Kenneth Spohn is an experienced AP Statistics and IB Mathematics teacher seeking a position as a data scientist. He has taught AP Statistics for 10 years and built the program at his school from scratch to include 70+ students annually. Spohn also has experience applying statistical expertise to increase efficiency and fundraising collections in his previous role at a nonprofit organization, where he increased profits by 7-10% over competing regions. He holds a BS in Science with an emphasis in Mathematics and Applied Statistics from Penn State University and has taken various relevant coursework.

1. Kenneth R. Spohn
2949 NW 120th
Way, Sunrise, FL 33323
kenneth.spohn@browardschools.com
Personal Statement
As a seasoned AP® Statistics and IB Mathematics teacher, I’m always looking for the opportunity
to learn and grow. I’ve attended many CollegeBoard workshops and have thoroughly enjoyed
honing my skills. In addition, I’ve used my statical expertise in past positions to increase
efficiency and productivity, and to troubleshoot and resolve errors and obstacles. Given my
experience and development as an AP® Statistics teacher, and my application of Statistics and
Mathematics to increase productivity and collections in a variety of industries, I feel I’m ready to
continue to apply my Statistical and Mathematical knowledge as a full-time Data Scientist.
Experience
Broward County Schools – Plantation High School June 2006 – Present
Math Teacher Plantation, FL
 Began Plantation High’s AP® Statistics program my first year teaching (2006)
 10 years teaching AP® Statistics
 Built program from scratch to a solid program of 70+ students per year
 Plantation High is an urban school with a diverse population – hence, our AP® Statistics
program reaches a diverse group of students
 Have taught virtually every high school math course offered (including AP® Calculus BC
and AP® Computer Science Principals)
 Have also taught IB Mathematics Higher Level which incorporates advanced statistical
concepts in the curriculum
STA, Inc. (Charitable & Non-Profit Fundrasing) May 1994 – June 2006
Regional Director / Statistical and Data Analytics Davie, FL
 Applied my statistics and mathematical background to analyzes demographics and target
our fundraising efforts
 Increases fundraising collections by 300% over the competing regions in our company
 Increased profitability by an average of 7-10% over competing regions
 Applying analytics, I was able to increase collections in our region from an average of
$3.2 million to slightly over $5 million per year.
Education
The Pennsylvania State University May 1995
University Park, PA
BS in Science
Emphasis in Mathematics and Applied Statistics
Relevant Coursework
Statistical Analysis Calculus I
Applied Statistics in Science Calculus II
Experimental Methods Calculus III (Diff. Eqs.)
Probability Calculus of Several Variables
Applied Non-Parametric Statistics Matrix & Linear Algebra
Applied Regression Analysis Intermediate Applied Statistics
Statistical Packages (1-credit course on statistical software packages)