Matthew Wood
Brooklyn
Summary
Motivated Social Studies Teacher excellent at creating positive educational climates for students. Organized and reliable with expertise in U.S. and World History. Proficient in applying various principles of learning to effectively teach social studies to over 100 students.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
History / Social Studies Teacher
Central Queens Academy
11.2020 - Current
- Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.
- Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students.
- Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Teacher's Aide / Substitute Teacher
Boston Public Schools
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by principals based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Massachusetts, Boston
Boston, MA05.2019
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Documentation And Reporting
- Team Collaboration
- Assignment Grading
- Lesson Planning
- Task Prioritization
Timeline
History / Social Studies Teacher
Central Queens Academy
11.2020 - Current
Teacher's Aide / Substitute Teacher
Boston Public Schools
09.2019 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Massachusetts, Boston
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