Hi, I’m
Jeff Gessel
Middle School Science Teacher
Riverton,UT
Summary
Highly qualified Science Teacher with over ten years of experience teaching middle and high school cience. Generates student enthusiasm for learning through individual connections and motivators. Empowers students through interactive learning, offering fun and educational lessons and exciting science demonstrations.
Overview
19
years of professional experience
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Update Renovate LLCRiverton, UT
Master Craftsman/Business Owner
07.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.
- Attached subassemblies together using glue, dowels, nails, screws and clamps.
- Drew detailed job specifications to discuss and plan projects with clients.
- Performed skilled fabrication work of parts such as cabinetry and custom molding and trim
Spectrum AcademyNorth Salt Lake, UT
Wood Shop Teacher
08.2020 - 11.2021
Job overview
- Worked with students to help them learn and develop woodworking and construction skills and knowledge.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed special education students with individualized 504 plans as well as general education students with in an integrated classroom.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Texas Pro Handyman LLCMissouri City, TX
Craftsman/Business Owner
06.2015 - 07.2020
Job overview
- Drew detailed job specifications to discuss and plan projects with clients.
- Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
- Completed repair projects on time and under budget, resulting in significant increase in new client referrals.
The Kinkaid SchoolHouston, TX
Science Teacher
08.2010 - 07.2018
Job overview
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
- Planned, prepared and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Inspired academic success based on belief that all students can achieve excellence, regardless of background.
Fort Bend Independent School DistrictSugar Land, TX
Science Teacher
08.2008 - 05.2010
Job overview
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Planned, prepared and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
Lincoln Public Schools - Southeast High SchoolLincoln, NE
Science Teacher
01.2008 - 05.2008
Job overview
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests and assignments.
- Planned, developed and executed lessons reflecting high school curriculum and Nebraska's core educational standards.
- Inspired academic success based on belief that all students can achieve excellence, regardless of background.
Education
Doane CollegeLincoln, NE
Teacher Certification from Teacher Education
08.2007 - 05.2008
University of Nebraska - LincolnLincoln, NE
Graduate Studies from Graduate Studies in Bio Chemistry
08.2006 - 05.2008
Doane CollegeCrete, NE
Bachelor of Science from Biology, Chemistry, Business Administration
08.2003 - 05.2006
Skills
Attention to Detail
Decision-Making
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Self-Motivated
Student records management
Lesson Planning
Classroom management
Individualized instruction
Student engagement
Timeline
Wood Shop Teacher
Spectrum Academy
08.2020 - 11.2021
Master Craftsman/Business Owner
Update Renovate LLC
07.2020 - Current
Craftsman/Business Owner
Texas Pro Handyman LLC
06.2015 - 07.2020
Science Teacher
The Kinkaid School
08.2010 - 07.2018
Science Teacher
Fort Bend Independent School District
08.2008 - 05.2010
Science Teacher
Lincoln Public Schools - Southeast High School
01.2008 - 05.2008
Doane College
Teacher Certification from Teacher Education
08.2007 - 05.2008
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Graduate Studies from Graduate Studies in Bio Chemistry
08.2006 - 05.2008
Doane College
Bachelor of Science from Biology, Chemistry, Business Administration
08.2003 - 05.2006