Jonathan M. Strouse

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Hilliard, OH 43026

614-***-**** - mobile

adq5lq@r.postjobfree.com

Enthusiastic Teacher seeking Position

Self directed, passionate educator with an enthusiastic commitment to student development and the learning experience. Skilled in the design of challenging, engaging, and innovative activities that address the diverse interests and needs of students. Possess outstanding communication skills; present information in a variety of ways, emphasizing the relevance of class material to the outside world beyond the classroom. Active team member who effectively collaborates with staff members and establishes quality relationships with students as well as their parents. Experience in:

● Curriculum design and development

● Differentiation

● Cooperative and Interactive learning

● Student Motivation

● Classroom Management

● Student Centered Learning

● Multicultural Awareness

● Student Assessment

● Whole Group and Small Group Learning

Education and Certifications

Bachelor of Arts: History-The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH (1999) Secondary Education Certification-Ohio License number OH1503750 7-12 Integrated Social Studies

4-12 Integrated Mathematics

Computer skills: All MS Office programs, Power-point, Smartboard technology, Internet

(research, navigation, and web design)

Teaching Experience

Harvest Preparatory School, Canal Winchester, OH

Middle School Social Studies Teacher/High School Mathematics Teacher

(11/2014-current)

Taught Social Studies at a private, Christian school, working specifically with middle school aged students (Grades 7 and 8); taught Social Studies courses including World Geography and World Studies (Grade 7), Human Geography, Early US History

(1600-1877), as well as Political Debate (this course includes a competitive mock trial program, rated excellent and superior 2 years running, as well as a We the People program); founder of the school’s first High School Mock Trial and Quiz Bowl teams; both teams reached at least the district level in their respective contests.Awarded a 2015 grant for the study of President Calvin Coolidge from the Ashbrook Institute. Awarded a 2016 National Endowment for the Humanities grant for a workshop on US-Russian relations since 1776.

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Cruiser Academy, Groveport, OH (8/2012-11/2014)

Social Studies/Mathematics Teacher

Taught Social Studies and Mathematics at a school designed for credit recovery within the Groveport Madison Local School District; worked with all students, regardless of grade level, taught Social Studies courses including World History, Principles of Democracy (Government), Economics, Social Issues, Geography, and American History; also taught Mathematics courses including Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Precalculus, and Personal Finance; performed other basic teacher duties including attendance taking and parent interaction. Awarded a 2013 National Endowment for the Humanities grant for a workshop on Constitutional History and the Law. Awarded a 2014 grant from the Center for the Study of the Constitution (University of Wisconsin) TechCon Institute, Dayton, OH (8/2010-6/2011)

Social Studies Teacher/Mathematics tutor

Taught Social Studies at an alternative school utilizing a sophisticated online curriculum; worked with all students, regardless of grade level; taught courses including World History, Modern American History, Government, Sociology, World Geography, and Economics; Taught Mathematics to all students, regardless of grade level, including Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and Business Math; developed creative student assessments using Bloom’s Taxonomy, including both Project-based learning as well as Problem-based learning; performed other basic teacher duties including attendance taking, lesson planning, and organizing student activities.

● Started a Speech and Debate team, which included membership for all participating students in the National Forensics League.

● Managed a competitive Civics team through the Ohio Center for Law-related Education.

● Was the Ohio representative at the Center for Civic Education conference on Civil Rights in Birmingham, AL (September 2010).

● Nominated for the ACETA (American Civic Education Teacher Award) for work with students in the areas of Civics and Government (February 2011).

● Established and maintained strong relationships with students and parents alike, creating an environment of trust, respect, and support.

● Used multiple forms of technology in the classroom, including Smart-boards, CPS units, and online grade books (Teacher-ease).

● Used differentiation principles in the classroom to manage student learning, while keeping the classroom environment student centered. Summit Academy Transitional H.S., Dayton, OH 4/2006-6/2010 Social Studies Teacher

Taught Social Studies at a school designed for students with Special Needs (high functioning autistic students with Asperger’s Syndrome as well as severe ADD/ADHD students); worked with all students, regardless of grade level; taught courses including World History, Modern American History, Psychology, Government, Economics, and Current Events; participated in Professional Development activities including differentiation, ladder building and use; managed communication with students, parents, and community leaders; developed creative student assessments using Bloom’s taxonomy, including both Project-based learning as well as Problem-based learning; performed other basic teacher duties including attendance taking, lesson planning, and organizing student portfolios.

● Started a Speech and Debate team, the only one of its kind in the Summit Academy system of schools (accounting for 26 state-wide). This team included membership in the National Forensics League, a national honorary society accounting for less than 2 percent of students nationwide.

● Managed a competitive Civics team through the Ohio Center for Law-related Education.

● Taught after school language clubs (French and Russian)

● Worked with an after school Tennis Club

● Developed a strong interdisciplinary curricular program, working collaboratively with the English department as well as the Science department.

● Established and maintained strong relationships with students and parents alike, creating an environment of trust, respect, and support.

● Used multiple forms of technology in the classroom, including Smart-boards, CPS units, and online grade books (Teacher-ease).

● Used differentiation principles in the classroom to manage student learning, while keeping the classroom environment student centered. New Leadership Charter School, Springfield, MA 8/2002-6/2005 Social Studies Teacher

Taught Social Studies at an academically intensive school (longer school days as well as longer school week-Classes were in session on Saturday); courses taught included World History, Civics/Government, Psychology, Economics, and Sociology (the latter 4 included AP sections); participated in professional development seminars; managed communication with students, parents, and community leaders; developed creative assessments based on Bloom’s Taxonomy; performed other basic duties including attendance taking and lesson planning.

● Started a nationally recognized Speech and Debate team, which qualified numerous students to the National Championship level as well as winning “New Program of the Year” in the Massachusetts Forensics League.

● Coordinated after school programs including Mock Trial and Quiz Bowl

● Developed a strong interdisciplinary curricular program, working collaboratively with all other departments, including English/Language Arts, Math, and Science.

● Established and maintained strong relationships with students and parents alike, creating an environment of trust, respect, and support.

● Used multiple forms of technology in the classroom, including Smart-boards, CPS units, and online grade books (Teacher-ease).

● Used differentiation principles in the classroom to manage student learning, while keeping the classroom environment student centered. St. Patrick School, Chicopee, MA 8/2001-6/2002

Social Studies/Religion Teacher

Taught 7th and 8th Grade Social Studies, as well as 5th and 7th Grade Religion, at a Catholic school in the Diocese of Worcester; participated in professional development seminars; managed communication with students and parents alike; developed creative assessments based on Bloom’s Taxonomy, including Project based learning; performed other basic duties including attendance taking, lesson planning, and collaborative discussions.

● Established and maintained strong relationships with students and parents alike, creating an environment of trust, respect, and support.

● Used multiple forms of technology in the classroom, including Smart-boards, CPS units, and online grade books (Teacher-ease).

● Used differentiation principles in the classroom to manage student learning, while keeping the classroom environment student centered.

● Coached the 8th Grade Baseball team

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