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James Bohannon, Excellence in Beginning Teaching
Philosophy of Teaching
Upon acceptance of my current position as a technology teacher, I would soon be informed that not only will I be receiving a new classroom, but also embarking upon a curriculum that is new to our campus. As I walked into that classroom in early August, I caught sight of fifteen Lego robots and their accompanying five-hundred or so seemingly miniature parts and pieces. As I attempted to sort through what seemed to be an endless collection of small plastic pieces, I knew my journey as a teacher had begun.
In the technologically driven society that we live in, it is vital to provide young minds a place to gather the resources and skills necessary to aide in their success. As a first year teacher, I have come to realize that conveying new concepts is only a portion of what the educational experience can entail. In my pursuit to reinforce to my students the necessity of technology to their academic and personal success, they have shown remarkable enthusiasm and in doing so have made teaching not only enjoyable but exciting. Their uninhibited minds provide new thoughts and ideas on ways to expand and enhance the learning of their classmates and those who will follow in their foot steps. In addition to facilitating and providing the opportunity for these thoughts and ideas, it is not only my intent, but my responsibility to proactively pass on this knowledge and communicate the new ideas I encounter as a teacher. Imparting this information gained from student interaction will undoubtedly serve as the catalyst to the success of my students in the current class and those who will follow them.
At times, I have felt as though I am a facilitator of an endless supply of cutting-edge information that I gain from conducting a technology classroom every day. So, as my journey into teaching proceeds, I continue to sort through the little plastic parts, knowing that my students, like those parts, need to be constructed from the ground up to achieve what I know they are capable of achieving.
Educational / Professional Background
Professional Profile
- Exceedingly dedicated to enthusiastic and dynamic teaching as a means of creating and nurturing a lifelong love of knowledge in children.
Education, Honors and Certifications
- 2003 B.A. Business Administration; Texas State University — San Marcos
Key Qualifications & Awards
- 2009-2010 Beginning Teacher of the Year — Hendrick Middle School
- Employee of the Year & Outstanding Performance Award (2003, UPS)
- FREEMAN Family Spirit Award (2003, The FREEMAN Companies)
- Current member of ATPE-(Association of Texas Professional Educators)
Teacher Certifications — State of Texas
- Technology Applications 6- 12
- Social Studies 4-8
- Physical Education EC-12
- Generalist 4-8
Employment
2009 — Present; Hendrick Middle School; Computer Applications Manufacturing Technology Teacher
- Empower each student with the ability to utilize their cognitive, emotional, verbal and social potential to the fullest extent.
- Implementing technology curriculum that facilitates higher order problem solving to assure student’s future success in real world applications.
- To guide students with the integration of technology into instruction by promoting computer technology in the school in an appropriate, efficient and effective manner.
2008 — 2009; Hendrick Middle School ; Special Education Assistant
- Supported the implementation and evaluation of the special education program while monitoring and documenting student progress as directed by the special education teachers.
- Assisting in administering proactive strategies with students and applying various techniques for specific students as needed.
2007 — 2008; Challenger Freight Systems, Grapevine, Texas; Logistics Coordinator
- Managed inbound and outbound freight of full truck load shipments for between 8-12 company drivers.
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment Inventory for FTL shipments which included but was not limited to: Pads, Straps, Load Bars, walk boards on a company-wide level.
- Point of contact for sales department on client truckload quotations and tracking.
2006 — 2007; Graybar Electric, Fort Worth, Texas; Project Specialist
- Coordinating outgoing and incoming shipments to job sites and electrical contractor’s facilities locally.
- Maintaining client relations while ordering and adjusting material changes while keeping the customer updated on a daily basis.
2003 — 2006; The FREEMAN Companies, Dallas, Texas; Assistant Traffic / Warehouse Manager
- Coordinating outgoing and incoming shipments to trade shows domestically and internationally.
- Maintaining client inventory for portable booths department while overseeing I & D of carpenters involved in check in/check out procedures.
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