William Powell
San Jose,CA
Summary
Educator with extensive experience at Rocketship Education, focusing on differentiated instruction and project-based learning. Demonstrated success in increasing student engagement through innovative lesson planning and strong classroom management. Skilled in lesson planning and promoting critical thinking, excels in developing collaborative learning environments that drive academic achievement.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher - 2nd, 4th Grade
Rocketship Education Mateo Sheedy
07.2022 - 11.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment encouraging student participation and collaboration.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies to maintain student focus.
- Integrated technology in lessons to enhance student learning experiences.
- Assessed student performance through observations and formal evaluations regularly.
- Coordinated with colleagues to align curriculum and share teaching resources effectively.
- Conducted regular assessments of student performance and provided feedback to students and parents.
- Attended professional development workshops on new teaching techniques and technologies.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills by providing engaging projects and assignments.
- Promoted parent involvement by scheduling meetings throughout the school year and encouraging attendance at school events.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop differentiated instruction plans for struggling learners.
- Facilitated small group activities that addressed specific academic objectives.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress using data collection methods such as formal assessment tools, anecdotal notes, rubrics.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligning with curriculum standards for diverse learning styles.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
After School Teacher
Engineering For Kids
04.2022 - 06.2023
- I work with kids from elementary to middle school teaching them engineering skills by having them make their own projects and practice skills like design, testing, and improving their projects
- Designed and implemented engaging STEM curricula for diverse student groups.
- Utilized educational technology tools to facilitate interactive learning experiences.
Substitute Teacher
Santa Cruz County Department of Education
01.2018 - 06.2021
- I have worked for a number of Schools including Soquel High School, Santa Cruz High, San Lorenzo Valley High School, and Harbor High School.
- I have worked long term Substitute jobs which included creating lesson plans, assignments, working with fellow teachers, and contacting parents.
- Delivered engaging lesson plans across diverse subjects to maintain student interest and facilitate learning.
- Fostered classroom management strategies to create a positive and respectful learning environment.
- Adapted instructional methods to meet varied learning styles and individual student needs effectively.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to ensure seamless transitions during teacher absences, enhancing continuity of education.
- Implemented assessment tools to evaluate student performance and provide constructive feedback for improvement.
Physics Tutor
Cabrillo College
01.2010 - 06.2011
- Helping students with questions
- Learned to work with many different people as well as how to cooperate with coworkers
- Not only helped to teach other students but solidified my own skills in physics
Education
Secondary Education -
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01.2018
Mechanical Engineering - Bachelor of Science
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA12.2014
Design Project -
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA06.2013
Skills
- C/C programming
- Teaching and tutoring
- Mechanical engineering principles
- Learning technologies
- AutoCAD and Creo design
- MATLAB analysis
- MS Excel proficiency
- Machining tools operation
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Parent communication
- Differentiated instruction
- Curriculum development
- Data-driven decision making
- Student assessment
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Technology integration
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Team building
- Critical thinking
- Standards compliance
- Homework support
- Project-based learning
- Student engagement
- Science instruction
- Student tutoring
- Activity planning
- Mathematics teaching
- Student monitoring
- Assessment tools
- Teaching strategies
- Relationship building
- Behavior management
- Positive role model and mentor
Certification
- Teaching Certificate, 08/18, 09/23
- Substitute Teaching Certification
Personal Information
Additional Information - Technical Skills
AutoCAD, Creo, MATLAB, MS Excel, C++, Mills, Lathes, Angle grinders
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Teacher - 2nd, 4th Grade
Rocketship Education Mateo Sheedy
07.2022 - 11.2025
After School Teacher
Engineering For Kids
04.2022 - 06.2023
Substitute Teacher
Santa Cruz County Department of Education
01.2018 - 06.2021
Physics Tutor
Cabrillo College
01.2010 - 06.2011
Mechanical Engineering - Bachelor of Science
San Jose State University
Design Project -
San Jose State University
Secondary Education -
Grand Canyon University