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Justin Porter
Mathematics Teacher
Moses Lake,WA
Summary
Innovative Math Teacher bringing three years of experience instructing students, including one year at a newly opened, Project Based Learning School. Committed to encouraging higher-level thinking to increase student performance, through integrated projects and engaging lessons.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Mathematics Teacher
Moses Lake School District
9 2021 - Current
- Collaborated with fellow math teachers on curriculum development, including the creation of multiple math projects for a Project Based Learning Environment
- Led an effort to foster a relationship between Vanguard Academy and Central Washington University's STEM Department, including mentoring teaching students interested in Project Based Learning
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use group projects and hands-on activities.
Student Teacher
Naches Valley High School
03.2021 - 06.2021
- Investigated different teaching materials and techniques to understand strengths and weaknesses.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Created personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Education
Master of Education - Curriculum And Instruction: STEM Leadership Spec.
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics Secondary Education
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA 05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Sequim Senior High School
Sequim, WA 05.2001 -
Skills
- Project-based learning
Technology Integration
In-depth Subject Knowledge
Critical thinking promotion
Real-world application
Collaborative learning
Team Collaboration
Software
Microsoft Office
Certification
Residency Teacher Certificate
Timeline
Residency Teacher Certificate
03-2024
Student Teacher
Naches Valley High School
03.2021 - 06.2021
Master of Education - Curriculum And Instruction: STEM Leadership Spec.
Central Washington University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics Secondary Education
Central Washington University
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Sequim Senior High School
05.2001 -
Mathematics Teacher
Moses Lake School District
9 2021 - Current