Robert Afonso
Attleboro,MA
Summary
Adaptable and motivated career changer looking to leverage thirteen years of mathematics teaching and research related experience into a professional actuarial position. Amiable communicator with strong data and researching skills. Eager to learn more coding languages or expand on foundational knowledge in both Python and VBA.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Middle School Mathematics Teacher
Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School
Franklin, MA
01.2017 - Current
- Incorporated hands-on activities into lesson plans to make math more interesting for students.
- Instructed students and supported understanding of math concepts.
- Administered tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and knowledge of course materials.
- Assessed student classroom performance to report on progress.
- Delivered clear, informative lectures on subject matter framed to meet state standards.
- Fostered students' commitment to lifelong learning by connecting course materials to broader themes and current events.
- Attended variety of professional development workshops centered on learning goals, classroom management, student motivation and engaging learning activities.
Middle School Mathematics Teacher
Blackstone Valley Preparatory Mayoral Academy
Central Falls, RI
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Incorporated hands-on activities into lesson plans to make math more interesting for students.
- Instructed students and supported understanding of math concepts.
- Administered tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and knowledge of course materials.
- Assessed student classroom performance to report on progress.
- Delivered clear, informative lectures on subject matter framed to meet state standards.
- Fostered students' commitment to lifelong learning by connecting course materials to broader themes and current events.
- Attended variety of professional development workshops centered on learning goals, classroom management, student motivation and engaging learning activities.
Instructor
Boston University
Boston
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Conducted research for the writing, revision, and implementation of the Elementary Mathematics Project led by Dr. Suzanne Chapin
- Provided constructive feedback to help improve student understanding of concepts being discussed.
- Created lesson plans, syllabi and test schedules for courses on Mathematics for Elementary Education Majors.
- Promoted safe and clean classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group needs.
- Monitored student progress throughout the semester utilizing attendance records, grade reports, and other data sources.
- Provided letters of recommendation and other referrals to students pursuing further education programs or postgraduate employment.
- Evaluated student performance using appropriate assessment techniques and provided timely feedback.
- Tutored students requiring additional assistance in mastering concepts.
- Lectured and communicated effectively with students from diverse backgrounds.
- Created course materials and developed online and in-class discussion topics, lectures and presentations.
Adjunct Professor
Rhode Island College
Providence
01.2010 - 01.2016
- Created lesson plans, syllabi and test schedules for courses on Mathematics for Elementary Education Majors and Contemporary Mathematics.
- Promoted safe and clean classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group needs.
- Monitored student progress throughout the semester utilizing attendance records, grade reports, and other data sources.
- Provided letters of recommendation and other referrals to students pursuing further education programs or postgraduate employment.
- Evaluated student performance using appropriate assessment techniques and provided timely feedback.
- Tutored students requiring additional assistance in mastering concepts.
- Lectured and communicated effectively with students from diverse backgrounds.
- Created course materials and developed online and in-class discussion topics, lectures and presentations.
Education
Advanced Graduate Study - Mathematics Education
Boston University
05.2016
Master of Arts in Mathematics -
Rhode Island College
05.2008
Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics -
Rhode Island College
05.2006
Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Public Speaking Expert
- Organizational Ability
- Advanced Mathematical Abilities
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Quantitative and Qualitative Research
- Database and Survey Design
- Data Visualization
Certification
- Massachusetts Preliminary Licensure in Middle School Mathematics
Accomplishments
- Co-authored published research papers in mathematics education
- Developed and delivered workshops at national mathematical education conferences across the country
- Developed and delivered professional development sessions at current place of work
- Won service award in Rhode Island for volunteering at Providence based soup kitchen
- Classes routinely outperformed state and national averages on grade 8 math MCAS data
Affiliations
- Woodworking
- Guitar
- Hiking
- Gardening
- Beekeeping
- Reading
- Cooking
- Teaching
- Weightlifting
Actuarial Exams
- Exam P - Passed, November 2023 (first attempt)
- Exam FM - Sitting, July 2024
Timeline
Middle School Mathematics Teacher
Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School
01.2017 - Current
Middle School Mathematics Teacher
Blackstone Valley Preparatory Mayoral Academy
01.2015 - 01.2017
Instructor
Boston University
01.2012 - 01.2016
Adjunct Professor
Rhode Island College
01.2010 - 01.2016
Advanced Graduate Study - Mathematics Education
Boston University
Master of Arts in Mathematics -
Rhode Island College
Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics -
Rhode Island College
- Massachusetts Preliminary Licensure in Middle School Mathematics
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