DAVID J.W.

TAYLOR 102 West Main Street

djt5173@gmail.com Apartment #201
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(814) 596-2535 http://taylor-plp.weebly.com/ Smethport, PA 16749

PROFESSIONAL To merge a masters degree in education, teaching experience, bachelors degree in

GOAL: engineering, and 3+ years of engineering experience into a full-time teaching position
with a unique capability to integrate STEM/STEAM principles.

EDUCATION: M.S. in Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum, 2016 GPA: 4.00/4.00

Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA
B.S. in Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering, 2013 GPA: 3.84/4.00
The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA

CERTIFICATIONS: PA Grades PK-4 (2825)

PA Grades 5-6 (2826)
PA Mathematics 7-12 (6800)

TEACHING Reading and Social Studies, Port Allegany Elementary School 9/5/2016 12/9/2016
EXPERIENCE: Student Teaching Capstone,3 Grade Port Allegany, PA
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Utilized backwards design principles to build comprehensive social studies units on

Geography and Civics and Government aligned with PA Common Core State Standards
Developed and delivered all lessons, incorporating accommodations necessary for individual
students and adhering to district guidelines such as the use of Journeys reading series
Managed all aspects of the classroom, such as grading, record-keeping, physical layout, etc.
Created authentic formative and summative cross-curricular assessment that integrated
student self-assessment through the use of Social Studies Journals
Actively participated in grade-level meetings to discuss both individual student performance
and overall class performance
Generated and implemented behavior management system focused on positivity and respect
Sought out opportunities for professional development such as in-service trainings,
observations of IEP meetings, and observations of other teachers and grade levels

David keeps students engaged using a variety of tools and media. He has established a safe
learning environment in which students respect him and vice versa. David is excited about
teaching, and students feed off of his excitement. He makes expectations clear and does
extremely well in reflecting on his teaching. David continues to seek out ways to become a
better educator. It was a pleasure to work with him.
- Cassandra Howard, 3rd Grade Cooperating Teacher

Math Methods and Content, Smethport Area Elementary School Spring 2016
Pre-Student Teaching, 2nd Grade Smethport, PA
Created and implemented math lessons and learning activities
Designed and administered formative and summative math assessments
Maintained close communication with cooperating teacher and course supervisor to ensure
lessons and assessments were appropriate and well-aligned
Over 30 hours of pre-student teaching experience
David included all students in his lessons and encouraged participation from all of the boys and
girls in our classroom. He used a variety of classroom management strategies in his teaching.
Katie Dart, 2nd Grade Cooperating Teacher
DAVID J.W. TAYLOR djt5173@gmail.com (814) 596-2535

TEACHING Early Literacy Methods, Smethport Area Elementary School Spring 2016
EXPERIENCE: Pre-Student Teaching, 3 Grade Smethport, PA
rd

Created and implemented literacy lessons and learning activities

Designed and administered formative and summative literacy assessments
Communicated closely with cooperating teacher and course supervisor to ensure lessons and
assessments were appropriate and well-aligned
Over 37 hours of pre-student teaching experience

He was prepared to teach each day. He was willing to take on more lessons and activities than
what was required of him. He was always positive and professional.
Shanna Riekofsky, 3rd Grade Cooperating Teacher

David has demonstrated the attributes necessary to be a successful teacher. He has created engaging lessons to
meet the diverse needs of students while meeting the planned lesson objectives and learning standards. David is
very organized and has a lot of great ideas for engaging students. David Taylor is a high quality candidate.
Renee Funke, Drexel University Supervisor

ENGINEERING LabelPack Automation, Bradford, PA 05/13 Present

EXPERIENCE: Product Design Engineer
Develop solutions for highly customized, heavy duty labeling and packaging applications
Design 3D assemblies and parts using Autodesk Inventor Professional
Generate 2D technical drawings for manufacturing
Create, manage, and improve engineering drawings, bills of materials, product mock-up
illustrations, and other documentation
Connect with customers to understand the nature and requirements of their application
Communicate with machinists to more effectively design for machining and assembly
Manage the quoting process for all custom and standard manufactured equipment
Developed a permanent solution from the ground up to restructure the companys
organizational hierarchy for saving part drawings and models, which addressed several issues
regarding missing and incorrect parts during final assembly
Fabricated multiple machine parts using a mill and lathe for use in final assembly
Dow AgroSciences, Indianapolis, IN 05/12 08/12
Supply Chain Improvement Specialist
Created Crop Plan Assessment Models utilized in assessing risk in several multi-million
dollar decisions through math modeling
Identified inventory tracking options for raw materials, resulting in a simple pilot study that
would lead to a potential reduced cost net present value of $528,000 over 5 years
Gathered information and designed Value Stream Maps for multiple crops, identifying 328
instances of inefficient shipments, leading to the creation of further Six Sigma projects
General Electric Energy Storage, Schenectady, NY 05/11 08/11
Mechanical Packaging Intern
Utilized 3D CAD software to redesign a blower assembly to meet required specifications
Worked closely with both sourcing and suppliers to supervise prototype fabrication
Mentored fellow intern in part design, submittal to sourcing, and communication with
supplier