Jack Cordray
Gulfport,MS
Summary
Dynamic High School Science Teacher with a proven track record at Gulfport School District, enhancing student mastery in sciences through innovative lab-based learning and project-based activities. Skilled in Classroom Management and Earth Science, I've significantly boosted STEM interest and participation. Excelling in educational leadership and parent communication, I foster inclusive and engaging learning environments.
ACT certified in Math, Reading and Science.
Certified by the College Board for AP Chemistry.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Science Teacher
Gulfport School District
08.2011 - Current
- Developed and administered detailed science curriculum to over 350 high school students.
- Taught science courses using lab-based learning model to deepen subject mastery.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Designed innovative science curricula to engage students and promote critical thinking.
- Provided individualized feedback to support student learning and development.
- Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
- Supported student comprehension of scientific principles through individualized instruction.
- Used exams and standardized assessment tools to measure student progress.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
- Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Assisted in development of college and career readiness programs.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
High School Science Teacher
Hancock County Schools
08.2007 - 06.2011
- Taught science courses using lab-based learning model to deepen subject mastery.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.
- Designed innovative science curricula to engage students and promote critical thinking.
- Provided individualized feedback to support student learning and development.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
- Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Used exams and standardized assessment tools to measure student progress.
- Supported student comprehension of scientific principles through individualized instruction.
- Collaborated with other teachers to integrate science into other curricula.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
- Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MSMaster of Science - Secondary Education
William Carey University
Hattiesburg, MSSkills
- Parent Communication
- Earth science
- Common Core Standards
- Licensed in MS
- Group leadership
- Project-based learning
- Educational leadership
- Classroom Management
- Background in ACT
- Chemistry knowledge AP Chemistry
Timeline
High School Science Teacher
Gulfport School District
08.2011 - Current
High School Science Teacher
Hancock County Schools
08.2007 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
University of Southern Mississippi
Master of Science - Secondary Education
William Carey University
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