Jerry McGuffee

Experienced in teaching middle and high school social studies with a strong passion for imparting knowledge of geography and history. Extensive expertise in online learning and dedicated to creating a safe and positive learning environment. Committed to the growth and development of students, striving to prepare them for the future. Demonstrates exceptional organizational skills and dependability, excelling at managing multiple priorities while maintaining a positive attitude. Willing to take on additional responsibilities to contribute to the achievement of team goals.

• Oregon Initial I Teaching License, Social Studies PK-12, 07/25. Will qualify and apply for Oregon Professional Teaching License while renewing current license this summer.
• National Evaluation Series test scores, Highly Qualified Teacher

• Differentiating teaching skills, patient and experienced working with a wide range of personalities
• Motivated to learn and comprehend new systems and methods
• Trained and proficient in Microsoft Office Programs - Word, Power Point, Excel, and Outlook
• Utilized both Blackboard and Moodle platforms while completing online courses through Western Oregon University, Eastern Oregon University and as a Political Science Concurrent Credit Instructor for the College of Western Idaho
• Mentoring individual students to challenge them, to enhance their abilities, and to improve on their weaknesses
• Demonstrating the skills necessary to be a resourceful leader and team player while providing guidance to students.

• Teacher Consultant for the Center for Geography Education in Oregon (C-GEO)
• Participated in the Summer 2015 Geography of Megalopolis Institute and the 2024 Summer Vietnam Cultural Institute
• Numerous Summer Workshops through Founding Forward.
• Freshwater Illustrated Ambassador

• Political Science, Economics and Sociology Teacher, Parma High School, Parma, ID, Fall 2015 to Spring 2016, Developed and presented political science, economic and sociology instructions to the eleventh and twelfth grade students in regular and block schedules, Developed differentiated instructions to meet the needs of the different students by utilizing interactive exercises, Developed and integrated technology into lesson plans with an interactive projector through the use of Powerpoint, Internet, and lesson plan relevant videos, Political Science course was designed to be a concurrent dual credit course utilizing the Blackboard online platform through the College of Western Idaho
• Student Teacher, Bonanza Junior High School, Bonanza, OR, Spring 2014 - Winter 2014, Developed lessons and instructed seventh and eighth grade students, based on Oregon’s Social Studies and Literacy Standards, Enhanced student engagement for learning by maintaining a collaborative learning classroom environment, Developed differentiated instructions to meet the needs of the different students by utilizing interactive exercises, Incorporated cultural, social, and historical components into the curriculum to diversify and expand learning material, Integrated technology into lesson plans with an interactive Smartboard through the use of Powerpoint, Internet, and lesson plan relevant videos, Participated in staff meetings to address behavioral support programs to include PBIS and as a member of the EBISS implementation committee
• Classroom Volunteer, Bonanza High School, Bonanza, OR, January 2012 - June 2012, English Language Learner support classroom. Provided support for students whose second language was English, Special Education Resource Room. Provided support for special education students in math, language arts, biology, geography, and economics