John Buchanan
San Diego,California
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
2nd and 4th Grade Teacher
Lighthouse Christian School
08.2018 - 12.2022
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
Teaching Assistant
Lighthouse Christian School
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
Volunteer Tutor
Boys and Girls Club
- Assisted students with homework using curriculum and materials provided by program.
Administrative Assistant
Bateman, Gordon and Sands Insurance Company
06.2018
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Social Science
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL05.2017
Skills
- Leadership
- Schedule Management
- Confidence Building
- Clear Public Speaking Skills
- Parent and Student Communication
- Distance Learning Platforms
Affiliations
Member of the Phi Delta Theta Fraternity
- Charity Coordinator for Phi Delta Theta 2015-2016
- Dance Marathon Participant 2013-2016
Hobbies
- Being Outdoors
- Golf, Surfing, Biking, and Hiking
- Community Service
- Cooking
Timeline
2nd and 4th Grade Teacher
Lighthouse Christian School
08.2018 - 12.2022
Administrative Assistant
Bateman, Gordon and Sands Insurance Company
06.2018
Teaching Assistant
Lighthouse Christian School
01.2017 - 01.2018
Volunteer Tutor
Boys and Girls Club
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Social Science
Florida State University