Jonathan Garson
Las Vegas
Summary
Upbeat Mathematics Teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Advanced Math Teacher
Coral Academy Of Science Las Vegas
2022.08 - Current
- 5th Grade team lead responsible for attending weekly meetings collaborating with school administrator's to evaluate grade level progress.
- Participated actively in department meetings, contributing ideas for improving instructional strategies and supporting school-wide goals for academic excellence.
- Mentored new teachers in the department, sharing best practices and offering guidance on classroom management techniques.
- Led after-school tutoring sessions for students needing additional support in mastering course material, resulting in improved academic outcomes overall.
Physical Education Teacher
Clark County School District, CCSD
2021.08 - 2022.07
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
- Created a safe and inclusive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations for behavior and respect among students.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safe and orderly learning environments during physical activities.
- Prepared lesson plans to teach age-appropriate exercises in alignment with school curriculum.
Elementary School Teacher
Explore Knowledge Academy
2016.02 - 2021.07
- Eagerly established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social and emotional growth.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments and assessments and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Maintained classroom through discipline, order and personal interactions.
Security Officer
Securitas Security Services USA
2013.10 - 2016.01
- Supervised grounds, employee entrances and exits and security officers on duty.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
- Monitored property and investigated any areas of suspicion.
Teacher's Assistant
Hillcrest Educational Centers, Inc
2013.01 - 2014.05
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Education
Master of Science - Teaching in Elementary Education
Sierra Nevada College
08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Westfield State University
Westfield, MA05.2005
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Berkshire Community College
08.2003
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom management
- Mathematics Instruction
- Tutoring
- Student Progress Reporting
- Technology integration
- Collaborative learning
Accomplishments
- Oversaw the Explore Knowledge Academy's after-school soccer program.
- Facilitated after-school mathematics interventions for struggling 4th and 5th grade students.
- Supervised team of 3 staff members.
Timeline
Advanced Math Teacher
Coral Academy Of Science Las Vegas
2022.08 - Current
Physical Education Teacher
Clark County School District, CCSD
2021.08 - 2022.07
Elementary School Teacher
Explore Knowledge Academy
2016.02 - 2021.07
Security Officer
Securitas Security Services USA
2013.10 - 2016.01
Teacher's Assistant
Hillcrest Educational Centers, Inc
2013.01 - 2014.05
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Westfield State University
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Berkshire Community College
Master of Science - Teaching in Elementary Education
Sierra Nevada College