Michael H. Mestemaker
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Educator skilled in developing dynamic lesson plans and delivering impactful lectures. Proven ability to adapt teaching methods to diverse learning styles, enhancing student engagement and comprehension. Strong communicator with a track record of building positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
Tejas Steakhouse and Saloon
Bulverde, TX
05.2022 - Current
- Managed kitchen operations and led a team in a high-pressure environment
- Developed leadership, time management, and multitasking skills
- Strengthened interpersonal and customer service skills
Student Teacher
Claudia Taylor “Lady Bird” Johnson High School, NEISD
San Antonio, TX
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Taught 9th grade Biology following Texas TEKS standards
- Planned and delivered daily lessons, unit plans, and semester plans
- Practiced classroom management and built strong student rapport
- Assessed student progress and input grades using Skyward
- Participated in ARD/IEP meetings, team meetings, and parent communications
After School Robotics Club Teacher
Robotics Club USA
07.2019 - 05.2020
- Led STEM-focused robotics clubs for elementary and middle school students
- Created engaging lesson plans and coordinated monthly competitions
- Maintained strong parent communication and organized after-school logistics
- Various SAISD/NISD Campuses
Education
B.S. - Multi-Disciplinary Sciences, Teaching Certification 7–12
University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX05.2025
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Differentiated instruction
- Inquiry-Based Learning
- Project-Based Learning
- Student engagement
- Student tutoring
- Activity preparation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Student-Led Discussions
- Classroom Tools: Google Classroom, Skyward, Microsoft Word/Excel/Powerpoint
- Soft Skills: Strong Communication, Problem Solving, Adaptability, Leadership
Certification
- Texas Educator Certificate – Science 7–12
- Status: In Progress
- All coursework, fieldwork, and training completed
- Scheduled to take content exam practice 6/28
- PPR exam preparation in progress
- Youth Mental Health First Aid USA – Certified
- Texas Behavior Support Initiative (TBSI) – Completed
- Act on Facts – Suicide Prevention Training (Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide)
- TEA Dyslexia Professional Education Certification
- Introduction to Substance Abuse Prevention (Pre-SAPST Course)
References
References available upon request.
Affiliations
UTeachSA
Timeline
Student Teacher
Claudia Taylor “Lady Bird” Johnson High School, NEISD
01.2025 - 05.2025
Sous Chef
Tejas Steakhouse and Saloon
05.2022 - Current
After School Robotics Club Teacher
Robotics Club USA
07.2019 - 05.2020
B.S. - Multi-Disciplinary Sciences, Teaching Certification 7–12
University of Texas At San Antonio
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