Martha E. Dodson is a hardworking high school mathematics teacher with over 15 years of experience. She has a proven track record of increasing student performance through developing formative assessments and collaborative study groups. She is skilled at influencing and motivating diverse student populations to achieve high standards.

1. Martha E. Dodson
415 Sherwood Dr., Brentwood, CA 94513 (C) 925-437-4311
Summary
Hardworking mathematics teacher adept at building relationships with diverse populations. Embrace and engage changes personally and
professionally. Skilled at influencing and motivating people. Maintain a growth mindset while concurrently able to develop such in others.
Highlights
• Energetic Personality
• Collaborative
• Adaptable
• Natural leader
• Ability to manage multiple projects
• Excellent sales techniques
Skills
• Direct Sales
• Microsoft Office
• Prezi
• Google Docs
Experience
Heritage High School (Brentwood, CA) - Mathematics Teacher 2007 - Current
• 9-12th Geometry and Algebra 2 with an 8% ABC rate increase after one year of teaching new California Standards.
• Develop Formative Assessments for Math Department using results to guide instruction and collaboration in turn increasing
student preparedness for the SBAC; Results of inaugural SBAC show 43% of HHS students met or exceeded standards
compared to California at 29%.
• Require Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and Geometry students to prepare fellow classmates for CAHSEE, STAR, and SBAC by creating
and electronically submitting Power Point presentations of test released questions.
• Organize off campus study groups at the beginning of school year, facilitating outside working relationships among students.
Once routine is established, students organize their own study group for the remainder of the year.
Extra Duties
• Curriculum Council - Oversee approval or denial of new courses, before presenting to site principal and school board.
• Professional Development Team – Collaborate with staff and administration regarding methods to improve teaching strategies
and the learning environment; including embedding a school wide tutorial.
• Los Medanos College High School Teacher Industry Extern - Worked for Shell Refinery and DOW Chemical to gain access to
real world applications. Developed curriculum reflective of the experience that in turn prepared students for SBAC constructed
response questions and develop students for career readiness.
Mathematics Achievement Academy (CSUEB Hayward, CA) – MAA Teacher June 2013 - July 2014
• Provide Mathematics Coaching Consortium (MCC) summer instruction to approximately 25 volunteer high school students.
• Implement the MAA MCC-developed standards-based curriculum to LUHSD students.
• Work collaboratively with MAA staff, including MAA coordinators, site facilitators, and California State University East Bay MAA
mentors.
• Utilize MAA benchmark assessments and adjust instruction based on data improving student’ preparedness for subsequent
coursework.
Antioch High School (Antioch, CA) – Mathematics Teacher August 2005 - June 2007
• Instruct diverse student population of high school students.
• Taught test taking strategies to students in need of passing the CAHSEE.
• Lead after-school tutoring for students in all math levels.
Liberty Union High School District (Brentwood, CA) – Community Service Coordinator June 2001 - August 2003
• Secure and streamline community service opportunities for high school seniors attaining 20 plus hours
• Serve as a liaison between the district, seniors, and community service agencies.
• Contact and follow through with over 100 non-profit agencies needing volunteers.
• Facilitate meetings with Government and U.S. History teachers regarding community service requirements and opportunities.
• Update school board of progress and program changes.
Education
California State University, Hayward, Ca. Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies/Math (Emphasis)
St. Mary’s College, Moraga, Ca. Single Subject Credential- Mathematics