History Teacher
Resume:
RICHARD SPEISER
*** ******* ****, ***** ********, NEW JERSEY 08742
boms07@r.postjobfree.com
- HISTORY / SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER -
Qualifications Profile
Dedicated, highly competent, and enthusiastic education professional, with outstanding knowledge and passion in social studies and history. Equipped with exceptional ability to blend innovative and instructional methods to produce a solid foundation for lifelong learning. Skilled at formulating appropriate lesson plans that promote critical thinking, student engagement, and real-world application. Adept at motivating students, enhancing learning experience, and establishing an intuitive connection with a wide range of students to increase student achievement and reach their personal goals. Excel at working within a fast-paced and demanding environment, even under pressure. Areas of expertise include:
- Organizational and Interpersonal Skills
- Strong Integrity, Ethics, and Values
- Student Learning and Progress Monitoring
- Student Advocacy and Motivation
- Effective Listening Skills
- Problem Analysis and Decision-Making
- Multitasking in Fast-Paced Environment
- Exceptional Oral and Written Communication
Relevant Experience
POINT PLEASANT BOROUGH HIGH SCHOOL, POINT PLEASANT, NJ
Substitute Teacher ~ 2009–Present
- Manage and effectively collaborate with diverse students
- Complete the preparation and render supervision to future classes toward achieving their tasks, while simultaneously maintaining order in the classroom
- Gained high rating and was frequently requested for week-long assignments as substitute during teachers’ absence from February 2009 to June 2011
- Comply with teacher lesson plans
- Professionally teach numerous different subjects and work within various in-class support settings
- Provide expert oversight over student performance and behavior in the classroom
- Ensure accuracy in recording daily attendance of students
- Oversee cafeteria, study halls, computer laboratories, and the media center
SAT Reasoning Test Proctor ~ 2009–Present
- Function efficiently in managing SAT examination to high school students while fostering and sustaining an orderly testing environment
Student Teacher ~ TOMS RIVER EAST HIGH SCHOOL, TOMS RIVER, NJ: JAN–MAY 2010
Grade 10 US History I
- Functioned well in teaching four sections of US History I
- Skillfully utilized technology and media in the classroom, which included PowerPoint presentations, interactive computer assessments, and computer research
- Formulated unit and lesson plans in line with New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards (NJCCCS) in the area of Social Studies
- Created strategies and modifications using students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
- Directed the development of both formative and summative assessments
- Extensively applied differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all learners
- Ensured accurate recording of grades and attendance
- Actively participated in faculty and departmental meetings as well as professional development programs
- Rendered keen oversight during a daily period of in-school suspension
Student Teacher ~ POINT PLEASANT HIGH SCHOOL, POINT PLEASANT, NJ: SEP–DEC 2009
Grade 11 US History II / Grade 12 Sociology
- Functioned well in teaching four sections of US History II and one section of Sociology
- Skillfully utilized technology and media in the classroom, which included PowerPoint presentations, interactive computer assessments, and computer research
- Created strategies and modifications using students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
- Directed the development of both formative and summative assessments
- Extensively applied differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all learners
Field Intern ~ BORDENTOWN, NJ: JUNE–AUG 2008
Archeological Dig
- Accomplished field work necessary to obtain Bachelor’s degree in History from Monmouth University
- Effectively worked on an archeological dig at Joseph Napoleon’s former estate in Bordentown, New Jersey in 2008
Volunteer Experience
Volunteer Coach, Challenger Sports League~ LAKEWOOD HIGH SCHOOL, LAKEWOOD, NJ: JAN 2012–PRESENT
- Enable students with disabilities who would not ordinarily participate in typical high school sports, to have the opportunity to play in competitive sports league which include travelling to other schools for scheduled games
Soccer Coach ~ POINT PLEASANT BOROUGH HIGH SCHOOL, POINT PLEASANT, NJ: 2004 | 2005
- Collaborated well with varsity level soccer players in bringing improvement to their skills during summer and winter league play
Other Experience
Staff Member ~ GILMORE & MONAHAN LAW FIRM, TOMS RIVER, NJ: 2011–PRESENT
Security Supervisor ~ OCEAN CLUB AT MANTOLOKING, MANTOLOKING, NJ: 2008| 2009 | 2010 |2011 (Summer Employment)
Cashier ~ JERSEY PADDLER, BRICK, NJ: 2007–2008
Courier ~ GILMORE & MONAHAN LAW FIRM, TOMS RIVER, NJ: 2004–2006
Education
Master of Arts in Teaching (Accelerated Program) ~ 2010
MONMOUTH UNIVERSITY, WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ
Bachelor of Arts in History ~ 2008
MONMOUTH UNIVERSITY, WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ
Certification
Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (New Jersey Teacher of Social Studies Certificate)
NEW JERSEY STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS
Technical Acumen
Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint (Windows and Mac) | Adobe Photoshop (Windows and Mac)
Webpage Design (Windows and Mac) | Various Gradebook Programs | LCDs | SMART Boards | iPods
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