Optimistic High School Math Teacher with passion for helping students achieve academic success and personal growth. Dependable mentor offers collaborative skills to build solid relationships with students from diverse cultures and backgrounds. Adept in teaching various mathematics principles to students. Hardworking and reliable with 26 years of experience leading students in secondary education.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
High School Math Teacher
Montrose Community Schools
Montrose, MI
6/1/1998 - Current
Developed lesson plans for Algebra I, Algebra 2, and Honors Pre-Calculus classes, incorporating differentiated instruction to meet students' individual needs.
Assessed student learning using a variety of formative and summative assessments.
Enhanced student understanding of key vocabulary and difficult concepts through the use of various technological resources.
Provided individualized guidance to struggling students, helping them improve their understanding of mathematical concepts.
Collaborated with colleagues to develop strategies to ensure successful outcomes in mathematics courses.
Participated in professional development activities related to teaching math.
Maintained accurate records of grades, attendance and other pertinent data related to student performance in mathematics courses.
Led parent-teacher conferences discussing student progress in math classes, including weekly email newsletters to keep parents and students informed.
Driver Education Instructor
Genesee Driving School
Clio, MI
6/1/1997 - Current
Instructed students on safe driving techniques, such as maintaining a proper following distance, navigating intersections and avoiding distractions.
Demonstrated the importance of defensive driving by providing examples from real-life scenarios.
Conducted behind-the-wheel training sessions with each student in order to assess their practical driving skills.
Educated parents on the basics of teen driving safety and how they can support their children during the process.
Reviewed traffic laws and regulations with students prior to taking the written test for licensing purposes.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Marygrove College
Detroit, MI
06-2003
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics
Cedarville University
Cedarville, OH
06-1998
High School Diploma -
Genesee Christian School
Burton, MI
06-1994
Skills
Differentiated Instruction
Educational leadership
Classroom Management
Logical reasoning
Licensed in Michigan
Knowledgeable about Google Classroom/Online Education
Mathematical modeling in Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and Pre-Calculus
Instructional Strategies
Affiliations
Coaching experience with soccer, basketball, and baseball. Current assistant varsity baseball coach at Genesee Christian High School.
Accomplishments
Local Teacher of the Year (2004)...nominated by a student in Montrose.
Certification
Michigan Professional Teaching Certificate (expires June 2025)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
High School Math Teacher
Montrose Community Schools
6/1/1998 - Current
Driver Education Instructor
Genesee Driving School
6/1/1997 - Current
Master of Arts - Education
Marygrove College
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics
Cedarville University
High School Diploma -
Genesee Christian School
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