Jackson Torbert
Columbia,SC
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated Mathematics Teacher at Brookland-Cayce High School, skilled in individualized instruction and student mentoring. Successfully enhanced student engagement and academic performance through innovative lesson planning and adaptability. Proven ability to foster a positive learning environment, empowering students to achieve their goals and develop a growth mindset.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Mathematics Teacher
Brookland-Cayce High School
2025.01 - Current
- Assess submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Prepare and implement lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Provide meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Keep classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
High School Basketball Coach
Brookland-Cayce High School
2024.11 - Current
- Facilitate team building activities and workshops to improve communication, togetherness, and purpose beyond basketball.
- Work collaboratively with coaching staff to develop and implement daily practice plans, workout schedules, and game strategies.
Elementary and Curriculum Instruction Intern
Orange County Public School District
2023.05 - 2023.06
- Organized and assembled core class curriculum supplies in preparation for the 2023-24 school year.
- Explored new technologies and approaches to streamline processes.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
AVID Tutor
Lexington School District Two
2022.11 - 2023.05
- Guided students through skillset self-discovery to navigate career and college decision processes.
- Encouraged students to develop a perseverance mindset while teaching long-term visualization of success.
- Developed positive reinforcement techniques to provide feedback to students while building individual confidence levels.
- Conducted private and group instruction to improve academic performance, enhance occupational skills and prepare for assessments.
Education
Master of Arts - Secondary Education
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC2024-12
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC2023-12
Skills
- Concept demonstration
- Student mentoring
- Mathematics lesson planning
- Individualized instruction
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Student engagement
Timeline
Mathematics Teacher
Brookland-Cayce High School
2025.01 - Current
High School Basketball Coach
Brookland-Cayce High School
2024.11 - Current
Elementary and Curriculum Instruction Intern
Orange County Public School District
2023.05 - 2023.06
AVID Tutor
Lexington School District Two
2022.11 - 2023.05
Master of Arts - Secondary Education
University of South Carolina
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
University of South Carolina