JAMISON O'BRIEN
Grove City,OH
Summary
Motivated middle school teacher with seven years experience in teaching required curriculum using engaging teaching methods. Extensive experience in teaching through project- and STEM-based lenses. Driven to share insightful lessons on reading, writing processes and other key areas. Enthusiastic about helping students develop and achieve full potential.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
7th/8th Grade Basketball Coach
South-Western City Schools
10.2023 - Current
- Conducted pre-season player assessments to evaluate skill level and physical condition.
- Developed and implemented practice plans, game strategies, and drills to improve team performance.
- Instructed players in proper techniques for shooting, dribbling, passing, rebounding, defense and offense.
7th/8th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Reynoldsburg City Schools
Reynoldsburg, OH
08.2021 - Current
- Organized learning resources and a classroom community through the lens of a STEM and problem/project-based curriculum
- Balanced whole-group, small-group, and individual instruction to accommodate different academic levels & learning styles; designed and implemented behavior modification system.
- Helped develop strong verbal and written communication skills by leading students through listening, speaking, reading and writing activities.
- Promoted safe and clean classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group needs.
- Adhered to district standards for reporting on academic progress, student attendance and assessment data.
5th/6th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
IMAGINE SCHOOLS
Columbus, OH
10.2018 - 08.2021
- Organized learning resources and the classroom environment to facilitate a positive learning experience. Balanced whole-group, small-group, & individual instruction to accommodate different academic levels & learning styles; designed and implemented behavior modification system.
- Identified students' individual and collective learning needs and planned, prepared and delivered instruction designed to capture students' interest and maximize individual learning.
- Assessed, recorded and communicated student progress.
Program Leader/Assistant Site Manager/Program Director
After-School Allstars
Columbus, OH
12.2016 - 10.2018
- Initiated, facilitated, and moderated classroom discussions.
- Delivered sports curriculum during the health and fitness hour each day of programming.
- Collaborated with other organizations to create partnerships that benefit program participants.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents and staff.
- Created and maintained a welcome environment that put students in best possible situation to succeed.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education and Human Ecology
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH12.2017
High School Diploma -
Grove City High School
Grove City, OH06.2012
Skills
- Grades 4-9 and 7-12 Ohio Certification in Integrated Language Arts
- Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Organization
- Google Education
- Trauma Informed Practices
Professional References
Christian Meister
Athletic Director
Pleasant View Middle School
crm0920@swcsd.us
614-560-5142
India Wilson
Principal
STEM Middle @ Baldwin Road Junior High
india.wilson@reyn.org
419-470-9970
Nicholas Miller
Assistant Principal
STEM Middle @ Baldwin Road Junior High
nicholas.miller@reyn.org
614-747-0181
Angela Metzgar
Instrucitonal Coach
STEM Middle @ Baldwin Road
angela608@gmail.com
614-519-0305
Timeline
7th/8th Grade Basketball Coach
South-Western City Schools
10.2023 - Current
7th/8th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Reynoldsburg City Schools
08.2021 - Current
5th/6th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
IMAGINE SCHOOLS
10.2018 - 08.2021
Program Leader/Assistant Site Manager/Program Director
After-School Allstars
12.2016 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Education and Human Ecology
The Ohio State University
High School Diploma -
Grove City High School
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