Experience

Noble Schools

• United States
• Primary and Secondary Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• High School Mathematics Teacher

  • Aug 2008 - Present

  High School Mathematics Teacher• Taught 10th Grade Geometry, 11th Grade Algebra II, and 12th Grade Pre-Calculus, Calculus, & AP Calculus AB• Pioneered the AP Calculus AB course and received approval through the Advanced Placement Course Audit from The College Board• Designed and implemented long-term, unit, and daily lesson plans that deliver rigorous, culturally-responsive instruction• Structured courses to promote college-readiness, resilience and self-advocacy• Differentiated instruction amongst student needs to ensure high-level growth and development• Executed data-driven decision-making to inform instruction and curriculum development• Developed student-centered systems that allow for self-reflection and personalized learning• Utilized monthly writing assignments to promote student literacy and cross-content collaboration• Conducted practice AP Calculus exams and designed AP Calculus prep course• Designed ACT & SAT prep course and remedial mathematics courses for 9th through 12th gradeAdvisor• Guided 2 different groups of young men and 1 group of young women from freshmen year through graduation, spanning 12 years• Monitored advisees’ progress in academics, community service, enrichment, and attendance to meet promotional requirements• Established the executive functions of my advisees to ensure success in high school, college, and all postsecondary options• Built foundational relationships with parents and guardians to promote student successes and support areas of growth Show less

• Mathematics Department Chair

  • Aug 2013 - Present

  • Conducted quarterly observations for each teacher in the department and provided intentional feedback on instruction and curriculum• Met weekly with Dean of Instruction and Assistant Principal to discuss department growth and expectations• Led biweekly department meetings on analyzing assessment results, sharing best practices, and implementing vertical alignment• Managed department budget, purchases, and resource allocation amongst all grade levels and teachers



Uncommon Schools

• United States
• Primary and Secondary Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• High School Mathematics Teacher

  • Aug 2004 - Jul 2008

  • Taught math for grades 10-12, including courses Geometry, Algebra II, Pre-Calculus and AP Calculus AB • Pioneered the AP Calculus AB course and received approval through the Advanced Placement Course Audit from The College Board • Gathered, analyzed, and utilized statistical data on student performances on assessments and guided students through self-reflection • Designed and oversaw HSPA Math Course to support students in preparation for the New Jersey state mathematics exam • Organized and led school-wide tutoring sessions that allowed for exam preparation, homework completion, and skill-building • Created and facilitated Guitar Club as an effort to increase extracurricular participation and develop musical interest in students Show less



Grand Rapids Public Schools

• Primary and Secondary Education
• 500 - 600 Employee

• High School Mathematics Teacher

  • Aug 2003 - May 2004

  • Taught math for grades 9 and 10, including courses Algebra I Essential, Geometry Essentials and Geometry • Organized and led after school tutoring sessions that allowed for exam preparation, homework completion, and skill-building • Developed and employed a rich, diverse curricula that was grounded in exceptional question-writing and student-driven discussion • Taught math for grades 9 and 10, including courses Algebra I Essential, Geometry Essentials and Geometry • Organized and led after school tutoring sessions that allowed for exam preparation, homework completion, and skill-building • Developed and employed a rich, diverse curricula that was grounded in exceptional question-writing and student-driven discussion