Mervyn Elder
Allentown
Summary
Dynamic educator and mentor with a proven track record at Lower Merion School District, excelling in robotics design and project management. Adept at fostering team collaboration and ensuring safety protocols, I empower students to achieve their potential through innovative teaching methods and individualized instruction. Committed to cultivating a passion for life long learning.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Mentor for DAWGMA Robotics
Lower Merion School District
Ardmore
08.2010 - Current
- Collaborated with other mentors, and assisted students in building a competitive robot.
- Organized trips to competitions in and out of the state.
- Advise and assist students in the safe use of equipment for building the robot.
Physics and Math Teacher
Lower Merion School District
Ardmore
08.2008 - Current
- Delivered clear, informative lectures on subject matter framed to meet state standards.
- Monitored student progress regularly and provided feedback on assignments and test results.
- Assessed students' understanding of materials through homework assignments, quizzes and tests.
- Offered regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students with math and physics topics.
- Developed lesson plans to teach math concepts such as algebra, geometry and calculus.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Collaborated with colleagues to facilitate individual and group success across subject matter.
- Integrated technology and hands-on learning to accommodate multiple intelligences.
- Maintained accurate records of student grades, attendance and behavior.
- Built life-long learning skills and strong study habits in students to help each prepare for higher-level education.
Physics Teacher
Pennridge School District
Perkasie
08.1996 - 06.2008
- Initiated, facilitated and moderated classroom discussion to support deeper understanding of material.
- Developed and implemented innovative lesson plans to teach Physics concepts.
- Provided individualized instruction to students based on their learning styles.
- Assessed student performance through quizzes, tests, and homework assignments.
- Conducted scientific demonstrations supporting lecture content.
Education
Master of Arts - Mathematics And Physics Education
Lehigh Univesity
Bethlehem, PA05-1996
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Howard University
Washington, DC05-1987
Master of Science - Material Science Electrical Engineering
Howard University
Washington, DCSkills
- Robotics design
- Equipment maintenance
- Project management
- Team collaboration
- Safety protocols
- Technical training
Affiliations
- I enjoy natural, every year I look forward to my time spent on the island of Tobago. During the summer months I can attend some of the cultural events that occur each day. Then in the evening, I can drive to one of the local beaches and relax in the turquoise waters of the caribbean.
Timeline
Mentor for DAWGMA Robotics
Lower Merion School District
08.2010 - Current
Physics and Math Teacher
Lower Merion School District
08.2008 - Current
Physics Teacher
Pennridge School District
08.1996 - 06.2008
Master of Arts - Mathematics And Physics Education
Lehigh Univesity
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Howard University
Master of Science - Material Science Electrical Engineering
Howard University
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