Jacob Overbee
Hazard,KY
Summary
I enjoy learning in science and about life itself. I am graduating from the University of Kentucky in May of 2025, with a major in biology and a minor in microbiology. I don't mind doing manual labor or working with coworkers or the general public. I enjoy teaching others about subjects I am well-versed in. Currently wanting to work a summer job until the start of my final year of undergraduate schooling in August.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
University of Kentucky College
Lexington, KY
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Provided feedback on student performance to faculty members.
- Helped design innovative teaching methods to engage learners more effectively.
- Supported biology department by preparing class materials, collecting assignments, stocking supplies and completing other support tasks for lab work.
- Helped students master hands-on work and reinforced learning concepts presented by teachers.
- Utilized instructional techniques and hands-on curriculum to retain interest and maximize receptive learning in students.
- Provided individualized and small group support to reinforce classroom topics and promote student learning.
- Helped teachers with class preparation, scheduling, exam distribution and student mentoring.
- Prepared lesson materials and lab benches to reinforce lesson concepts and ensure student safety at the start of the lab.
- Instructed and monitored students in use and care of equipment and materials.
- Established positive relationships with students, fellow teachers, and school administrators.
- Distributed and collected tests and homework to prepare for grading by graduate teaching assistant.
- Contributed to positive, educational setting by delivering gentle discipline and promoting student success.
- Informed students of procedures for completing and submitting class work.
- Prepared lab sections for lab by retrieving lab materials beforehand and culturing bacteria for student and TA use.
Kayak Guide
City of Hazard
Hazard, KY
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Assessed and evaluated tour participants' skill level prior to each excursion.
- Instructed tour members on proper paddling techniques, water safety, and navigation.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly maintained and in safe working condition before each trip.
- Monitored weather conditions continuously throughout the duration of each trip to ensure the safety of all guests.
- Checked gear prior to departure from kayak shack ensuring it was in good working order before leaving on an outing.
- Assisted clients in loading boats onto trailers at the end of their trips.
- Assembled and checked required supplies and equipment prior to departure.
- Collected fees and tickets from group members.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05-2025
High School Diploma -
University of Pikeville
Pikeville, KY05-2021
High School Diploma -
Hazard Community And Technical College
Hazard, KY05-2021
High School Diploma -
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY05-2021
High School Diploma -
Perry County Central High School
Hazard, KY05-2021
Skills
- Self-reflection
- Attendance Tracking
- Cultural Awareness
- Test Proctoring
- Laboratory Oversight
- Time Management
- Research expertise
- Classroom Supervision
- Equipment usage
- Materials Preparation
- Classroom supply management
- Classroom support
- Positive Attitude
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Instructor Collaboration
Affiliations
- Rock Climbing
- Playing Video Games
- Catching Insects
- Hiking
Languages
Japanese
Limited
English
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Finished high school with an unweighted GPA of 3.96
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
University of Kentucky College
01.2024 - 05.2024
Kayak Guide
City of Hazard
06.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Kentucky
High School Diploma -
University of Pikeville
High School Diploma -
Hazard Community And Technical College
High School Diploma -
Eastern Kentucky University
High School Diploma -
Perry County Central High School