James Virden
Leland,MS
Summary
Well studied mathematician with a focus on applied and financial mathematics. Possesses strong analytical skills to derive data driven insights from natural and human phenomena.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructor of Mathematics
Delta State University
08.2024 - Current
- Manages the education of over 150 students, overseeing all aspects including grading, coursework planning, proctoring, and academic advising
- Instructs 4 different mathematics courses and 2 recitation classes at the collegiate level including algebra, quantitative reasoning, trigonometry, and Calculus 4
- Revamped math department class coursework by reducing redundancies in education requirements therein saving department time resources
- Am the only first-year teacher in DSU’s history allowed to teach Calculus 4
- Enhanced student retention by proactively communicating with at-risk students, reducing withdrawal rates by 7%
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Mississippi State University
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Supported the mathematics department by grading, proctoring exams, tutoring, and preparing lesson materials for classes of up to 200 students
- Instructed one section of algebra in Fall 2023 achieving 100% positive teacher evaluations
- Exceeded expectations by conducting overtime tutoring and leading study sessions
- Collaborated with fellow TAs to streamline tutoring processes/methods thus reducing tutoring time for teachers
Education
Master of Science - Mathematics
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
University of Mississippi
Oxford, MS05-2022
Skills
- Software/Programming: Python, SQL, Maple, Mathematica, Tableau, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Powerpoint
- Financial Statement Analysis: Balance Sheets, Income Statements, Cash Flows, 10Ks, 10Qs
- Data Analysis: Using Excel, SQL, and Tableau to study and illustrate trends using high data volumes
- Mathematics Expertise: Statistics, Financial Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Vector Calculus
- Practiced in Black – Scholes, Volatility estimators, Earnings Projections
- Accounting knowledge including Journal Entries and GAAP from an earned minor in undergraduate studies in accountancy
- Strong Analytical, Communication, and Critical Thinking Skills from 8 years of mathematical study and lecturing experience
Certification
- Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate: June 2024 - August 2024. Completed a job ready Google career certificate. Topics studied and practiced include data cleaning, data visualization, project management, interpreting and communicating data analytics findings.
- Financial Analysis Certificate, University of Illinois Urbana - Champaign: August 2024 – September 2024. Earned a certificate in financial analysis and learned financial forecasting, accounting principles, financial statement analysis, financial health analysis, planning/budgeting, and strategic and operational decision making.
Timeline
Instructor of Mathematics
Delta State University
08.2024 - Current
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Mississippi State University
08.2022 - 06.2024
Master of Science - Mathematics
Mississippi State University
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
University of Mississippi
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