Hi, I’m
JONATHAN ISBELL
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Dedicated and resourceful AP World History teacher with 9+ years of experience specialized in managing
students and maximizing learning opportunities in diverse classroom settings.
Self-motivated
Team leadership
Data management
Self-starter
Reliable
Adaptability
Extremely organized
Team player
Time management
Multitasking
Overview
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Escambia County School DistrictPensacola, FL
Teacher
2015.08 - 2019.05 (3 education.years_Label & 9 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Created an interactive classroom atmosphere to maintain student interest and facilitate learning.
- Tutored students after school and on weekends to prepare them for the Advanced Placement exam in World History.
- Acted as a positive role model for students and colleagues.
- Encouraged students to persevere with challenging tasks.
- Employed a broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximize learning.
- Taught students to utilize problem solving methodology and techniques during tests.
- Identified areas of weakness with individual students and tailored lessons accordingly.
- Coordinated with the Dean of Students to address discipline issues.
- Maintained accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies and administrative regulations.
- Communicated with peers, colleagues, administrators and parents to meet and exceed teaching goals.
- Created lesson plans in line with state curriculum and school curriculum standards.
- Developed, administered and graded tests in order to evaluate students' progress.
- Pursued professional development activities to broaden and deepen knowledge of content and teaching skills.
- Proofread and evaluated students' writing and gave feedback.
Dallas Independent School DistrictDallas, TX
Teacher / Head Varsity Golf Coach
2008.08 - 2014.06 (5 education.years_Label & 10 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Applied progressive teaching principles to a sophomore World History curriculum and consistently outperformed district standards.
- Established the Mock Trial team and participated in a city-wide competition.
- Continued developing a competitive boys and girls golf program.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.
- Encouraged students with special academic interests to fully pursue those subjects.
- Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.
- Drafted lesson plans and submitted them for review and feedback in a timely manner.
Educator
2009.06 - 2009.12 (6 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- S Certificate Social Science / Grades 6-12 / July 2014 - June 2019 Texas Professional Educator\'s Certificate Social Studies / Grades 8-12 / June 2009 - Dec.
- 2020 English as a Second language / Grades 8 - 12 /.
Valet Parking, Epic ValetPhoenix, AZ
2004.08 - 2007.05 (2 education.years_Label & 9 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Responsible for Neiman Marcus account which included high end vehicles and clientele.
- Facilitated private parties upon request.
- Ensured substantial company funds were deposited properly.
Firefighter / EMT, United States ArmyWainwright, AK
1998.05 - 2002.05 (4 education.years_Label)
Job overview
- Served four years as firefighter/EMT on military installation near Fairbanks, Alaska.
- Duties included responding to emergencies as an ambulance driver and firefighter.
- Basic training Honor Graduate, Army Good Conduct Medal, Honorable discharge.
- Worked directly with Ft.
- Wainwright civilian personnel to provide quality fire protection and services as a first-responder.
Education
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Arts from Political Science
2007
University Overview
GPA: 3.05, Emphasis in American politics, European history, and political theory. Dean\'s list.
Mesa Community College
Associate of Arts from General Studies
2004
Wylie High School
High School Diploma
1996
University Overview
Rho Kappa co-sponsor (National Honor Society for Social Studies)
Skills
- Adult Management
- AP Course Instruction
- Parent Relations
- Positive Atmosphere Promotion
- Multicultural Populations
- Adult Education
- Classroom Management
- Social-Emotional Learning Training
- Public Speaking
- Creative Lesson Plan Development
- Critical Thinking
- Differentiated Learning Techniques
Additional Information
- EACSS (, Escambia Area Council for Social Studies) AFFILIATIONS
Timeline
Teacher
Escambia County School District
2015.08 - 2019.05 (3 education.years_Label & 9 education.months_Label)
Educator
2009.06 - 2009.12 (6 education.months_Label)
Teacher / Head Varsity Golf Coach
Dallas Independent School District
2008.08 - 2014.06 (5 education.years_Label & 10 education.months_Label)
Valet Parking, Epic Valet
2004.08 - 2007.05 (2 education.years_Label & 9 education.months_Label)
Firefighter / EMT, United States Army
1998.05 - 2002.05 (4 education.years_Label)
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Arts from Political Science
Mesa Community College
Associate of Arts from General Studies
Wylie High School
High School Diploma