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Jonathan Frederick

Jonathan Frederick

Baltimore,MD

Summary

A dedicated fifth-year teacher skilled in instructing honors, standard and inclusion English classes across diverse school settings. With two years of volunteer teaching onboard the MV Logos Hope and an internship at HundrED.org, I bring global perspectives to education. Proficient in creating culturally responsive learning environment through social emotional learning strategies, restorative practices, and differentiated instruction. A passion for excellence and excel at meeting and exceeding district standards and fostering high academic performances while prioritizing students' emotional well-being.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

English - High School

Baltimore County Public Schools
11.2022 - Current


  • Prepared, developed and implemented effective rated innovative lesson plans tailored to the diverse needs of students to aid engagement and academic achievement.
  • Utilized R programming software and Microsoft Excel to gather information on student progress and behavior to develop, create and evaluate recommendations to establish academic success.
  • Power Bi software was used for data visualization to facilitate discussion, encourage collaboration, and develop innovative strategies amongst students and colleagues to enhance the learning process.
  • Cultural aware and responsive instructional strategies were created and implemented through activities that foster critical thinking skills of students using strategies such as Socratic questioning, open-ended questioning, evidence based reasoning, providing opportunities for problem solving, providing diverse perspectives to broaden their perspective on issues amongst many other strategies.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with special education needs through differentiated instruction, multi-sensory instruction, breaking down complex tasks, frequent check-ins and collaborating with support specialists.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities in lessons.
  • Employed Social and Emotional Learning strategies to assist in creating a safe and nurturing learning environment based that promotes and facilitates academic growth and a healthy emotional well-being.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, guardians and colleagues to foster open communication regarding student progress and needs.
  • Led after-school tutoring sessions for students needing extra support or enrichment opportunities, resulting in improved academic outcomes.
  • Served as an advisor for the extracurricular clubs of Young Life and Tennis to promote and contribute to the development of well-rounded students.
  • Utilized Restorative Practices to develop and implement behavior management plans to address student issues, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Kept abreast of technological advances in Artificial Intelligence specifically the ChatGPT software to adjust evaluations accordingly and maintain high standards and expectations for students.
  • Assisted in development and implementation of college and career readiness programs.
  • Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs through collaboration with school counselors, therapists and parents resulting in improved academic engagement and achievement.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary curriculum, resulting in enriched learning experiences for students.

Research Intern - Education Innovation

HundrED.org
03.2022 - 09.2022
  • Leveraged programming languages such as R or SPSS to automate repetitive tasks improving overall productivity.
  • Utilized statistical software such as R programming software, Microsoft Excel and theories on innovation to evaluate the impact of education innovations' scalability on education systems globally.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with external international education experts and stakeholders through recruitment to facilitate effective collaboration on research project.
  • Participated in regular meetings with project stakeholders for clear communication of progress updates and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Contributed to the preparation of manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals, enhancing professional credibility.
  • Troubleshot technical issues encountered during experimentation leading to minimal downtime.
  • Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs, charts and data tables to highlight results for effective presentations.
  • Organized workshops or seminars showcasing novel techniques or tools within the field that benefited fellow researchers.
  • Contributed to the curating a global collection of innovations by determining the most impactful and scalable solutions.
  • Collaborated seamlessly with an international team, fostering a cooperative environment for the effective evaluation and integration of innovative educational approaches.
  • Presented findings at conferences, increasing visibility and recognition within the field.

English - Middle School (Title I)

Baltimore County Public Schools
08.2018 - 08.2021
  • Employed Social and Emotional Strategies to assist in creating a safe and nurturing learning classroom environment that promoted healthy emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Utilized various technology platforms such as the iReady learning platform, Vocabulary.com, Kahoot!, ClassDojo, Discovery Education, to facilitate learning, engagement and academic progress.
  • Mentored new teachers to assist them with their acclimatization to the school culture and the implementation of effective teaching strategies.
  • Cultural responsive instructional daily lesson plans were designed to motivate students and promote student voice, collaboration, participation creativity and improved academic performance.
  • Restorative Practices were incorporated in the classroom management strategies to promote and sustain student self-regulation.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance resulting in increased accountability among students.
  • Administered formative and summative assessments to evaluate student progress.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to create interdisciplinary projects that connected multiple subject areas for enhanced learning experiences.
  • Developed and strengthened relationships between students, parents and faculty by organizing regular conferences and progress meetings.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, thus ensuring optimal progress.
  • Enhanced learning experiences and academic performance by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the diverse learning needs of special education students.
  • Differentiated instruction implemented to meet the needs of diverse learners.
  • Organized after-school tutoring services to work one-on-one with reading and comprehension struggling students; resulting in improved academic performance and students reaching grade level reading expectations.
  • Demonstrated respect, communication, strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Demonstrated adaptability and proficiency in learning new concepts quickly, cultural responsive instruction, tailored lessons to the diverse learning needs of students, improved academic performance and the social and emotional well-being of students thus resulting in three years of effective teacher ratings.

Front Desk Agent

Holiday Inn Express
05.2018 - 08.2018
  • Provided exceptional service during high-volume periods or challenging situations, ensuring a seamless experience for all guests.
  • Maintained accurate records of guest information, payments, and reservations using hotel management software systems.
  • Confirmed important personal and payment information for compliance with security and payment card industry standards.
  • Resolved guest issues promptly, resulting in positive feedback and return visits.
  • Took reservations over phone, in person, and via computer for guests and provided confirmation information.
  • Utilized strong organizational skills to manage daily tasks efficiently while maintaining focus on delivering outstanding guest service experiences.
  • Developed strong relationships with frequent guests for repeat business through personalized attention to their preferences.
  • Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
  • Increased customer loyalty with exceptional communication skills and personalized service.
  • Handled incoming calls professionally, directing inquiries to appropriate personnel as needed.
  • Used internal software to process reservations, check-ins and check-outs.
  • Acquired in-depth knowledge of surrounding area to offer guests with information about dining options, entertainment, and shopping activities.
  • Contributed to team success by consistently meeting or exceeding performance targets for guest satisfaction ratings and occupancy rates.
  • Coordinated group bookings successfully, handling all logistics from reservation confirmation to departure arrangements.
  • Collaborated with housekeeping staff to maintain cleanliness standards in the lobby and common areas.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvement within the front desk operations, leading to enhanced efficiency without sacrificing quality of service provided to guests.
  • Ensured compliance with hotel policies and procedures while addressing any discrepancies in a timely manner.
  • Kept accounts in balance and ran daily reports to verify totals.
  • Implemented marketing and promotional initiatives to increase occupancy.
  • Monitored staff performance and provided feedback and guidance.
  • Trained new staff members in customer service techniques and hotel operations.

Clerical Assistant

Municipal Police Department Trinidad
06.2015 - 12.2015
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive company information while handling sensitive documents and communications.
  • Ensured accuracy in data entry tasks, resulting in improved record-keeping and reduced errors.
  • Increased department efficiency by managing correspondence, answering phones, and directing inquiries to appropriate personnel.
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Streamlined office processes by organizing and maintaining efficient filing systems.
  • Produced high-quality documents, presentations, and spreadsheets using Microsoft Office Suite applications.
  • Collaborated with other clerical staff on special projects, improving overall office performance.
  • Managed inventory and ordered supplies as needed, reducing costs through diligent monitoring of available resources.
  • Routed business correspondence, documents, and messages to correct departments and staff members.
  • Screened visitors and issued badges to maintain safety and security.
  • Coordinated shared Outlook calendar and scheduled meetings and events.
  • Expedited project completion by assisting with research and gathering necessary information for various initiatives.
  • Supervised and trained interns and created job manuals for support staff.
  • Ordered office supplies and kept office stocked with needed resources to operate smoothly.
  • Prepared and edited documents to produce precise, accurate and professional communication.

Education

Master of Arts - Changing Education

University of Helsinki
Helsinki, Finland

Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences

University of The Southern Caribbean
Maracas Valley, Trinidad And Tobago

Skills

  • Data Analysis (R, SPSS, Tableau, Power BI, Salesforce, Microsoft Excel)
  • Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Outlook)
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Excellent Communication
  • G-Suite Fluency
  • Feedback Reception and Integration
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Calm Under Pressure
  • Problem-Solving
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Attention to Detail
  • Multitasking Abilities

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Finnish
Elementary
Swedish
Elementary

Certification

  • Advancement Via Individual Determination Certification (AVID)
  • Restorative Practices Certification
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (CPR)
  • Education Leadership Training Certification
  • Security Awareness Training
  • Proficiency in Crowd Management and Passenger Safety
  • Personal Safety and Social Responsibility
  • Personal Survival Techniques
  • Elementary First Aid

Publications And Research

  • HundrED Global Collection 2023, Crystal Green, Clara Garcia-Millán, Alicia Noriega Lucendo, https://hundred.org/en/collections/hundred-global-collection-2023, The Impact Of The 2021-2022 Updated Income Eligibility Guidelines For Free And Reduced-Price School Meals On High School Attendance in the Baltimore County Public Schools West Zone.
  • A Study On Religious Education In Publicly Funded Schools: A Small-Scale Qualitative Content Analysis Of Hong Kong, Ontario (Canada) And Trinidad And Tobago
  • A Qualitative Study On The Application Of Restorative Practices In The Schools In The School District Of Baltimore City, Maryland, United States

Volunteer Experience

MV Logos Hope Ship

Onboard Volunteer Elementary School Teacher

February 2016 - February 2018 (2 years) 


  • Developed and Implemented cultural responsive instruction to non-native English students hailing from Germany, Finland, Denmark, South Korea and South Africa while sailing to over twenty-eight (28) different countries and residing with over four hundred (400) persons hailing from over sixty (60) different nationalities.
  • Employed Social and Emotional Learning Strategies to foster an environment of learning, academic performance, aware of the challenges during turbulent sailings and fostering a healthy emotional well-being for students.
  • Utilized experiential learning to aid student understanding through the facilitation of field trips such as to Robben Island, South Africa to immerse student in the learning experience, resulting in a deeper understanding of the lesson through direct observation and interaction with the environment.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents hailing from various nationalities to discuss student performance, progress and collaborate on learning strategies.
  • Integrated technology to improve student engagement, collaboration and learning.
  • Strategically implemented formative assessments and Microsoft excel to monitor student progress and develop recommendations for instructional adjustment.
  • Developed excellent culturally responsive communication through daily collaboration with colleagues and crew members hailing from over sixty (60) different nationalities.
  • Leveraging expertise and education of crew-members and diplomatic guests to develop career-day events, guest speakers as well as field trips, resulting in higher student engagement, academic performance and innovation.


Operation Mobilization International 

Warehouse Team Worker

 February 2015 - April 2015 (3 months)

Florence, South Carolina, USA.


  • Received incoming shipment of products, unloaded trucks and verified the accuracy of deliveries, resulting in an efficient and precise system of operation.
  • Accurately labeled, recorded and organized inventory items within the warehouse according to the established procedures and storage system, resulting in a stream-lined system of organization and efficiency.
  • Fulfilled customer order by picking items from designated locations within the warehouse and then carefully packing them for shipment and generating shipping labels, resulting in accurately delivered orders.
  • Following safety protocols and guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries such as wearing personal protective equipment, adhering to strict no headphones policy and proper lifting techniques.
  • Handling equipment such as pallet jackets, hand trucks, as well as box trucks to move inventory within the warehouse and to external warehouses safely and efficiently.
  • Inspecting incoming and outgoing goods for damages, defects, or discrepancies, and reporting any issues to supervisors.
  • Maintaining a clean and organized warehouse environment by sweeping floors, removing debris, and arranging inventory items in an orderly manner, resulting in a safe, well-organized and efficient environment.
  • Maintaining records of inventory transactions, warehouse operations, resulting in accountability, responsibility and a culture of transparency.


Timeline

English - High School

Baltimore County Public Schools
11.2022 - Current

Research Intern - Education Innovation

HundrED.org
03.2022 - 09.2022

English - Middle School (Title I)

Baltimore County Public Schools
08.2018 - 08.2021

Front Desk Agent

Holiday Inn Express
05.2018 - 08.2018

Clerical Assistant

Municipal Police Department Trinidad
06.2015 - 12.2015

Master of Arts - Changing Education

University of Helsinki

Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences

University of The Southern Caribbean
Jonathan Frederick