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Ross Wilkens

Houston,TX

Summary

Texas-certified Physics and Mathematics (7–12) educator with 10+ years of experience teaching all high school mathematics and physics. Science department chair with demonstrated leadership in curriculum development, PLC facilitation, instructional technology integration, and project-based learning. Experienced in GT, CTE, and virtual instruction environments.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Math/Physics Teacher; Science Department Chair

Katy Independent School District – Miller Career & Technology Center
Katy, TX
08.2017 - Current
  • Current Physics teacher. Previously taught Pre-Calculus and Algebra II
  • Lead weekly PLCs to align curriculum, analyze data, and drive instructional improvement
  • Contribute to campus decision-making as a member of the Miller Leadership Committee and represent the department in district leadership meetings
  • Develop project-based units connecting physics and math to real-world applications
  • Integrate Canvas and Eduphoria Aware to support data-driven instruction
  • Support diverse learners across the academic spectrum, including GT, advanced, 504, and Special Education students, implementing required IEP and 504 accommodations with fidelity.

SAT/ACT, Math & Physics Tutor

Huntington Learning Center – Cypress
Cypress, TX
09.2018 - Current
  • Provide individualized instruction in Algebra I–AP Calculus and AP Physics
  • Implement targeted test-prep strategies resulting in measurable score growth

Math/Physics Teacher

Katy ISD – KSAT Summer School
Katy, TX
01.2018 - 01.2022
  • Delivered accelerated in-person and virtual instruction
  • Designed engaging labs and maintained consistent parent communication

Math/CTE Teacher

Fort Bend ISD – Lawrence E. Elkins High School
Missouri City, TX
08.2015 - 05.2017
  • Taught Pre-Calculus and Project Lead The Way courses
  • Mentored robotics students and co-sponsored the Engineering Academy

Education

B.S. in Physics - Minor in Mathematics & Engineering

Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX
05-2013

Skills

  • Canvas
  • Eduphoria Aware
  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Teams
  • Google Workspace
  • TI-Nspire
  • TI-84 Plus
  • Desmos

Timeline

SAT/ACT, Math & Physics Tutor

Huntington Learning Center – Cypress
09.2018 - Current

Math/Physics Teacher

Katy ISD – KSAT Summer School
01.2018 - 01.2022

Math/Physics Teacher; Science Department Chair

Katy Independent School District – Miller Career & Technology Center
08.2017 - Current

Math/CTE Teacher

Fort Bend ISD – Lawrence E. Elkins High School
08.2015 - 05.2017

B.S. in Physics - Minor in Mathematics & Engineering

Stephen F. Austin State University