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Neil Gordon

New Rochelle,NY

Summary

Passionate professional with experience teaching pupils of all ages using engaging and interactive classroom lessons. Familiar with department needs and leadership strategies. Talented at identifying student issues and comprehension levels to address areas needing improvement for improved student performance.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Middle School Math/7th Grade Homeroom

Saints John and Paul School
Larchmont, NY
09.2023 - 06.2025
  • Developed and implemented innovative math lesson plans for middle school students.
  • Employed various instructional methods such as lectures, demonstrations, and projects..
  • Integrated technology into daily instruction when appropriate to enhance lessons.
  • Created a safe learning environment that promoted positive behavior from all students.
  • Customized instructional plans to meet needs of different students.

4th Grade Science Teacher

Russel Byers Charter School
Philadelphia, PA
12.2022 - 04.2023
  • Created a classroom environment that encourages curiosity and critical thinking.
  • Integrated technology into lesson plans to engage students in the material being taught.
  • Developed and implemented hands-on science lessons for students of all ages.
  • Monitored students' progress and communicated with parents about their child's achievements and areas for improvement.
  • Utilized classroom management techniques to ensure a conducive learning environment.

Student Teacher

Russel Byers Charter School
Philadelphia, PA
01.2022 - 03.2022
  • Planned, prepared, and taught lessons in coordination with a mentor teacher 5 days a week.
  • Designed comprehensive unit plans in CREW, social studies, and science.
  • Modified curriculum lessons to meet the needs of students in Phonics, Mathematics, and Reading.

Pre-Student Teacher

G.W. Childs Elementary School
Philadelphia, PA
09.2020 - 03.2021
  • Assisted teacher and assistant teachers in any way needed (lesson planning, classroom management, grading, etc.)
  • Assisted the students when they needed help
  • Created and implemented small group lessons daily
  • Created and implemented whole group lessons when needed

Education

Master of Arts - Literacy (K-12) And Special Education

Iona University
New Rochelle, NY
12-2025

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA
12.2022

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Progress monitoring
  • Technology integration
  • Parental communication
  • Literacy skills
  • Reporting requirements
  • Proficient in Google and Microsoft applications
  • Special education integration
  • Differentiated instruction

Relevant Coursework

  • Child Development I & II
  • Special Education Foundations
  • Foundations in Instructing English Language Learners
  • Creating Positive Classroom Climate
  • Teaching in Urban Contexts
  • Language Arts Processes
  • Mathematics Methods and Content
  • Early Literacy I & II
  • Social Studies Teaching Methods
  • Science Teaching Methods
  • Teaching Engineering Concepts to Children

Clearances

  • PA Child Abuse History
  • FBI Criminal History Record
  • Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting Training

Certification

  • PA Instructional I Certification (Grades PreK-4)
  • NY Certification (K-12) (in-progress)

Timeline

Middle School Math/7th Grade Homeroom

Saints John and Paul School
09.2023 - 06.2025

4th Grade Science Teacher

Russel Byers Charter School
12.2022 - 04.2023

Student Teacher

Russel Byers Charter School
01.2022 - 03.2022

Pre-Student Teacher

G.W. Childs Elementary School
09.2020 - 03.2021

Master of Arts - Literacy (K-12) And Special Education

Iona University

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Drexel University

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