Stephen Gajdik
Mt. Washington,Kentucky
Summary
Accomplished Middle School Math Teacher with a proven track record at Bullitt Lick Middle School, enhancing student math skills through innovative teaching methods and individual mentoring. Skilled in mathematical proficiency and leadership, adept at fostering critical thinking and problem-solving abilities in students. Demonstrates exceptional organizational ability and classroom management, ensuring a focused learning environment.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Math Teacher
Bullitt Lick Middle School
07.2009 - Current
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs and learning disabilities.
- Mentored students on individual basis to help develop math skills.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
- Maintained lesson flexibility to adapt to student progress and information retention.
- Utilized mathematical applications and problem-solving techniques to teach advanced topics in mathematics.
Middle School Math Teacher
Radcliff Middle School
07.2008 - 08.2009
Middle School Math Teacher
Bullitt Lick Middle School
07.2006 - 06.2008
Middle School Math Teacher
Spencer County Middle School
07.2005 - 06.2006
Middle School Math Teacher
Tates Creek Middle School
07.2002 - 06.2005
Middle School Math Teacher
Larue County Middle School
07.1998 - 06.2002
Middle School Math Teacher
Noe Middle School
02.1997 - 06.1998
Middle School Instructional Assistant
Foley Middle School
08.1996 - 02.1997
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY06-2003
Bachelor of Science - Middle Grades Education
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY05-1996
Skills
- Proficient in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
- Problem-solving skills
- Organizational ability
- Verbal and written communication
- Mathematical proficiency
- Leadership and Team Collaboration
- Time Management and Multi-tasking
- Data Analysis and Progress Monitoring
- Conflict Resolution and Classroom Management
Accomplishments
- 2017
- 2024
Bullitt Lick Middle School Teacher of the Year
Timeline
Middle School Math Teacher
Bullitt Lick Middle School
07.2009 - Current
Middle School Math Teacher
Radcliff Middle School
07.2008 - 08.2009
Middle School Math Teacher
Bullitt Lick Middle School
07.2006 - 06.2008
Middle School Math Teacher
Spencer County Middle School
07.2005 - 06.2006
Middle School Math Teacher
Tates Creek Middle School
07.2002 - 06.2005
Middle School Math Teacher
Larue County Middle School
07.1998 - 06.2002
Middle School Math Teacher
Noe Middle School
02.1997 - 06.1998
Middle School Instructional Assistant
Foley Middle School
08.1996 - 02.1997
Master of Arts - Education
Eastern Kentucky University
Bachelor of Science - Middle Grades Education
Eastern Kentucky University
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