1. DONOVAN SMITH
www.linkedin.com/in/smithdonovan
Ph: 917-721-9657 E-mail: Donovan@latepass.com
EDUCATION
NEW YORK STATE TEACHER CERTIFICATION
 Certified Secondary 7-12 Mathematics Teacher 2004 – Expired in 2009
 Provisional Certified School Attendance Teacher 2009 valid thru 8/31/2014
UNIVERSITY OF ALBANY Sept 90 – Dec 96
MS, May 96, Concentration: Instructional Technology GPA: 3.7 Albany, NY
BA, May 95, Major: Mathematics, Minor: Education
MATHEMATICS COURSES TAUGHT
 Six, Seven & Eight Grade Math Programs • Remedial Math, Math A, Math Regent Prep, Pre-Algebra •
Algebra • Algebra II & Trigonometry • Intro to Geometry • GED Math • Business Math • Adult Basic
Education Math
INSTRUCTIONAL EXPERIENCE
New York City Department of Education (Manhattan & Bronx) Sept 06 – Aug 10
Per Diem Instructional Support Teacher (High School& Middle School) New York, NY
 Execute and deliver prescribed lesson plans, while ensuring the integrity of instructional time, which
motivates students to learn and participate.
 Maintain a discipline and classroom control that fosters a safe and positive environment for all students and
staff in accordance with NYCDOE policies.
 Perform other related duties as assigned by building administrator(s) in accordance with school’s practices.
New York City Department of Education - Baldwin High School Oct 07 – Aug 08
Part-Time College Advisor New York, NY
 Provided one-on-one advising to students (preferably with parents or guardian) in areas of: college
selection, applications, financial aid opportunities and FAFSA completion, and college entrance
examinations. Tracked student’s credits and also progress toward graduation.
New York City Department of Education - Opportunity Charter School Summer 07 & 08
Summer Math Teacher (High School) New York, NY
 Designed lesson plans to assist students with the steps to master basic and abstract math concepts through
implementation of manipulative, modeling and student-centered reflections. Integrated technology
applications into the learning process with computer adaptive software programs.
East Ramapo central School District - Pomona Middle School Mar 05 – Jun 06
8th Grade Technology Teacher (FTE0.8) / 7th Grade ESL Mathematics Teacher (FTE0.2) Pomona, NY
 Created weekly lesson plans aimed to address the New York State Mathematics, Science and Technology
Standards and also the National Education Technology Standards.
 Prepared weekly instructional lesson plans aimed to increase English as Second Language learners’
quantitative development. Model mathematical formulas and differentiated instructions focus on connecting
abstract concept to real world application.
 Administrative duties: assigned one period daily to In-house Suspension Services room.
New York City Department of Education - Crotona Academy Alternative High School Sept 04 – Mar 05
Founding Mathematics Teacher Bronx, NY
 Designed weekly lesson plans aimed to address various learning styles and to increase students’ proficiencies
for the New York State Math A Regent exam.
 Reviewed students’ transcripts to determine appropriate math placement; and, evaluated and assessed
students’ quantitative development.
 Responsible for researching academic supplemental materials and also supporting groups and individual
student academic intervention. Participate in district quarterly math meetings and weekly staff meetings to
ensure compliance.
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2. DONOVAN SMITH
www.linkedin.com/in/smithdonovan
Ph: 917-721-9657 E-mail: Donovan@latepass.com
New York City Department of Education – Middle School PS 89 Sept 99 – Aug 04
Internal Technology Consultant / Mathematics Teacher 6, 7, & 8 Bronx, NY
 Created weekly instructional lesson plans aimed to increase students’ quantitative development.
 Analyzed 200+ students’ math assessment reports weekly, and identified at-risk students for proactive
interventions. Reinforced mathematical concepts through team approach and differentiated instructions.
 Trained administrators and teachers on new software applications, reduced outsource costs on professional
development.
 Initiated (Fall 2001) and oversaw the school’s wireless technology lab and directed the school’s first
extended day Technology Club (Jan 01).
 Participated in monthly District Internal Technology Budgetary meeting as a liaison. Coordinated
professional development workshops, consulted with vendors, and facilitated teachers on internal
technology projects and workshops.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
 Technology Coordinator: Sports & Arts in School Foundation at PS 89, Bronx, NY. Summer 03 & 04
 Mentor: Center for Urban Youth and Technology, Fall 95 - Fall 96
 Graduate Fellow: EOP Graduate Fellowship, University at Albany, Albany, NY. Sep. 95 - Dec. 96
 Intern: New York State Assembly, (Ways & Means Committee), Albany, NY. Spr 95
 Teacher Assistant: Department of Education Psychology Fall 91 – Spr 93
COMPUTER PROFICIENCIES
 Knowing Office Package: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Microsoft PowerPoint and
Microsoft Outlook Express.
 Knowing Operating Systems: Windows9X, Windows2000, Windows ME, Windows XP and Windows Vista.
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