This document is a resume for Jeffrey A. Floyd, who is a science and social studies teacher for grades 4-9. He has over 10 years of experience as a teacher and coach, including currently teaching social studies at Hope East Academy in Collinwood, Ohio. He has a bachelor's degree in middle childhood education from Bowling Green State University and an Ohio teaching certification in science and social studies. His experience also includes substitute teaching, student teaching, and volunteer tutoring. He is an assistant hockey and softball coach as well.
1. Jeffrey A. Floyd
6923 Chairman’s Court Mentor, OH 44060 (440) 840-0789 floydjeff27@yahoo.com
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Student-Focused Science and Social Studies Teacher (grades 4 -9)
Profile ________________________________________________________________________
Dedicated, enthusiastic educator with a commitment to student development and the learning experience. Active
team member who effectively collaborates with colleagues and administration in facilitating each child’s social and
intellectual growth in a positive, supportive environment. Possess outstanding communication skills with a caring
and diplomatic manner. Strong ability to present information in a variety of ways, emphasizing relevance of class
material to the world beyond the classroom, while keeping learning fun.
Areas of Experience______________________________________________________________
Student Motivation
Interactive Learning
Technology Integration
Thematic Units
Current Events
Group Learning
Student Assessment
Collaboration
Interdisciplinary lesson plans
Education & Certifications ________________________________________________________
BOWLING GREEN STATE UNIVERSITY – Bowling Green, Ohio
Bachelor of Science of Education, Middle Childhood Education, 2009
Concentration Areas: Science and Social Studies Cumulative GPA: 3.45
OHIO TEACHING CERTIFICATION – License #: OH3080256
Science and Social Studies
Principals of Learning and Teaching (5-9)
Teaching Experience ____________________________________________________________
HOPE EAST ACADEMY-COLLLINWOOD, OHIO
Social Studies Instructor, 2012-Present
4-8 social studies instructor, August 2013- Present
Developed age appropriate lesson plans that were both intellectually challenging, and educationally
rewarding.
Implemented project based learning along with Marzano’s grading scales to accurately monitor
student progress throughout the school year.
Built rapport and professional relationships with students to become familiar with their
backgrounds and individual learning needs.
Maintained regular contact with parents, updating them with student progress and behaviors.
Earned a skilled evaluation status under OTES guidelines.
MENTOR EXEMPT VILLAGE/WILLOUGHBY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Substitute Teacher, 2009 - 2012
Building substituteat Mentor Ridge Middle School, February 2011 – May 2011
Specially selected to evaluate, analyze and provide recommendation on areas of improvement for the OAA
practice tests to help guarantee optimal achievement in the school district
Contribute to daily learning of students by teaching lessons provided by everyday teacher
placed on the ‘preferred substitute’ list based on my strong working relationship with faculty
Throughout Mentor Schools.
2. Jeffrey A. Floyd
6923 Chairman’s Court Mentor, OH 44060 (440) 840-0789 floydjeff27@yahoo.com
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Student Teacher, Spring 2009- Luckey Elementary School – Luckey, Ohio
Developed a unit on sound and light that involved experiments, assessments, and demonstrations aligned with
the Ohio Academic Content Standards in Science
Collaborated with classroom teacher to create a fourth grade economics unit that contained learning
expectations, lesson objectives, group activities, and assessments that aligned with the Ohio Academic Content
Standards in Social Studies
Built rapport and professional relationships with students to become familiar with their backgrounds and
individual learning needs.
LUCKEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - Luckey, Ohio
Professional Methods Development Program, Fall 2008
Developed and taught a 10-day unit in both Science and Social Studies, incorporating handouts and
assessments that addressed various learning styles
Collaborated with other team teachers to create interdisciplinary lesson plans
Established rapport with school faculty, including principal
BOWLING GREEN JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL – Bowling Green, Ohio
Help a Child Tutor, Spring 2007
Planned and implemented creative projects, assignments and assessments of growth for seventh grade students
Collaborated with the classroom teacher to determine ways for assessing individual student’s needs
KENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL – Bowling Green, Ohio
Literacy Serve and Learn Tutor, Fall 2005
Provided small-group tutoring to help improve low proficiency scores for students in grades four through six
Interacted with a diverse group of students in a positive learning environment
Planned and implemented reading and writing activities to adapt to individual’s academic needs and interests
Related & Volunteer Experience ____________________________________________________
MENTOR HIGH SCHOOL – Mentor, Ohio
Varsity Assistant Hockey Coach, September 2011 - Present
Actively participate in all phases of training, coaching, and preparation of Varsity and JV hockey teams
Observe and evaluate opposing teams in preparation for games
Reinforce teamwork, cooperation, collaboration, and problem-solving to student athletes
Provide constant feedback and positive reinforcement to keep student athletes motivated, on and off the ice
Collaborated with colleagues, parents, and administration to resolve disciplinary issues
CITY OF MENTOR RECREATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE – Mentor, Ohio
Pee Wee and Bantam Hockey Coach, October 2004 - Present
Create practice activities that promotethe improvement of physical, cognitive, and collaborative skills, while
providing basic instruction on hockey fundamentals
Helped coach team to an undefeated season, including city and district championships in 2005.
CITY OF MENTOR RECREATIONAL SOFTBALL LEAGUE – Mentor, Ohio
Assistant Coach, September 2011 - Present
Provide basic skills and instruction on the fundamentals of softball, while developing rapport with players and
parents to help foster an active, healthy, and fun learning environment
Additional Experience ____________________________________________________________
CITY OF MENTOR PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT – Mentor, Ohio
Ball field grounds crew, Summers 2005 – Present
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING
CERTIFICATION IN CPR/AED/ FIRST AID – Lakeland Community College
SLAVERY IN AMERICA – Continuing Education Course - Fresno Pacific University