Jacob Manassah
Teacher
Tiffin,OH
Summary
Enthusiastic educator eager to launch teaching career and contribute to team and student success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of student centered learning and differentiated instruction and experience teaching in both face-to-face and online learning environments. Motivated to learn, grow and excel as a social studies educator.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Admissions Intern
Heidelberg University
Tiffin, Ohio
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Led tours of Heidelberg University for potential students and families to highlight features and benefits of attending Heidelberg University.
- Answered phones, called prospective students and handled initial email contacts for applicants to Heidelberg University.
- Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
Student Teacher
Seneca East High School
Attica, OH
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Conferred with qualified teacher to establish instructional targets and prepare lessons to cover source topics.
- Stood in for teachers, checking lesson plans to provide consistent teaching to students.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Observed and participated in special learning opportunities to expand horizons and learn different approaches.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies, including Google Classroom.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Evaluated student progress through analysis of test scores and homework completion.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities, including spider web discussions and a 3-2-1 activity.
- Used designated student database and Progressbook software to document student grades.
- Instructed up to 20 students individually and in groups in United States History (ninth grade) in each of three classes.
- Instructed up to 20 students individually and in groups on World History (tenth grade), in each of three classes
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Implemented Exit Slip Questions into daily classroom practices, resulting in an increase in student engagement.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Student Teacher Grade 10
Seneca East High School
Attica, OH
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Conferred with qualified teacher to establish instructional targets and prepare lessons to cover source topics in United State History.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Evaluated student progress through analysis of test scores and homework completion.
- Graded tests and checked homework assignments, documenting all information in student records.
- Shifted from a face-to-face classroom to an online learning environment.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to be delivered remotely using Google Classroom due to COVID-19 pandemic.
Student Observer
Sandusky Middle School
Sandusky, OH
03.2019 - 04.2019
- Watched cooperating teacher and took notes on successful strategies
- Assisted lead teacher with maintaining classroom discipline.
- Completed documentation for student files and university records.
- Assisted students of all ability levels develop life-long learning skills and good study habits.
- Created and developed several short lesson plans according to students' academic needs, including both group and individual work.
YMCA Camp Counselor
CW Avery YMCA
Plainfield, IL
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Kept accurate records on participants' activity attendance, disciplinary actions and medication usage to improve camper documentation.
- Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.
- Delivered first aid for accidents and injuries in compliance with established procedures to promote campers' well-being and health.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill and developmental levels.
- Supervised pre-planned field trips and followed established safety guidelines to minimize campers' accident and injury risks.
- Followed established emergency procedures to enable best possible resolution of incidents.
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
- Transported and escorted program participants to and from activities and on field trips.
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and safety.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Heidelberg University
Tiffin, OH 08.2017 - 05.2021
Skills
Student-centered learning
Student engagement
Curriculum Development
Lesson Planning
Differentiated instruction
Experiential learning
Timeline
Admissions Intern
Heidelberg University
05.2021 - 08.2021
Student Teacher
Seneca East High School
01.2021 - 05.2021
Student Teacher Grade 10
Seneca East High School
01.2020 - 04.2020
Student Observer
Sandusky Middle School
03.2019 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Heidelberg University
08.2017 - 05.2021
YMCA Camp Counselor
CW Avery YMCA
05.2017 - 08.2017