John Anderton

janderto@butler.edu
2771 Gibson Drive, Rocky River, OH 44116
(216) 224-8626

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Education May 2018
Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics
Butler University, Indianapolis, IN
Minor: Spanish GPA 3.74/4.0
Honors: National Society of Collegiate Scholars, Kappa Delta Pi International Honor Society in Education

Coursework Included: Calculus & Analytic Geometry 3, Linear Algebra, Concepts of Education, Developmental
Theory and Application in Education, Content Area Literacy in Middle-Secondary Curriculum, Methods for
Teaching Multilingual Learners, Content Specific Secondary Methods

Diploma with Honors June 2014

Rocky River High School, Rocky River, OH
GPA 4.6/4.0
Honors: Buckeye Boys State, Spanish National Honor Society, Pirate Pride Award, AP Scholar, National Merit
Commended Student

Coursework Included: AP Calculus BC, Honors Algebra 2, Honors Pre-Calculus, AP Physics B, Honors
Geometry

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Student Teacher, Middle School Math February 2014 June 2014
Rocky River Middle School, Rocky River, OH
Collaborated with another teacher to provide academic support to students with difficulty learning
Created a safe learning environment where failure was accepted so that students would feel comfortable
Participated in after-school instruction to observe a variety of different students and learning strategies
Promoted a positive experience by rewarding students for hard work and encouraging them to do their
best

Student Teacher, Secondary School Math May 2014 June 2014

Olmsted Falls High School, Olmsted Falls, OH
Implemented activities and lessons to an inclusion class to encourage learning and growth
Assisted instructor in organizing for the day by planning lessons and obtaining materials
Connected positively with the students by actively engaging them with the lesson and during group work
Evaluated my current teaching ability in order to improve my skills and become a better instructor and
leader

Private Tutor, Mathematics September 2015 - Present

The Educational Advantage, Carmel, IN
Personally engaged students to create interest in their work to build an interest in mathematics
Motivated learners to succeed by providing positive feedback towards their progress
Encouraged a positive experience with mathematics by building student confidence and promoting real
life applications of course material
Volunteer, Primary/Middle School June 2016 July 2016
Horizons at St. Richards, Indianapolis, IN
Implemented strategies to encourage students to succeed and collaborate with their peers
Maintained a positive classroom attitude by setting goals to facilitate a safe environment
Collaborated with teachers in presenting material and leading discussions

Intern, MInt Program September 2016 December 2016

Butler University, Indianapolis, IN
Gained experience in communicating mathematics by working directly with a course instructor
Participated in a weekly seminar for professional development with other interns
Designed curriculum and graded assessments to obtain an understanding of the work of a professor

Assistant Teacher, Middle School Mathematics June 2017 July 2017

Horizons at St., Richards, Indianapolis, IN
Assisted the lead teacher in designing math curriculum and implementing lessons
Improved my professional teaching skills by participating in an evaluation of my work
Collaborated with other teachers to create a love of learning in students

Research Assistant, Math Research Camp August 2017 August 2017

Butler University, Indianapolis, IN
Explored mathematical research questions to discover interesting topics in all mathematical fields
Coordinated with a professor in studying a research question and exploring possible methods of solution
Developed my knowledge of current math topics by viewing others research presentations

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
Kappa Delta Pi, International Honor Society in Education March 2015 Present
Demonstrated strong leadership, scholarship, and global citizenship as an educator and a student

Mathematical Association of America, Member September 2015 - Present

Kappa Mu Epsilon, National Mathematics Honor Society August 2017 Present

Demonstrated high achievement in mathematics classes as well as within my undergraduate class

National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, Student Member September 2017 Present