Joshua L. Davis III is applying for a position as a math instructor and provides a resume summarizing his extensive experience teaching mathematics from middle school through college levels. He details his educational background and achievements in both academic and military settings, and provides links to examples of online teaching resources he has created to engage students in blended learning environments.
1. JOSHUA L. DAVISIII 459 N.Grove St, East Orange,NJ 07017
201-396-2569 (cell)
mailto: Joshua.davis28@yahoo.com
19 June 2015
To Whom It May Concern
The opportunityto serve as a math instructorisa positionthatI am qualifiedforandwouldbe eagertoundertake.
I am certainthat my experience reflectsthe type of candidate forwhichyouare seekingtohire atthistime. As a mathematics
teacherwhohas manyyears of experience,Ihave demonstratedthatIam an innovative educatorwhoalwayssearchesforways
to incorporate researchedbasedbestpracticesintomyinstructionwhichincludesdevelopingblendedlearningcurriculum,
projectbasedlearning,dailyre-looping,reciprocalpeertutoring andotherprovenresearchedbasedmethods.
Please visitmyvideoresume teachingsitestoobserve myteachingstyle andhow Idesignandimplementablendedwebsite. You
will observe thatIutilize aSocraticmethodof instructionthatnotonlydevelopsthe studentsintocreative,imaginative,and
independentthinkers,butalsohelpsthemtothinkdeeplyaboutthe essential conceptsthatare the buildingblocksof higher level
math,engineering,science andmathematical physics.
These sitesdemonstratethatInot onlyhave a masteryof pedagogical methods,butthatIalso communicate mathematical
conceptsina waythat anyone can understand.
1. http://www.joshuadavisteachescalculus.org
2. http://www.mystudentlink.net/notes
I am confidentthatmyinstructional experience,negotiationskills,provenmanagerial andorganizational skillsthatIdemonstrated
as an AirForce officerandmyabilitytoteachand train studentsof all levelsasa mathinstructoris evidence thatIamthe type of
candidate thatyour institutioncanutilize toassistitwithmeetingandfulfillingitsgoalsandobjectives.
Thank youfor takingthe time toreviewmyresume.
Sincerely,
JoshuaL. DavisIII
LicensedTeacherof Mathematics
Captain,United StatesAirForce (Retired),CertifiedAcquisitionProfessional –Level I
2. Joshua L. Davis III
Cell: 201-396-2569 * 459 N Grove St, East Orange, NJ 07017 * Email: joshua.davis28@yahoo.com
Summary Of Qualifications
Subject Matter Expert in Mathematics, Education and Applied Technologies
Extensive mathematical teaching, instruction and tutoringexperience in academia,civilian and government settings from junior high
school through post graduate levels.
Knowledge of Applied Mathematics in industry settings.Algebra I & II,Geometry, Calculus,Differential Equations,Binary Digits,Number
Basics,Hexadecimal Systems,Zone Tools, 3D Spatial Orientation,PerspectiveDrawings,and QuantitativeAnalysis.
Experienced with the Air Force Satellite Control Network’s (AFSCN) Acquisition Management Process for the entire lifecyclewhich
includes requirements definition,development of testing specificationsfor softwareand hardware, system analysis and international
government negotiations.
Strong planning and communication skills.
Leadership Profile
Excellent relationship builder with students and faculty. Who’s Who in American High School Teachers nominee and recipientof
certificatefrom the Future Education Club of USA.
Attains results through goal-oriented teams in limited resource environments.
Lead individuals and groups of divergent positions toward a common resolution.
Achievements
Challenge: To meet launch datedeadlinefor firstSKYNET satellite.
Results: As an Applied Mathematics’ Engineer, I successfully supported the launch of the firstSKYNET satellite.
Managed and developed a master development plan to identify the two-to-seven year goals and requirements for the Air Force Satellite
Control Network (AFSCN).
Supported the launch of a United Kingdom Military Communications Satellite.
Managed and performed Advanced Simulation Analysisfor a global network of sa tellitetrackingstations and on orbitsupport
assessments.
Managed a $9.2 million launch critical operation FY’89 project which was placed on contractin four months with no disconnects.
Successfully interfaced a $400 million British Military Communicatio0nsSatellitecalled SKYNET with an Air Force Command and Control
System.
Other Achievements:
Math Fair – Newark Board of Education – 1st PlaceWinner 2000. Developed a spatial model of commercial buildings usingK-KNEX rods
to teach applied math in metric and spatial relationships.
Selected to Participatein Princeton Mathematical Instituteinstructed by Profess or Paul Forester from a nationwidepool. Less than 10%
of applicantsareinvited to attend this 150 hour seminar course.
Who’s Who in American High School Teachers in 2004 – 2005.
Received Certificateof Appreciation from the Future Education Club of USA, Newark Public Schoolsin 2004 –2005.
New Jersey Institute of Technology Teaching Scholarship recipientin calculusand applied math.
Instructor, Space Division Educational Program
In addition to the engineering assignment, performed coursecurriculum development and instruction of several core competency
courses in algebra,geometry and pre-calculus for theOfficer Preparatory Program.
These courses prepared non-commissioned personnel and gave them the skillsrequired to transition to commission officers. The
success ratewas 85%. Conducted a Teach the Teacher Seminar. Mentored students on the additional roles and requirements of officers.
3. Joshua L. Davis III
Cell: 201-396-2569 * 459 N Grove St, East Orange, NJ 07017 * Email: joshua.davis28@yahoo.com
Experience Highlights
Newark Prep Charter School, Newark, NJ, Oct 2014 – present
Math Teacher
Design blended learning algebra curriculumfor onlineand offlineassignments.
Extensively use Notateit whiteboard software and a SmartBoard for classroominstructions.
(http://www.mystudentlink.net/videos/Please-Enter-My-Classroom-2015/Please-Enter-My-Classroom-2015.htm)
Developed instructional website for student review and assessmentpreparation (http://www.mystudentlink.net/notes).
Director of AppliedSuccessEducation Center,Maplewood,NJ,Oct 2012 to November2014
Tutor, instruct,mentor students from 4th grade through college.
Design, develop and produce instructional math and physics videos and instructional websites.
Manage the internet marketing division by producingmarketingvideos and by usingPPC advertising.
GlenRidge PublicSchools,GlenRidge,NJ Sept 2008 – June 2010
Math Teacher
Taught courses in Pre-Algebra, Algebra II,and Pre-Calculus to junior high (grade8) through high school students (grades 9 12).
Builtinteractivewebsite, usingvarious web development tools such as “90 Second Website Builder” and “Dreamweaver”, for students
to supplement class instruction and produced instructional videos usingCamtasia Studio,PinnacleStudio,Photoshop, and Xara Extreme.
Newark PublicSchools,Newark, NJ, Sept1993 – May 2008
Math Teacher
Taught courses in Algebra I & II,Geometry, and Pre-Calculus to junior high (grades 7 – 8) through high school students (grades 9 -12).
Prepared and presented lessons to students on standard math concepts.
Used specialized materialsfor learningenrichmentand enforcement of math concepts.
Planned,coordinated and participated in special math events involvingstudents,teachers and community officialswithin the school
district.
Provided math instruction for PSAT/SAT/ACT tutoring to privatestudents attending public and privateschoolsthrough community and
civic associations.
UnitedStates Air Force,El Segundo,CA, January 1988 – December1992
Education
PrincetonMathematical Institute – Certificate of CompletioninAbstractandAppliedMathematics.
UnitedStates Air Force CertifiedAcquisitionProfessional –Level I
NewJerseyInstitute of Technology,Newark,NJ, - MS Degree inAppliedMathematics
Rutgers University,Newark,NJ - Bachelorof Arts Degree - Mathematics
Technical Skills
MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Gmail, Proprietary Software, Graphics and Web Design Applications, Video Production, Internet
Research, Internet Marketing (article and video), Twitter, Facebook, FTP, and C-Panel.