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JOSHUA L. DAVIS III 459 N. Grove St, East Orange, NJ 07017201-396-2569 (cell)mailto: [email protected]
19 June 2015
To Whom It May Concern
The opportunity to serve as a math instructor is a position that I am qualified for and would be eager to undertake.
I am certain that my experience reflects the type of candidate for which you are seeking to hire at this time. As a mathematics teacher who has many years of experience, I have demonstrated that I am an innovative educator who always searches for ways to incorporate researched based best practices into my instruction which includes developing blended learning curriculum, project based learning, daily re-looping, reciprocal peer tutoring and other proven researched based methods.
Please visit my video resume teaching sites to observe my teaching style and how I design and implement a blended website. You will observe that I utilize a Socratic method of instruction that not only develops the students into creative, imaginative, and independent thinkers, but also helps them to think deeply about the essential concepts that are the building blocks of higher level math, engineering, science and mathematical physics.
These sites demonstrate that I not only have a mastery of pedagogical methods, but that I also communicate mathematical concepts in a way that anyone can understand.
1. http://www.joshuadavisteachescalculus.org
2. http://www.mystudentlink.net/notes
I am confident that my instructional experience, negotiation skills, proven managerial and organizational skills that I demonstrated as an Air Force officer and my ability to teach and train students of all levels as a math instructor is evidence that I am the type of candidate that your institution can utilize to assist it with meeting and fulfilling its goals and objectives.
Thank you for taking the time to review my resume.
Sincerely,
Joshua L. Davis IIILicensed Teacher of MathematicsCaptain, United States Air Force (Retired), Certified Acquisition Professional – Level I
Joshua L. Davis IIICell: 201-396-2569 * 459 N Grove St, East Orange, NJ 07017 * Email: [email protected]
Summary Of Qualifications
Subject Matter Expert in Mathematics, Education and Applied Technologies
Extensive mathematical teaching, instruction and tutoring experience in academia, civilian and government settings from junior high school through post graduate levels.
Knowledge of Applied Mathematics in industry settings. Algebra I & II, Geometry, Calculus, Differential Equations, Binary Digits, Number Basics, Hexadecimal Systems, Zone Tools, 3D Spatial Orientation, Perspective Drawings, and Quantitative Analysis.
Experienced with the Air Force Satellite Control Network’s (AFSCN) Acquisition Management Process for the entire life cycle which includes requirements definition, development of testing specifications for software and hardware, system analysis and international government negotiations.
Strong planning and communication skills.
Leadership Profile
Excellent relationship builder with students and faculty. Who’s Who in American High School Teachers nominee and recipient of certificate from the Future Education Club of USA.
Attains results through goal-oriented teams in limited resource environments. Lead individuals and groups of divergent positions toward a common resolution.
Achievements
Challenge: To meet launch date deadline for first SKYNET satellite.
Results: As an Applied Mathematics’ Engineer, I successfully supported the launch of the first SKYNET satellite.
Managed and developed a master development plan to identify the two-to-seven year goals and requirements for the Air Force Satellite Control Network (AFSCN).
Supported the launch of a United Kingdom Military Communications Satellite . Managed and performed Advanced Simulation Analysis for a global network of satellite tracking stations and on orbit support
assessments. Managed a $9.2 million launch critical operation FY’89 project which was placed on contract in four months with no disconnects. Successfully interfaced a $400 million British Military Communicatio0ns Satellite called SKYNET with an Air Force Command and Control
System.
Other Achievements:
Math Fair – Newark Board of Education – 1st Place Winner 2000. Developed a spatial model of commercial buildings using K-KNEX rods to teach applied math in metric and spatial relationships.
Selected to Participate in Princeton Mathematical Institute instructed by Professor Paul Forester from a nationwide pool. Less than 10% of applicants are invited to attend this 150 hour seminar course.
Who’s Who in American High School Teachers in 2004 – 2005. Received Certificate of Appreciation from the Future Education Club of USA, Newark Public Schools in 2004 – 2005. New Jersey Institute of Technology Teaching Scholarship recipient in calculus and applied math.
Instructor, Space Division Educational Program
In addition to the engineering assignment, performed course curriculum development and instruction of several core competency courses in algebra, geometry and pre-calculus for the Officer Preparatory Program.
These courses prepared non-commissioned personnel and gave them the skills required to transition to commission officers. The success rate was 85%. Conducted a Teach the Teacher Seminar. Mentored students on the additional roles and requirements of officers.
Joshua L. Davis III
Cell: 201-396-2569 * 459 N Grove St, East Orange, NJ 07017 * Email: [email protected]
Experience Highlights
Newark Prep Charter School, Newark, NJ, Oct 2014 – present
Math Teacher
Design blended learning algebra curriculum for online and offline assignments. Extensively use Notateit whiteboard software and a SmartBoard for classroom instructions.
(http://www.mystudentlink.net/videos/Please-Enter-My-Classroom-2015/Please-Enter-My-Classroom-2015.htm) Developed instructional website for student review and assessment preparation (http://www.mystudentlink.net/notes).
Director of Applied Success Education Center, Maplewood, NJ, Oct 2012 to November 2014
Tutor, instruct, mentor students from 4th grade through college. Design, develop and produce instructional math and physics videos and instructional websites. Manage the internet marketing division by producing marketing videos and by using PPC advertising.
Glen Ridge Public Schools, Glen Ridge, NJ Sept 2008 – June 2010
Math Teacher
Taught courses in Pre-Algebra, Algebra II, and Pre-Calculus to junior high (grade 8) through high school students (grades 9 12). Built interactive website, using various web development tools such as “90 Second Website Builder” and “Dreamweaver”, for students
to supplement class instruction and produced instructional videos using Camtasia Studio, Pinnacle Studio, Photoshop, and Xara Extreme.
Newark Public Schools, Newark, NJ, Sept 1993 – May 2008
Math Teacher
Taught courses in Algebra I & II, Geometry, and Pre-Calculus to junior high (grades 7 – 8) through high school students (grades 9 -12). Prepared and presented lessons to students on standard math concepts. Used specialized materials for learning enrichment and enforcement of math concepts. Planned, coordinated and participated in special math events involving students, teachers and community officials within the school
district. Provided math instruction for PSAT/SAT/ACT tutoring to private students attending public and private schools through community and
civic associations.
United States Air Force, El Segundo, CA, January 1988 – December 1992
Education
Princeton Mathematical Institute – Certificate of Completion in Abstract and Applied Mathematics. United States Air Force Certified Acquisition Professional – Level I New Jersey Institute of Technology, Newark, NJ, - MS Degree in Applied Mathematics Rutgers University, Newark, NJ - Bachelor of Arts Degree - Mathematics
Technical Skills
MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Gmail, Proprietary Software, Graphics and Web Design Applications, Video Production, Internet Research, Internet Marketing (article and video), Twitter, Facebook, FTP, and C-Panel.
