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Jon Berger

Ithaca,MI

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Ashley Community Schools, leveraging motivational skills and creativity to enhance student literacy and engagement. Committed to fostering individual growth and advocacy for diverse learning needs.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Class Advisor

Ashley Community Schools
08.2024 - Current

Helped organize and assist in float building competitions and school funded pep assembly competitions.


Funded and found funding for floating building and other activities.


Facilitated, mentored and trained students in the weight room.


Tutored students after school in the library.


Helped students with special needs complete their after school duties, such as shelving books in the library.

High School ELA Teacher

Ashley Community Schools
08.2023 - Current
  • Promoted a growth mindset in students by setting high expectations and providing support for individual academic goals.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with parents, fostering open communication about student progress and achievements.
  • Monitored student progress closely using formative assessments, adjusting instructional approaches as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to address diverse learning needs and ensure student success.
  • Taught students a wide range of novels from different schools of thoughts. Enforced rigorous essay writing instruction with high expectations for writing and literary criticism.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on teaching strategies and best practices for ELA education.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects, enhancing students'' understanding of the connection between subjects.
  • Provided timely feedback on assignments, allowing students to improve their performance and master course material.
  • Enhanced student comprehension of complex texts through targeted reading strategies and guided practice activities.

Summer School Teacher

Ashley Community Schools
05.2024 - 07.2024
  • Assessed student progress and provided constructive feedback, enabling students to make continuous improvements.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively using positive reinforcement strategies, cultivating an inclusive and respectful learning community.
  • Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
  • Devised and implemented strategies to create and maintain cohesive school community within virtual classroom setting.
  • Provided individualized support for students, resulting in improved academic performance and increased confidence.
  • Catered to needs of students with learning disabilities by providing extra assistance.
  • Created and implemented curriculum and lesson plans to cover required material.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.

Education

Secondary Teaching Certificate in English - High School Teaching

Saginaw Valley State University
Bay City, MI
04-2024

Bachelor of Arts - English Literarture

Saginaw Valley State University
Bay City, MI
12-2015

Skills

  • Motivational skills
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Curriculum planning
  • Student advocacy
  • Advanced knowledge and connections in the publishing industry
  • Individual counseling
  • Authored two novels that were traditionally published
  • I have over 70 publications in Literary Magazines and Journals

Timeline

Class Advisor

Ashley Community Schools
08.2024 - Current

Summer School Teacher

Ashley Community Schools
05.2024 - 07.2024

High School ELA Teacher

Ashley Community Schools
08.2023 - Current

Secondary Teaching Certificate in English - High School Teaching

Saginaw Valley State University

Bachelor of Arts - English Literarture

Saginaw Valley State University
Jon Berger