Jason D.

Middleton
59100 Annah Dr. New Hudson, MI. 48165 (248) 974-8399 middleton.jasond@gmail.com www.jasondmiddleton.weebly.com

Objective: To obtain a full time teaching position in secondary Mathematics education. In addition to teaching; be involved in extracurricular activities such as football and baseball. Qualifications: Highly Qualified Secondary Mathematics (EX) 6-12 Education: Michigan State University Full Year Intern Teacher Program 12 Graduate Credits Michigan State University Bachelor of Arts Degree o Mathematics Major/Biology Minor South Lyon High School South Lyon, MI Teaching Experience: South Lyon East High School, South Lyon, MI April 2013 present Long Term Substitute Teacher o Algebra 2, Functions, Statistics & Trigonometry, Data Analysis o Took over everyday classroom operations that included instruction, grading and lesson planning. o Attended department and staff meetings. o Administered final exams at the conclusion of the year. Walled Lake Western High School, Walled Lake, MI Fall 2012 Spring 2013 Intern Teaching Experience o Algebra 1, Geometry, and Geometry Essentials o Designed tasks of high cognitive demand using district pacing guides, Holt text and website, and Common Core Standards. o Implemented the flipped classroom teaching model. o Maintained a class webpage and online grade book using Skyward o Continually reflected on my lessons through the use of videos, student work and mentor feedback. o Implemented classroom management strategies to provide a safe and engaging classroom. Other Experience o International Baccalaureate Program Aligned curriculum vertically Linked IB with Common Core Standards Trained/worked in IB Philosophy Designed and implemented authentic assessment Developed IB unit plan structure and instruction o Attended various non-required professional development sessions that addressed Common Core, IB, and the Middle Years Program (MYP)
Fall 2012 Spring 2013 Issued June 2013

Fall 2007 Spring 2012

Spring 2007

Teaching Experience - continued: Holt High School, Holt, MI Fall 2010 Spring 2013 Four hours per week each semester in Algebra 1 and Algebra 2 Observed classroom instruction by cooperating teacher Planned and taught lessons as the head instructor Assisted students during class as an aide to further their success in math Judged Algebra 2 oral final exams as a volunteer in the spring and winter semesters Dwight Rich Middle School, Lansing, MI Observed and tutored in a science and engineering class two hours per week.
Fall 2009

Refugee Development Center, Lansing, MI Spring 2008 Two hours per week with students who possessed limited English communication skills Tutored students after school hours in math and other academic areas such as writing and history. Teaching Related Experience: Private Tutor Fall 2011 - present Assisted students to become successful in their math programs Worked with students to develop math confidence and improve problem solving skills. Provided knowledge to students with a broad range of mathematics: o High School Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Pre-Calculus o University College Algebra and Trigonometry, Calculus I, Applied Calculus Assistant Varsity Football Coach June 2012 - present Walled Lake Western High School, Walled Lake, MI Educated players on basic skills and schemes while communicating with other coaches during practice Communicated with the defensive coaching staff from the press box on game days Participated in weekend film sessions with coaches and players and supervised the weight room Educational Leadership Experience: Research Oakland Schools Common Core Curriculum Project Fall 2012 Spring 2013 o Coordinated with cooperating teacher who reported back to Oakland Schools with data o Implemented exploratory lessons of high cognitive demand in a geometry class Michigan State University College of Education Spring 2013 o Beginning Teachers and the Management of the Conflicting Intentions of Practice o Analyzed decisions made by the teacher during instruction. Reflected on decisions immediately following observation Campus Tour Guide Dec. 2009 May 2013 Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI Showed the campus to interested students from around the state and mid-west. Informed students and parents about Michigan State University history. Provided them with pointers regarding college preparation and successful habits in college. Answered questions related to college and the transition from high school Usher Staff Supervisor Sept. 2008 May 2012 Breslin Student Event Center, East Lansing, MI Managed and assisted ushers during events and reported back to directors post-event Addressed patrons concerns for all events