David Hogan, Jr.
Education
Wilmington
Summary
Mathematics professional with proven track record in secondary education. Known for developing comprehensive curricula and engaging students in interactive learning. Highly collaborative team player who adapts to changing educational needs, ensuring consistent achievement of academic goals. Skilled in classroom management and curriculum development, with focus on fostering mathematical understanding.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Secondary Mathematics Teacher
Thomas McKean High School
Wilmington, DE
01.2024 - Current
- Courses Taught: Algebra 2, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, and AP Pre-Calculus
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligning with curriculum standards and student learning objectives.
- Implemented diverse teaching strategies to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
- Fostered a supportive classroom environment promoting student participation and collaboration.
- Assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations, adjusting instruction accordingly.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance interdisciplinary curriculum integration and student engagement initiatives.
- Analyzed assessment data to identify trends, driving targeted interventions for improved student outcomes.
- Dealt with inappropriate behavior quickly and effectively to maintain calm learning environment.
- Maintained open and productive communication with teaching staff, administration, students and parents.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, contributing valuable input based on professional expertise.
- Developed lesson plans to adhere to clear departmental and school policy objectives.
Mathematics Teacher
Dunedin High School
Dunedin, FL
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Courses Taught: Algebra 1A
- Developed engaging lesson plans that aligned with state standards and enhanced student understanding of mathematical concepts.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and improve student performance.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate technology into the curriculum, fostering interactive learning environments.
- Analyzed student assessment data to identify areas for improvement and inform instructional decisions.
- Established strong relationships with students, promoting a positive classroom culture conducive to learning.
- Participated in professional development workshops, staying current on best practices in teaching mathematics at the high school level.
- Provided extra support for struggling students through after-school tutoring sessions and personalized instruction.
- Assessed student progress regularly through frequent quizzes, tests, and individualized feedback.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall academic performance within the mathematics department.
Mathematics Teacher
George D. Chamberlain High School
Tampa, FL
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Courses Taught:
- Algebra 2
- Geometry
- Math for Data and Financial Literacy Honors
- Activities & Outcomes:
- Collaborated and developed interdisciplinary, project-based units, which raised the level of engagement and student-centered learning in the classroom, as a member of an interdisciplinary professional learning community.
- Performing data analysis on student common assessments, looking for trends and questions that show significant learning outcomes. Each course taught reveals that there are some serious deficiencies in our student body, based upon grade level.
- Planned and developed lessons that differentiated instruction for students with various student learning styles.
- Worked with students before school and after school to build their skills and remediate old concepts, so that their class can cover two units in the span of nine weeks.
- Hillsborough County Public Schools
Mathematics Teacher
Alexis I. DuPont High School
Wilmington, DE
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Courses Taught:
- Algebra 1
- Geometry
- Pre-Calculus
- Activities & Outcomes:
- Collaborated and developed interdisciplinary, project-based units, which raised the level of engagement and student-centered learning in the classroom, as a member of an interdisciplinary professional learning community.
- Planned and developed lessons that differentiated instruction for students with various student learning styles.
- Worked with students before school and after school to build their skills and remediate old concepts, so that their class can cover two units in the span of nine weeks.
- Red Clay Consolidated School District
Mathematics Teacher
Glasgow High School
Newark, DE
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Courses Taught:
- Integrated Math 1
- Integrated Math 2
- Activities & Outcomes:
- Collaborated and developed interdisciplinary, project-based units, which raised the level of engagement and student-centered learning in the classroom, as a member of an interdisciplinary professional learning community.
- Planned and developed lessons that differentiated instruction for students with various student learning styles.
- Worked with students before school and after school to build their skills and remediate old concepts, so that their class can cover two units in the span of nine weeks.
- Christina School District
Mathematics Teacher
Howard High School of Technology
Wilmington, DE
10.2019 - 06.2020
- Courses Taught:
- Integrated Math 1
- Activities & Outcomes:
- Collaborated and developed interdisciplinary, project-based units, which raised the level of engagement and student-centered learning in the classroom, as a member of an interdisciplinary professional learning community.
- Planned and developed lessons that differentiated instruction for students with various student learning styles. Worked as a member of the Ninth Grade Professional Learning Committee to plan lessons, develop lessons, and plan activities for class days.
- Worked with students before school and after school to build their skills and remediate old concepts, so that their class can cover two units in the span of nine weeks.
- New Castle County Vocational Technical School District
High School Math Teacher
Boys Latin of Philadelphia Charter School
Philadelphia, PA
06.2019 - 10.2019
- Courses Taught:
- Geometry (Co-taught w/ Special Education Teacher)
- Math Reasoning (9th grade supplemental math course)
- College Prep Algebra 2
- Activities & Outcomes:
- Collaborated and developed interdisciplinary, project-based units, which raised the level of engagement and student-centered learning in the classroom, as a member of an inter-disciplinary professional learning community.
- Planned and developed lessons that differentiated instruction for students with various student learning styles.
- Served as a mentor to 13 9th grade students, which included working with them on interpersonal skills, professional standards and presentation skills.
High School Math Teacher
Concord High School
Wilmington, DE
08.2010 - 06.2019
- Courses Taught:
- College Prep Algebra 1 (Co-taught w/ Special Education Teacher)
- Honors Algebra 1
- College Prep Geometry
- Honors Geometry
- College Prep Algebra 2
- College Prep Probability & Statistics.
- Activities & Outcomes:
- Collaborated and developed interdisciplinary, project-based units, which raised the level of engagement and student-centered learning in the classroom, as a member of the Algebra 1 PLC.
- Planned and developed lessons that differentiated instruction for students with various student learning styles.
- Professional development training that include:
- Delaware State Education Association; Minority Affairs PD Day (2012 - 2016)
- Harvard Graduate School of Education Summer Institute (Summer 2012) and (Summer 2018)
- FAME, Inc. of Delaware (Summer 2014 – Summer 2016)
- Partner4CS – Computer Science Training, at the University of Delaware, School of Computer Science
- National Education Association Representative Assembly attendee (Atlanta - 2011, Orlando - 2013)
- AVID Summer Institute (Atlanta – Summer 2011; Philadelphia – Summer 2017)
- Satisfactory Rating on Delaware Professional Assessment System (DPAS-2), from 2011-2014, 2016, 2017 and 2019. Exceeds Rating in 2015.
- Mentored many Concord High School Students.
- Co-advisor of the National Honor Society chapter.
- Scoreboard operator for Concord Boys & Girls Basketball. (2014 – 2019)
- Brandywine School District
High School Mathematics Teacher
William Penn HS
New Castle, DE
08.2009 - 06.2010
- Courses Taught:
- Integrated Math 3 (Core-Plus Curriculum Sequence)
- Activities & Outcomes:
- Collaborated and developed project-based units, which raised the level of engagement and student-centered learning in the classroom.
- Planned and developed lessons that differentiated instruction for students with various student learning styles.
- Worked with the Math Forum group (Drexel University), to expand and energize the delivery of the curriculum.
- Satisfactory Rating on DPAS-2.
- Colonial School District
High School Mathematics Teacher
Maurice J. Moyer Academy Charter School
Wilmington, DE
08.2008 - 07.2009
- Courses Taught:
- Integrated Math 3 and 4 (Core-Plus Curriculum Sequence)
- Activities & Outcomes:
- Collaborated and developed interdisciplinary, project-based units, which raised the level of engagement and student-centered learning in the classroom, as a part of the Math Department PLC.
- Participated in the school technology committee and worked on increasing the usage of technology in the mathematics classroom.
- Satisfactory Rating on DPAS-2.
Technical Recruiter
Adecco USA
Blue Bell, PA
06.2007 - 08.2008
Design Engineer
Siemens Westinghouse
Orlando, FL
07.2001 - 03.2003
Manufacturing Engineer
FLAIR Corp.
Ocala, FL
07.1999 - 07.2001
Manufacturing Engineer
Delphi-Saginaw
Saginaw, MI
04.1997 - 07.1999
Process Engineer
Minnesota Mining & Manufacturing (3M)
St. Paul, MN
09.1995 - 03.1997
Education
Delaware Teach Cert. - Alt. Routes to Teacher Cert.
Univ. of Delaware
01-2009
MS - Labor Relations, Curriculum & Instruction
Cleveland State University
01-2007
B.S. - Mechanical Engineering, Cum Laude
Florida A & M University
01-1995
BS - Legal Studies, Magna cum Laude
University of Central Florida
01-2003
Skills
- Teaching strategies
- Peer tutoring
- Parent communication
- Online teaching
- Student motivation
- Expert problem solving
- Collaborative learning
- Summative assessment
- Formative assessment
- Technology integration
Affiliations
- Math Instructor, University of Delaware; Upward Bound Program (Summer 2021)
- DPAS-2 Credentialed Evaluator (September 2018)
- Harvard University, Graduate School of Education – Data Wise Improvement Program, Summer Institute (2018)
- Harvard University, Graduate School of Education – Closing the Achievement Gap Summer Institute (2012)
- Summer Instructor, STEMulate Change, Forum to Advance Minorities in Engineering (FAME, Inc. of Delaware) 2013 - present
- Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated
- National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
- American Federation of Teachers
- National Education Association
- Florida Education Association
- Delaware State Education Association
- Red Clay Education Association, Building Representative
Certification
- Secondary Mathematics Teacher License - expires 2028
Quote
Teachers open the door, but you must enter by yourself.
Zen proverb
Timeline
Secondary Mathematics Teacher
Thomas McKean High School
01.2024 - Current
Mathematics Teacher
Dunedin High School
03.2023 - 12.2023
Mathematics Teacher
George D. Chamberlain High School
08.2022 - 02.2023
Mathematics Teacher
Alexis I. DuPont High School
08.2021 - 07.2022
Mathematics Teacher
Glasgow High School
08.2020 - 07.2021
Mathematics Teacher
Howard High School of Technology
10.2019 - 06.2020
High School Math Teacher
Boys Latin of Philadelphia Charter School
06.2019 - 10.2019
High School Math Teacher
Concord High School
08.2010 - 06.2019
High School Mathematics Teacher
William Penn HS
08.2009 - 06.2010
High School Mathematics Teacher
Maurice J. Moyer Academy Charter School
08.2008 - 07.2009
Technical Recruiter
Adecco USA
06.2007 - 08.2008
Design Engineer
Siemens Westinghouse
07.2001 - 03.2003
Manufacturing Engineer
FLAIR Corp.
07.1999 - 07.2001
Manufacturing Engineer
Delphi-Saginaw
04.1997 - 07.1999
Process Engineer
Minnesota Mining & Manufacturing (3M)
09.1995 - 03.1997
MS - Labor Relations, Curriculum & Instruction
Cleveland State University
B.S. - Mechanical Engineering, Cum Laude
Florida A & M University
BS - Legal Studies, Magna cum Laude
University of Central Florida
Delaware Teach Cert. - Alt. Routes to Teacher Cert.
Univ. of Delaware