Wesley Gladd
St. Petersburg,FL
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective science teacher with valuable experiences. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Passionate about public education. Growing into profession and dedicated to gaining endorsements.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Science Teacher
Manatee County Schools
Palmetto, FL
07.2021 - 12.2022
- Enhanced classroom environment for effective learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world applications of scientific concepts.
- Developed and implemented assessment tools to track student progress, identifying areas of improvement and adjusting instruction accordingly.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
Substitute Teacher
Bishop O'Connell High School
Arlington, VA
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Teaching students in all departments with a focus in Math and Science including a long term positions in English, Engineering, Graphic Design, and Math.
- Training new substitutes to insure all necessary positions were filled with qualified instructors
- Proctoring tests including PSAT and High School Placement Exam while ensuring the integrity of the process.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Moderating DIG(Dignity In Gardening) Club and participating in student life.
Manager of Nondestructive Testing
Gladd Solutions
100% Travel
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Conducting non-destructive ultrasonic inspections on USCGC ship hulls to determine plate thickness and identify points of corrosion
- Training new contractors and supervising inspection teams.
- Leading projects and making schedules to ensure all contracted work was completed efficiently and accurately.
Internship Student
Teen Missions International, Latacunga
Latacunga, Ecuador
10.2014 - 06.2015
- Nine-month internship consisting of education and construction projects.
- Designed and led weekly programs for local children.
- Taught post secondary level classes in English Language and Church History.
- Managed camps for local youth.
Student Volunteer
Teen Missions International
Merritt Island, Florida
09.2012 - 09.2014
- Leading summer camps and international mission trips for all age groups.
- Designing and teaching programs for teenagers to encourage intentionality and foster personal growth.
- Writing updates and connecting with parents of youth in the program..
Education
Bachelor of Science - Geosciences, Environmental Science
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA08.2019
Skills
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Classroom Management
- Ability to Be Flexible
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Canvas LMS
- Cognitive Disabilities Knowledge
- Multilingual Learners
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Bishop O'Connell High School
08.2021 - 06.2022
Science Teacher
Manatee County Schools
07.2021 - 12.2022
Manager of Nondestructive Testing
Gladd Solutions
08.2019 - 06.2021
Internship Student
Teen Missions International, Latacunga
10.2014 - 06.2015
Student Volunteer
Teen Missions International
09.2012 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Science - Geosciences, Environmental Science
Georgia State University