Temesha I. Matthew
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Experienced team leader with a passion for applying my skills and driving career growth in a company or organization. Analytical and innovative, I excel at proposing and implementing changes. Highly organized and self-directed, I uphold high standards for students and parents. Proven written and oral communication skills in diverse settings. Extensive experience in research laboratories and scientific environments. Skilled in planning activities that meet the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive needs of children and youth. Proficient in software applications including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Corel Word Perfect, Microsoft Access, ArcView GIS, Global Positioning System, and Adobe Photoshop.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Academic Math Instructor
Jacksonville Job Corps
10.2023 - Current
- Demonstrate and uphold the working principles and Odle Core Values
- Ensures that the classroom environment is pleasant and motivating to maximize student motivation
- Keeps a strict code of conduct in the classroom to ensure that learning is maximized
- Builds a strong rapport between the learner and the teacher
- Keeps student personnel files up to date
- Keeps track of daily attendance and sends it to the student records department
- Help with filling out any required Job Corps forms
- Accountable for the structure and equipment, ensuring that supplies and equipment are maintained, and security precautions are performed
- Creates reports on staff and student hours, requests, and monthly evaluations of the students
- Helps the Supervisor with the planned inventory
- Participates in mandated staff training programs
- Demonstrates appropriate CSS and employability skills, including computer fluency and personal accountability, in a clear and consistent manner
- Upholds the responsibility of the faculty, students, and property, and follows safety procedures in all areas of authority
Middle School Math Teacher
Clay Charter Academy
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Utilized a variety of instructional strategies, including hands-on activities, real-world problem-solving, and technology integration, to cater to diverse learning styles and promote a positive classroom environment
- Implemented dynamic and engaging math lessons aligned with state curriculum standards, fostering a 15% or more improvement in students' overall math proficiency scores
- Utilized data-driven assessment strategies to monitor student progress and adapt instructional methods accordingly
- Established and maintained effective communication with parents, providing regular updates on student performance, progress, and strategies for continued growth in mathematics
- Integrated technology tools and educational software effectively into math lessons, enhancing students' digital literacy and encouraging independent learning
Lead Teacher
Horizon Institutes Alternative program
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Supervise the other teachers, while providing guidance and mentorship at my site
- Train new staff on how to use the learning platform and work to resolve their issues and concerns
- Assisted in creating schedules for the students in focus
- Monitor the student progress to make sure all students are progressing as schedule, using the Edgenuity online learning platform
- Schedule various parent teacher conferences to address any concerns among the staff and parents
- Enrolled or withdrew students from various classes from grades 6th to 12th
- Communicated with students via email to ensure that they were on task and working
- Assisted the testing administrator as a proctor for the exam
- Responsible for grading and inputting students grades into the system making sure that all students receive grades for their hard work
Pride Science Teacher
First Coast High School
01.2019 - 04.2020
- Assigned as a science teacher to teach Physical Science, Biology, Environmental Science and Earth Space Science to emotionally disturbed students in the Pride program
- Assisted with duties assigned by the administrative staff
- Created lesson plans that were engaging and fun with differentiation, that meets the need of the students
- Responsible for grading and inputting students grades into the system making sure that all students receive grades for their hard work
- Attended IEP meetings to help gauge the needs of the students
Science Teacher
Saltech Charter High School
02.2019 - 11.2019
- Facilitated and monitored student learning using the Plato online course learning platform
- Enrolled or withdrew students from various Biology, Physical Science, or Earth/Space Science courses
- Created labs to reinforce concepts in the curriculum
- Responsible for grading and inputting students grades into the system making sure that all students receive grades for their hard work
- Communicated with students via email to ensure that they were on task and working
Norfolk Public School Substitute Teacher
Norfolk Public School District
08.2013 - 11.2013
- Followed lesson plans and utilized relevant activities to supplement lesson plans created by teachers to students in grades K-12
- Assisted with duties assigned by the administrative staff
Norfolk Public School Science Teacher
Norfolk Public School District
08.2011 - 05.2012
- Assigned as a science teacher to teach Physical Science, General Biology, and Honors Biology at Blair Middle School
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Educational Staffing
08.2009 - 08.2010
- Administered lessons to students in grades K-12
- Followed lesson plans and school policies as instructed by the absent teacher
Environmental Specialist
Department of Planning and Natural Resources
06.2008 - 04.2009
- Conducted inspections using GPS technology to determine compliance with local laws
- Collected data, wrote reports, reviewed permit application and testified in court when relative to violations
- Knowledgeable of the principles of natural science as it relates to environmental control
- Knowledgeable of the basic procedures used in sampling and related data collection
- Knowledgeable of general quality control procedures
Science Teacher
Seventh-Day Adventist School
08.2005 - 05.2007
- Assigned as a science teacher to teach students in grades 8-11, General Chemistry, General Biology, Life Science, and Physical Science
Directed Independent Researcher
University of the Virgin Islands
09.2003 - 05.2005
- Primary researcher for Dr
- Stan Lorbach, study of the extraction of the Map 30 gene from the Mordica charantia plant
Chemical Lab Intern
Water and Power Authority
07.2003 - 08.2003
- Used various acid and base titration techniques, to determine if the water was too basic or acidic for drinking
- Used various chemicals to treat the fresh water as well as the contaminated water
National Science Foundation Researcher
University of the Virgin Islands
06.2001 - 07.2002
- Primary dissector and lab technician for Dr
- Rick Nemeth, study of the assessment of the fish nursery habitats in the Virgin Islands
Education
M.S - STEM Education
American College of Education
Indiana09.2023
B.S - Biology
University of the Virgin Islands
St. Thomas05.2005
Diploma -
Charlotte Amalie High School
St. Thomas06.2000
Skills
- Pedagogical expertise
- Strong analytical skills
- Collaborative learning
- Learning management system
- Expert problem solving
- Teaching strategies
- Student motivation
- Performance evaluation
- Real-world applications
- Online teaching
- Project-based learning
- Formative assessment
- Summative assessment
- Adaptive teaching
- Feedback implementation
- Algebra I and II
- Statistics
- Mathematical modeling
- In-depth subject expertise
- Technology integration
- Lesson plan creation
- Parent communication
- Data analysis
- Advanced mathematical skills
- Cooperative learning experience
- Strong analytical thinking
- Student skill assessment
- Critical thinking development
- Assignment grading
- Mathematics and statistics
- Number theory
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Classroom management
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Student engagement
- Team building
- Lesson planning
- Task prioritization
- Self motivation
- Interpersonal skills
- Analytical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Academic writing
- Goal setting
- Professionalism
- Interpersonal communication
- Public speaking
- Educational research
- Student mentoring
- Professional development
- Time management abilities
- Continuous improvement
- Adaptability
- Written communication
- Curriculum development
- Learning strategies
- Project management
- Student tutoring
- Professional demeanor
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Research methods
- Group facilitation
- Algebra
- Data interpretation
- Distance learning
- Curriculum design
- Statistical analysis
- Mathematics
- Career advising
- Analytical skills
- Instructional design
- Grading papers
- Educational software
- Classroom technology integration
- Collaboration
- Lab instruction
- Individual and group teaching
- Differential equations
- Linear algebra
- Student progress assessment
Timeline
Academic Math Instructor
Jacksonville Job Corps
10.2023 - Current
Middle School Math Teacher
Clay Charter Academy
09.2022 - 09.2023
Lead Teacher
Horizon Institutes Alternative program
07.2021 - 05.2022
Science Teacher
Saltech Charter High School
02.2019 - 11.2019
Pride Science Teacher
First Coast High School
01.2019 - 04.2020
Norfolk Public School Substitute Teacher
Norfolk Public School District
08.2013 - 11.2013
Norfolk Public School Science Teacher
Norfolk Public School District
08.2011 - 05.2012
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Educational Staffing
08.2009 - 08.2010
Environmental Specialist
Department of Planning and Natural Resources
06.2008 - 04.2009
Science Teacher
Seventh-Day Adventist School
08.2005 - 05.2007
Directed Independent Researcher
University of the Virgin Islands
09.2003 - 05.2005
Chemical Lab Intern
Water and Power Authority
07.2003 - 08.2003
National Science Foundation Researcher
University of the Virgin Islands
06.2001 - 07.2002
M.S - STEM Education
American College of Education
B.S - Biology
University of the Virgin Islands
Diploma -
Charlotte Amalie High School
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