Jay Caserio
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Gilbert Public Schools, specializing in curriculum developments, student assessment and extra-curricula activities. Proven track record in fostering student engagement through innovative laboratory management and in-depth discussions. Adept at guiding future teachers and enhancing academic performance, demonstrating strong leadership and a commitment to educational excellence.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
High School Biology Teacher
Gilbert Public Schools
Gilbert , AZ
07.2005 - 09.2025
- Taught Regular, Honors, and AP Biology.
- Taught Earth Science.
- Taught PE Basketball period.
- Ecology Club advisor for three years.
- Basketball Club advisor for 16 years.
- Supervising teacher for student teachers.
- District Committee to Hire Gilbert High Principal.
- Literacy Committee Member.
Junior High School Teacher
Gilbert Public Schools
Gilbert, AZ
08.2000 - 06.2005
- Taught 7th grade Regular and Honors Life Science.
- Science Department Chair.
- Supervising teacher for student teachers.
- Advisor to the Golf Club.
Middle School Teacher
Hancock Public Schools
Hancock, MI
01.2000 - 06.2000
- I took over for a beloved 6th-grade teacher who had retired at the holiday break, just two weeks after I graduated from college with my teaching degree.
- Helped Hancock Middle School with its school accreditation procedures for that academic year.
Education
Master of Education - Educational Leadership
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ05-2005
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI12-1999
Skills
- Communication skills
- Curriculum development
- Laboratory management
- Student assessment
- Classroom management
- Organizational skills
- Developing leadership skills
- Works well with colleagues
Affiliations
- Head Boy's Basketball Coach at Gilbert High School for 16 seasons.
- Directed Summer Basketball Camps at Gilbert High School with annual enrollment around 400 campers
- Arizona Basketball Coaches Association
- Section 7 Committee
Accomplishments
- 2014 Gilbert High School Teacher of the Year
- 1999 Northern Michigan Student-Teacher Graduation Speaker
- 2019 State Championship
- 2022 State Runner-Ups
- 2011 East Valley Tribune Coach of the Year
- Multiple Region Coach of the Year Awards
Certification
- Secondary Certificate
- Biology Certificate
References
- David Loutzenheiser - Higley Public Schools Superintendent
david.loutzenheiser@husd.org
(480) 215 - 3129
- Jared Ryan - Gilbert Public Schools Executive Director
jared.ryan@gilbertschools.net
(480) 262 - 0643
- Steve McDowell - Gilbert Public Schools Athletic Director
stephen.mcdowell@gilbertschools.net
(480) 229 - 3906
- Dan Haasch - Gilbert Public Schools Community Education
dan.haasch@gilbertschools.net
(480) 229 - 3906
Timeline
High School Biology Teacher
Gilbert Public Schools
07.2005 - 09.2025
Junior High School Teacher
Gilbert Public Schools
08.2000 - 06.2005
Middle School Teacher
Hancock Public Schools
01.2000 - 06.2000
Master of Education - Educational Leadership
Northern Arizona University
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Northern Michigan University
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