Evan Andrew Ayers MIDDLE/SECONDARY MATHEMATICS EDUCATOR 760 W Berkley Rd., Indianapolis, IN, 46208 (636) 221-0040
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EDUCATION
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Butler University, May 2019, Indianapolis, IN
Student Teaching
Bachelor of Science in Middle/Secondary Education Mathematics Content Major Cumulative GPA: 3.7/4.0
ACADEMIC HONORS Designated Scholar in Education Order of Omega Charles E. Thoele Scholar Eliza A. Blaker Scholar
WORK EXPERIENCE Mathnasium, Zionsville, IN
Lead Instructor, January 2018-December 2018
Tutored students ages 5-18 in Mathematics Implemented and modified Mathnasium curriculum for diverse learners Analyzed student assessment data and led parent meetings to discuss student progress
Keshet: Special Needs, Extraordinary Opportunities Skokie, IL Inclusion Aide, May 2017-August 2017
Built rapport with early adolescents with special needs to create an inclusive camp environment Helped a 12-year-old child with autism attend an overnight camp, his first time away from home
CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT Butler Talks Podcast
Project Manager, January 2018-July 2018
Managed a team of 20 current and aspiring professionals in highlighting stories from hidden figures in the Butler community Presented on implementing constructivism in undergraduate education at Butler University's Annual Celebration of Innovations in Teaching
Sigma Nu Fraternity
New Member Educator, January 2017-May 2017
Provided new members with foundational knowledge on Sigma Nu history, leadership values, ethics, and teamwork Facilitated small and large group conversations on toxic masculinity and its effects on our chapter and all men
Pledge Class Philanthropy Chair, January 2016-May 2016 Led pledge class to 100% participation in all chapter philanthropy events
Intercollegiate YMCA
Executive Board Member, September 2015-August 2016
Planned and attended an alternative break trip, improving the living spaces for children in an orphanage Provided service trip opportunities to New York and New Orleans for students of several Midwestern universities Administered several YMCA social media accounts
@EvanAyers7
Zionsville West Middle School Whitestown, IN, March 2019-May 2019
Taught 6th grade mathematics full-time, engaging diverse learners in differentiated learning activities Taught developmentally appropriate lessons to high-ability 5th and 6th grade students, aligning content to 7th grade mathematics standards
Pike High School Indianapolis, IN, January 2019-March 2019
Taught Algebra I full-time, ensuring differentiated and developmentally appropriate instruction for diverse learning needs Implemented backwards planning to develop inquiry based lessons and units
Intensive Field Experiences
Pike High School Indianapolis, IN, August 2019-December 2019
Co-taught Algebra I twice a week, building a rapport with students and adjusting freshmen to high school through positive relationships
Northview Middle School Indianapolis, IN, January 2018-April 2018 Studied and implemented age-appropriate methodology, developing a personal philosophy regarding classroom management in a middle school setting
North Central High School Indianapolis, IN, September 2017-December 2017
Co-taught and tutored ENL Algebra II students, using comprehensible input and scaffolding to develop contentarea literacy
IPS School #60 Indianapolis, IN, January 2017-April 2017
Mastered understanding by design and backwards planning through preparing weekly lessons for a small group of 5th grade math students
Shortridge High School Indianapolis, IN, January 2017-April 2017
Conducted research on developmentally appropriate conditions for adolescent learning Crafted a week-long, inquiry-based, immersive learning experience for International Baccalaureate students in several of Indianapolis' museums and parks
CERTIFICATIONS Indiana Instructional REPA 5-12 Math Initial Practitioner (Expected May 2019) TEA Out-of-State One-Year Certificate (Expected June 2019) Red Cross CPR/AED Certified