Jonathan D.
Private tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
Illinois State University, Normal, IL December 2009 Certification in History - Social Science Teacher Education Minor: English Education Cumulative GPA: 3.79 University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa May 2008 Bachelor of Arts in History
Experience
CERTIFICATIONS / ENDORSEMENTS Social Sciences – History - Grades 6-12 English Language Arts - Grades 6-12 Illinois Type 9 Teaching Certificate IHSA Certified Coaching Honors and AP History Highly Qualified Teacher PROFESSIONAL TEACHING EXPERIENCES KIPP Create Charter School, Chicago, IL July 2014-Present • 7th grade humanities teacher, incorporating lessons in Medieval and modern world history. • Established the KIPP Create technology class, which engages students in Google drive tools, teaches basic typing and email techniques, and incorporates proper online researching skills. • Chess Club enrichment teacher and enrolls students in competitive regional tournaments. • Organize effective reading and writing strategies as a literacy team chair member. Woodland Charter School, Minocqua, WI July 2013-June 2014 • Lead teacher for grades 6-8 in a mixed classroom, project-based learning environment. • 7th grade English language arts, history, and science teacher. • Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports captain. • Reading coach for struggling students requiring remedial attention. KIPP Los Angeles College Preparatory School, Los Angeles, CA August 2011-June 2013 • Taught 7th grade humanities, incorporating lessons in Medieval World History. • Founded KIPP Community Outreach Enrichment, where I organized mission-driven events and donation drives within the school. • Tutored students preparing for the SSAT exam. • Taught writing with 96% proficient or advanced passing rate on the California state STAR writing exam. KIPP Los Angeles College Preparatory School, Los Angeles, CA January 2011-August 2011 • 7th grade pre-algebra long-term substitute. • 84% of students scored proficient or advanced on the California Standards Tests. • After school tutor and enrichment teacher. • Geneva Middle School North, Geneva, IL March-June 2010 • Created and organized engaging lessons in a 7th Grade Social Studies class. • Taught the U.S. Constitution with 100% student passing rate. • Volunteer track coach and timing official. Jewel Middle School, North Aurora, IL Fall 2009 • Taught 7th grade World Geography and 8th grade U.S. History. • Led parent-teacher conferences and engaged families in the education process. • Helped organize a community-based Veteran’s Day school-wide assembly. • Administered the Constitution test and received the highest total class average in the school. • Served as a coach aid and game referee for grades 6-8 boys’ soccer. • Founded the Homework Club. VOLUNTEER WORK and ACTIVITIES KIPP LA Prep, Los Angeles, CA 2011-2013 • Founder of a community outreach program in Los Angeles that worked closely with neighboring schools and with the LA Mission Homeless Shelters to complete community based projects. Illinois State University, Normal, IL Spring 2009 • Undergraduate Teaching Assistant in History 291. Facilitated online discussion groups, graded essays, and maintained office hours for student support. CICS Loomis Primary School, Chicago, IL 2008-2009 • Assisted the teacher and participated in leading reading and writing activities. University High School, Normal, IL Spring 2008 • Tutored and facilitated students with History content understanding and writing skills. Iowa City High School, Iowa City, IA Fall 2007 • Directed an after-school History club and volunteered during Cross Country Competitions. WORK EXPERIENCES Arden Court –Alzheimer’s Assisted Living, Glen Ellyn, IL 2002-2005 • Led group activities geared towards stimulating, entertaining, and providing positive reinforcement to Alzheimer patients. • Developed and managed various programs. ADDITIONAL SKILLS/ ACCOMPLISHMENTS • Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Microsoft Works Database. • Moderate knowledge of the Spanish language. • Distinguished portfolio award from ISU History Education Department in 2009
Availability
Any day at any time
Can Meet
Up to 30 minutes away for no additional charge
Hobbies
I love to travel and spend my time outdoors hiking or fishing. I enjoy reading and spending time with my dog, Winston. I am originally from a western suburb of Chicago, and I just purchased a condo in the West Loop.
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