Public Schools High School

Brian J. Meadows

**** ****** ****** *** *** • Arvada, CO 80003

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Professional Summary

Dedicated and flexible educator with over 12 years of combined classroom and substitute teaching experience in K–12 public schools across Colorado. Holds a Colorado Professional Teaching License with endorsements in Elementary Education (K–6) and Secondary Mathematics (7–12). Known for strong classroom management, a passion for mathematics, and a compassionate, student-focused teaching approach. Recently returned to full-time teaching and seeking to continue making a positive impact in the classroom.

Certifications

Colorado Professional Teaching License

Endorsements: K–6 Elementary 7–12 Secondary Mathematics

Teaching Experience

Math Teacher, Grades 6–8

Westminster Public Schools, CO

July 2024 – May 2025

Taught middle school mathematics across multiple grade levels.

Implemented standards-based instruction and differentiated support.

Maintained a positive learning environment in a diverse urban setting.

Para-Educator, High School Special Education

Park County School District, CO

Dec 2023 – May 2024

Provided academic and behavioral support to students with special needs.

Collaborated with teachers and service providers to support IEP goals.

Substitute Teacher PreK-12

Park County School District, CO

February 2023 – November 2023

Delivered instruction across a range of subjects and grade levels.

Adapted quickly to various classrooms and school cultures.

Fourth Grade Teacher

Denver Public Schools, CO

October 2014 – April 2015

Prepared and delivered instruction across a range of subjects.

Adapted to my classroom and school culture.

Collaborated with staff to provide a responsive and quality education for all my students

Substitute Teacher K-6

Roaring Fork Schools, CO

September 2013 – May 2014

Delivered instruction across a range of subjects and grade levels.

Adapted quickly to various classrooms and school cultures.

Math Teacher, Grades 9–12 – Alternative High School

Roaring Fork Schools, CO

Aug 2011 – Jun 2012

Designed and delivered engaging, standards-aligned math instruction for students with diverse learning needs in a nontraditional setting.

Built strong rapport with at-risk learners, increasing course engagement and credit recovery.

Integrated literacy strategies into math instruction to support reading comprehension and problem-solving.

Collaborated with staff to support holistic student development in a trauma-informed environment.

Elementary Teacher, Grades 3–4

Adams 12 – Pinnacle Charter School, CO

Aug 2003 – Jul 2005

Led classroom instruction in all core subjects, with a strong focus on math and literacy differentiation.

Developed and implemented unit plans aligned to Colorado standards and NWEA MAP growth goals.

Supported below-grade-level readers with targeted interventions that boosted fluency and comprehension.

Facilitated after-school math tutoring and literacy support groups for struggling students.

Literacy Teacher, Grades K–5

Denver Public Schools, CO

Jul 2000 – Jun 2002

Delivered direct reading instruction to small groups of at-risk students.

Used data to drive reading interventions and monitored student progress toward benchmarks.

Coordinated with classroom teachers to reinforce core literacy instruction.

Additional Teaching & Substitute Roles

Denver Public Schools and others

Various roles 1999-2000, 2005–2007, and 2009-2011

Includes summer high school math and K-12 substitute teaching roles.

Additional Experience

Family Caregiver

Personal Responsibility

2015 – 2022

Provided full-time care and support for aging parents with medical and mobility challenges.

Managed household operations, coordinated medical services, and ensured quality of life with dignity and compassion.

Returned to the workforce following their passing, ready to re-engage in full-time educational work.

Education

Math B.A. Equivalent Coursework

Metropolitan State College, Denver

2006–2008

M.A. in Education

University of Colorado – Denver

1998–2000

B.S. in Kinesiology / B.A. in Psychology

University of Colorado – Boulder

1989–1992

Professional References

Available upon request

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