James Theodore Hunt
Melbourne
Summary
Dedicated and passionate teacher and educating children in brain-based, nurturing and culturally diverse learning environment. Recognized for adapting teaching methods and materials to meet students varying needs and employing broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximize learning. Encouraging and motivational professional committed to maintaining highest standards of professional integrity and reliability.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Learning Strategies/VE-SLD Push-In Teacher/Football Coach
St. Cloud Middle School
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Ninety-four percent of students achieved growth in both math and ELA FAST tests. 49% grew one level in state testing. 18% grew two levels, 1 student achieved four levels in writing.
- Wrote and implemented IEP's based on needs and goals with 88% of students achieving satisfactory on their goals.
- Tracked accomodations and used to data to better assist stakeholders.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Seventy-five percent of Learning Strategies students tested above grade level in math for the districts numeracy project.
History Teacher
U.S, Eau Gallie High School
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Rated Highly Effective in my evaluation.
- Maintained understanding of evolving educational landscape, regularly seeking out and incorporating new research and evidence-based practices into teaching
- Prepared students for End-of-Course (EOC) exam, with a passage rate of 66%.
- Maintained meticulous records and organized classroom materials and resources to facilitate efficient instruction and assessment
- Fostered positive and inclusive classroom culture that promoted mutual respect, empathy, and commitment to community engagement.
- Delivered engaging and fun lesson for students that ignited passion for history where students were otherwise not interested before start of year.
- Attended professional development seminars and workshops to maintain expertise in history.
AP World History Teacher
Cocoa Middle School
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Equipped students for success in the AP World History examination.
- Showcased proficiency in implementing differentiated instructional strategies.
- Diligently supported students experiencing academic setbacks stemming from mental health challenges.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods and multimedia presentations into the curriculum.
Substitute Teacher
Brevard Public Schools
12.2020 - 04.2021
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
SEPM, LLC
District/Property Manager
05.2014 - 01.2018
- Maintained established levels of goods based on sales forecasts and demand to fulfill orders on time.
- Prospected for leads to build pipeline and convert to sales opportunities.
- Negotiated contracts with outside providers and rates for facility leases to minimize costs to company.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Administration
University of La Verne
La Verne, CA12.2016
Skills
- Lesson Development and Implementation
- Direct Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Differentiation
- Technology Integration
- Relationship building
- Communications
- Patience
- Conflict Management
- History and Culture
- Setting Learning Targets
- Reading Techniques
Accomplishments
- IEP Writing and Implementation
- Methods of Instruction
- Youth Mental Health First Aid
- Secondary Learning and Leadership Conference
- WICOR Workshop
- Differentiated Instruction Training
- Foundations of ESOL workshop
- Differentiated of Instruction workshop
- Foundations of the Holocaust
- Teaching American History
- Civics Professional Learning Series
- CPR Certified
- PEER Training
- New Teacher Academy
- Developing and Writing IEP's.
- Osceola Numeracy Project
- Instructional Strategies for Exceptional Studies
- MTSS with Educlimber
Certification
- Exceptional Student Education K-12
- Social Science 6-12
- Social Science 5-9
- CPR/AED/Heimlich Certified
- NFHS Concussion in Sports Certified
- NFHS Heat Illness Certified
- NFHS Sudden Cardiac Arrested Certified
- CPI Certified
Timeline
Learning Strategies/VE-SLD Push-In Teacher/Football Coach
St. Cloud Middle School
08.2023 - 05.2024
History Teacher
U.S, Eau Gallie High School
07.2022 - 05.2023
AP World History Teacher
Cocoa Middle School
10.2021 - 05.2022
Substitute Teacher
Brevard Public Schools
12.2020 - 04.2021
SEPM, LLC
District/Property Manager
05.2014 - 01.2018
- Exceptional Student Education K-12
- Social Science 6-12
- Social Science 5-9
- CPR/AED/Heimlich Certified
- NFHS Concussion in Sports Certified
- NFHS Heat Illness Certified
- NFHS Sudden Cardiac Arrested Certified
- CPI Certified
Bachelor of Science - Public Administration
University of La Verne
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