Nathan Pruitt
Sumner
Summary
Dedicated Math Teacher with a proven track record in personalized instruction, lesson planning, and motivating students. Committed to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment. Proven ability to keep students engaged in well developed and easily understood math lessons. Collaborates with colleagues to enhance student performance, assess student data, and create common learning tasks and assessments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Math Teacher
Bethel School District
Spanaway, WA
09.2012 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards to enhance student understanding of mathematical concepts.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and improve student outcomes.
- Utilized educational technology tools to facilitate interactive learning experiences and streamline classroom management.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects that foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Mentored new teachers in curriculum design and effective teaching methodologies, promoting a collaborative learning environment.
- Used Co Teaching model to teach and identify specific student needs and provide an individualized eduction that fits each student.
Math Teacher
Yelm Community Schools
Yelm, WA
09.2006 - 08.2012
- Analyzed student performance data to identify areas for improvement and drive targeted instructional adjustments.
- Established strong relationships with students and parents to support academic success and foster a positive school community.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of mathematical concepts.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs in the classroom.
- Created a positive classroom environment that promoted respect, inclusivity, and personal responsibility among students.
- Modeled core values of school on daily basis in interactions with students, families, administrators and fellow teachers.
Coach Baseball, Fastpitch, Basketball
Yelm Community Schools/Bethel School District
09.2006 - Current
- Developed practice plans to enhance athlete performance and skill development.
- Mentored student-athletes in goal setting, teamwork, and resilience building.
- Collaborated with educators to integrate athletic programs into academic curricula.
- Evaluated and analyzed athlete performance data to inform coaching strategies.
Education
Education Leadership - Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UTMaster of Arts - Education Technologies
Leslie University
Cambridge, MA06.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Math Education
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA06.2005
Skills
- Adapting to different learning styles
- Group and individual instruction
- Motivating and encouraging
- Student performance evaluations
- Positive role model and mentor
- Personalized instruction
- Individualized learning
- Lesson planning
- Teaching algebra
- Teaching geometry
- High school math
Accomplishments
2009 Secondary Teacher of the Year; Yelm Community Schools
Timeline
Math Teacher
Bethel School District
09.2012 - Current
Math Teacher
Yelm Community Schools
09.2006 - 08.2012
Coach Baseball, Fastpitch, Basketball
Yelm Community Schools/Bethel School District
09.2006 - Current
Education Leadership - Education
Western Governors University
Master of Arts - Education Technologies
Leslie University
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Math Education
Central Washington University