JACOB M.

MAYER
OBJECTIVE

To better fulfill my passion for life-long learning and complex problem solving

EDUCATION

T HE O HIO S TATE U NIVERSITY

Master in Education

August 2011

T HE O HIO S TATE U NIVERSITY

Bachelor of Science

June 2009

Received two degrees: Mathematics and Physics

Graduated with Honors in Arts and Sciences
Graduated cum laude

SKILLS

Developing C#, Ruby, and SQL skills using Visual Studio, Code Academy, and other resources
Experience with Visual Basic object oriented programming from post-secondary program
Proficient with MS Office products from lesson planning, presentation, and student data
analysis
Communicating complicated topics to a wide range of audiences who do not have the same
technical knowledge
Knowledgeable in mathematics and its application in different settings
Independent learner and self-starter through time as a secondary teacher

WORK
EXPERIENCE

WAGGONER ROAD JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

December 2014 Present

Math Teacher
Met student growth targets 15/16 school year
Achieved above average performance from students in Geometry
Developed eighth grade and geometry online assessment tools for instant feedback, mastery
learning, and data analysis
Coached colleagues in using a variety of learning management systems
Analyzed data from academic performance and observations with colleagues and parents to
find solutions for student success

THE GRAHAM SCHOOL

August 2011 December 2014

Math and Science Teacher

Developed class websites with Google Sites to provide access to class materials and
information.
Recorded online science lectures to support continued learning outside of school and for a
credit recovery program
Developed in-class automated grading system to give immediate feedback to students and
inform classroom instruction using Illuminate Education online software.
Analyzed variety of data such as grades, observations, and informal interviews with students
to determine action plans for student growth both behaviorally or academically
Experiential Advisor
Managed approximately 12 students at a variety of volunteer services such as Columbus
Colony for the Deaf and Habitat for Humanity Restore
Built relationships with students to facilitate their own self-actualization

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