Qualifications and Activities

EDUCATION
Masters of Science in Secondary Math Education, 2007-2009
Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, PA
Bachelors of Arts in Mathematics/Economics, 2000-2004
Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana, PA

CERTIFICATIONS
Secondary Math (7-12) PRAXIS II, awarded a Certificate of Excellence from ETS. 
Physics (7-12) PRAXIS II

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Teacher, Leechburg Area School District, Leechburg, PA 15656, Fall 2016 - Present
§  Subjects include Math 7, Pre-Algebra. Integrated Math A
§  Students range from 6th through 12th grade
§  Incorporated many technologies such as Promethean Boards, Desmos, Remind101, and Chromebooks into mathematics lessons to increase student engagement and learning outcomes.
§  Utilized a wide range of instructional methods, from inquiry-based group work to direct instruction to investigative pair work, with a goal to reach all types of learners.  Particular focus on hands-on discovery, to engage students in higher level of thinking and engagement.
§  Adapted lessons to meet needs of all students, including differentiated instructional methods such as supplementary instructional materials, one-on-one and small-group tutoring, use of stations to capture different intelligences, and differentiated homework and assignments. 
§  Adhered to students’ individual needs, as outlined in IEPs.  Adapted assessments and assignments to allow students to achieve the objective while respecting student’s individual abilities.
§  Made use of LMS PowerSchool for assessment management and increased parental communication.

Teacher, Woodland Hills School District, Pittsburgh, PA 15218, Fall 2009 - Present
§  Subjects include Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Geometry, Math Workshop,  Alternative Education Mathematics, Honors Physics and Astronomy
§  Students range from 8th through 12th grade
§  Incorporated many technologies such as Promethean Boards, Desmos, Remind101, and iPads into mathematics lessons to increase student engagement and learning outcomes.
§  Utilized a wide range of instructional methods, from inquiry-based group work to direct instruction to investigative pair work, with a goal to reach all types of learners.  Particular focus on hands-on discovery, to engage students in higher level of thinking and engagement.
§  Adapted lessons to meet needs of all students, including differentiated instructional methods such as supplementary instructional materials, one-on-one and small-group tutoring, use of stations to capture different intelligences, and differentiated homework and assignments. 
§  Adhered to students’ individual needs, as outlined in IEPs.  Adapted assessments and assignments to allow students to achieve the objective while respecting student’s individual abilities.
§  Made use of LMS Edline for assessment management and increased parental communication.
§  Made use of LMS Schoology for assessment management and increased parental communication.

Student Teacher, Penn Hills School District, Penn Hills, PA  Spring 2009
§  Subjects included Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry.
§  Extensive use of technology, including Smartboard, TeacherTube, and document cameras.

Teacher, Ramapo-Indian Hills School District, Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417, Fall 2004 – Spring 2006
§  Subjects include Geometry, Algebra II and Fundamentals of Algebra II
§  Students range from 9th through 11th grade
§  Utilized a wide range of instructional methods, from inquiry-based group work to direct instruction to investigative pair work, with a goal to reach all types of learners.  Particular focus on hands-on discovery, to engage students in higher level of thinking and engagement.
§  Adapted lessons to meet needs of all students, including differentiated instructional methods such as supplementary instructional materials, one-on-one and small-group tutoring, use of stations to capture different intelligences, and differentiated homework and assignments. 
§  Adhered to students’ individual needs, as outlined in IEPs.  Adapted assessments and assignments to allow students to achieve the objective while respecting student’s individual abilities.


PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT

§  Presenter at 2013 EdCamp Pittsburgh Conference.  Topic:  “The Importance of Being Silly.”  October 2013

§  Presenter at 2014 EdCamp Pittsburgh Conference. Topic: “Getting The Most From Your Reflective Blog.” April 2014

§  Presenter at Twitter Math Camp 2014. Topic: “180 Blogging: How Your Practice Can Benefit The Most From Daily Reflection.” July 2014

§  Presenter at Twitter Math Camp 2014. Topic: “Number Sense Bootcamp: Middle School Mathematics Games-for-Learning and Games-for-Practice.” July 2014

§  Presenter at Global Math Department. Topic: “A Single Problem: An Unlikely Love Story.” January 2015

§  Presenter at National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Regional Conference, Atlantic City. Topic: “I’m Blogging With The Man In The Mirror.”  October, 2015.

§  Co-organizer for EdCamp Pittsburgh Conference, April 2014, October 2014, April 2015, October 2015, May 2016

§  Co-organizer for Twitter Math Camp, July 2014.

§  Co-organizer for EdCamp-style district-wide inservice for faculty and staff of Woodland Hills School District, February 2016

§  Participant at EdCamp Foundation Organizers Summit, April 2016.

§  Participant at EdCamp Department of Education, July 2016.

§  Moderator of #MSMathChat, a weekly discussion of topics that concern middle school math teachers and improving their practice.

§  Media Appearances:

o   The Values of Genre Fiction with Teacher JustinAion” 90.5 WESA, November 18, 2013
o   Episode 9: Justin Aion (180 Blogging)” Mathed Out Podcast, April 28, 2015
o    “Why Do We Send Kids to School?” Huffington Post, October 8, 2015
o   EdCamps As Professional Development” TeacherJam.org, February 22, 2016
o   EdCamps As Professional Development” TeacherJam.org, February 28, 2016

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