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Jacob Richardson

Salisbury

Summary

Professional educator with strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment that encourages student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Grade 10 English Teacher

Wicomico County Public Schools
08.2019 - Current
  • Develops and implements creative, dynamic and collaborative lesson plans in a grade 10 English classroom setting
  • Works with co-teachers to adapt daily and weekly classroom regimen to various educational levels and needs
  • Prepares and implements lesson plans covering required course topics and adapts those plans to a changing curriculum
  • Assesses student progress and provides feedback to improve performance and establish academic success
  • Utilizes multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways
  • Implements a variety of classroom management skills and techniques
  • Quickly analyze, interprets and meet the needs of individuals in order to foster success in and outside the classroom
  • Builds positive & professional relationships with students, parents/guardians and staff members
  • Works on professional learning committee to collaboratively create cohesive unit plans
  • Spent one semester as stage manager for student production
  • X2

Server

Roadie Joe's Bar And Grill
06.2023 - Current
  • Serves food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Cultivates warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Collaborates with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Performs opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
  • Works with TOAST POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items
  • Addresses customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
  • Maintains clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards
  • Increases sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions
  • Adheres to proper food handling procedures and safety guidelines for the well-being of guests and team members alike
  • Trains new staff on menu knowledge and service protocols, raising team's overall performance
  • Utilizes knowledge of menu to make recommendations, enhancing customer dining experience.
  • Assists in planning and execution of special events, contributing to restaurant's reputation for hosting.


Grade 8 English Teacher

Dorchester County Public Schools
08.2018 - 06.2019
  • Creative and collaborative lesson planning and delivery in a grade 8 setting
  • Co-Teaching Experience
  • Build positive & professional relationships with students, parents/guardians and staff members of my school
  • Implement a variety of classroom management skills and techniques
  • Quickly analyze, interpret and meet the needs of individuals in order to foster success in and outside the classroom
  • PowerSchool

Server

Ruby Tuesdays Restaurant
01.2017 - 03.2018
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
  • Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
  • Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
  • Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Implemented effective communication strategies between front-of-house and back-of-house staff for streamlined operations.
  • Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations.

Education

Masters - educational leadership

Salisbury University
Salisbury, Maryland
05.2025

Bachelor's Degree - secondary education and English

Salisbury University
Salisbury, Maryland
05.2018

Skills

  • Ability to meet the needs of individuals by adapting language, instruction and classroom activities to various learning levels and IEPs
  • Ability to analyze, interpret and utilize data
  • Excellent professional communication skills between students, parents, co-workers and administrators
  • Fluent in StudySync online textbook program
  • Advanced in Google Classroom and Google Drive
  • Advanced in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Highly effective classroom management
  • Highly effective lesson planning with a focus on adapting lessons to different classrooms with different skill levels
  • Working with a professional team to problem solve and create a cohesive plan for standard based skill-building
  • Excels at creating and maintaining professional relationships
  • Ability to utilize and apply critical thinking both inside and outside of the classroom
  • Excellent time management skills

Accomplishments

  • 2022 Wicomico County Teacher of the Year Nominee
  • 2024 Wicomico County Teacher of the Year Nominee
  • Adapted curriculum to new requirements

Certification

  • Licensed Secondary English Teacher - 2018 - Present

Timeline

Server

Roadie Joe's Bar And Grill
06.2023 - Current

Grade 10 English Teacher

Wicomico County Public Schools
08.2019 - Current

Grade 8 English Teacher

Dorchester County Public Schools
08.2018 - 06.2019

Server

Ruby Tuesdays Restaurant
01.2017 - 03.2018

Masters - educational leadership

Salisbury University

Bachelor's Degree - secondary education and English

Salisbury University

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