Derek Gorton

Over the past four years, I have focused on my health and recovery from cancer. I am now eager to return to the workforce on a part-time basis.

• Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
• Assisted students in mastering subject material, preparing for tests, and solving real world problems.
• Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
• Created a fun and safe atmosphere for learning.

• Adapted teaching style to accommodate diverse learning needs, resulting in improved academic performance for all students.
• Utilized mathematical applications and problem-solving techniques to teach advanced topics in mathematics.
• Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
• Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.