Mark Gordon Jr.
Cleveland,OH
Summary
Enthusiastic and dedicated educator with experience supporting student learning as a building substitute teacher. Skilled in creating positive, structured classroom environments, adapting instruction to diverse learner needs, and building strong rapport with students and staff. Highly flexible, reliable, and committed to fostering academic growth, personal responsibility, and a safe, supportive school community.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Building Substitute Teacher
Mentor Public Schools
08.2025 - Current
- Delivered daily instruction across multiple subjects by following teacher lesson plans and adapting materials to meet diverse student needs.
- Managed classrooms of 20–30+ students, maintained a positive learning environment, and enforced school policies to ensure safety and productivity.
- Supervised students assigned to the controlled learning center, ensuring a structured, distraction-free environment conducive to academic progress.
- Assisted students with completing coursework, organizing assignments, and staying on track with deadlines.
- Monitored behavior and implemented restorative or corrective strategies aligned with school expectations.
Freshman Football Coach
Mentor Public Schools
06.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with fellow coaches to develop consistent coaching methods and approaches across the football program.
- Promoted sportsmanship and teamwork among players, leading to positive attitudes both on and off the field.
- Supported student-athletes academically by reinforcing time management skills and offering resources for academic success when needed.
- Increased team cohesion by fostering a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Established strong team culture and values to promote teamwork, discipline and sportsmanship.
Building Substitute Teacher
Euclid City Schools- Renhill Group
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Followed lesson plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Collaborated with educators to implement instructional strategies enhancing student comprehension.
- Boosted overall class performance by implementing effective classroom management strategies and maintaining a positive learning environment.
- Provided individualized support to struggling learners, enabling them to reach their full potential academically.
- Supervising students during lunch and recess, promoting positive social interactions and conflict resolution. Assisting in student arrival and dismissal.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications- Public Relations
Marist University
Poughkeepsie, NY05-2021
Skills
- Organization
- Student engagement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Flexibility
- Classroom Management
- Physical education instruction
Accomplishments
Member of the Marist University Football Team. Participated in various charitable volunteer activities. Pioneer Football League Honor Roll 2019-2021
Timeline
Building Substitute Teacher
Mentor Public Schools
08.2025 - Current
Freshman Football Coach
Mentor Public Schools
06.2025 - Current
Building Substitute Teacher
Euclid City Schools- Renhill Group
10.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Communications- Public Relations
Marist University