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Gili Omer

Gainesville,FL

Summary

Knowledgable educator confident in helping students excel through individual and small group instruction. Experience includes providing personalized instruction to students of diverse age groups, improving comprehension and increasing knowledge retention. Strengths include ability to adapt teaching methods based on student needs, fostering positive learning environment and utilizing innovative instructional techniques. Notable impact in enhancing students' academic performance and confidence.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Researcher at Dr. John's Lab

Gainesville, Florida
01.2024 - Current
  • Studied the interactions between plants and their environment to better understand the influence of climate change and drought on plant physiology and photosynthesis

Tutor

Mathnasium
Gainesville, Florida
03.2022 - Current
  • Help children improve their math skills through consistent practice
  • Engage multiple kids at a time
  • Study the best methods for math education

UFTeach Field Experience

Fort Clarke Middle School
Hainesville, FL
05.2024 - 06.2024
  • Taught general science to 8th graders.
  • Developed lesson plans to prepare students for state testing.
  • Collaborated with a mentor teacher to gain feedback and improve my teaching.
  • Attended weekly seminars to discuss teaching progress.

Researcher at Evans Research Group

University of Florida
Gainesville, Florida
05.2023 - 05.2024
  • Conducted research on conductive, conjugated polymers as they relate to electrochemistry in order to classify interactions of different molecular weight polymers with electrodes.
  • Designed experiments to produce different monomers, then used different polymerization and purification techniques.
  • Conducted literature reviews and synthesized research to identify gaps in knowledge and inform project objectives.

Dr. Jones' Advanced Virology Lab Assistant

University of Florida
Gainesville, Florida
06.2023 - 06.2023
  • Guided students through various virology lab exercises and supervised lab activities
  • Performed routine laboratory tests, such as cell culturing, PCR and ELISA assays.
  • Graded student work
  • Maintained laboratory equipment and supplies, ensuring proper functioning of instruments.

UFTeach Field Experience

Lincoln Middle School
Gainesville, FL
01.2023 - 06.2023
  • Taught comprehensive science to 7th graders.
  • Observed classroom interactions between students and teachers to develop optimal learning patterns.
  • Implemented formative assessment and designed weekly activities in collaboration with a partner.

UFTeach Field Experience

Eastside High School
Gainesville, FL
08.2022 - 01.2023
  • Taught pre-IB chemistry classes to 10th-grade students.
  • Worked with a partner to develop weekly lesson plans.
  • Observed a mentor teacher to explore my own educational style.

UF Teacher's Assistant for Molecular Genetics

University of Florida
Gainesville, Florida
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
  • Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
  • Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.

Education Intern

Cleveland Museum of Natural History
Cleveland, Ohio
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Observed the teaching styles of several educators involved in informal science education.
  • Worked as a camp counselor in several different museum camps, of different age groups.
  • Conducted research on the educational expectations of museum visitors.

Substitute Teacher/Teacher Assistant

Playland Camp and Preschool
Beachwood, Ohio
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Assisted teachers in their daily jobs, playing with toddlers and keeping them safe
  • Ensured the cleanliness of the preschool environment
  • Helped the management team by replacing other teachers who were missing from their group

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

University of Florida
Gainesville, Florida
12.2024

Minor - UFTeach-Science

University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
12-2024

Skills

  • Progress Reporting
  • Student Evaluation
  • Homework Assistance
  • Records Management
  • Educational feedback
  • Reading Comprehension

Affiliations

-Small business owner of a jewelry shop

-Chess player and aspiring coach

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Hebrew
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

UFTeach Field Experience

Fort Clarke Middle School
05.2024 - 06.2024

Researcher at Dr. John's Lab

01.2024 - Current

Dr. Jones' Advanced Virology Lab Assistant

University of Florida
06.2023 - 06.2023

Researcher at Evans Research Group

University of Florida
05.2023 - 05.2024

UFTeach Field Experience

Lincoln Middle School
01.2023 - 06.2023

UFTeach Field Experience

Eastside High School
08.2022 - 01.2023

Education Intern

Cleveland Museum of Natural History
05.2022 - 08.2022

Tutor

Mathnasium
03.2022 - Current

UF Teacher's Assistant for Molecular Genetics

University of Florida
01.2022 - 01.2023

Substitute Teacher/Teacher Assistant

Playland Camp and Preschool
06.2021 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

University of Florida

Minor - UFTeach-Science

University of Florida
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