Tyler Russell Harmsen
Las Condes
Summary
Skilled Mathematics and Economics teacher with 11 years of experience teaching math in private school setting. Strong history of breaking down complex concepts to help students understand and replicate problem-solving steps. Proponent of goal-oriented curriculums focused on project-based learning and results-driven examinations. Adept at using diverse multimedia strategies to accommodate different learning styles and improve information retention.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mathematics Professor
Universidad De Desarrollo
Santiago, Chile
03.2023 - Current
- Instructed students using augmented reality Geometry applications in addition to educating students in traditional, face-to-face settings.
- Prepared students to teach high-quality lessons in the classroom using step-by-step problem-solving methods for elementary Geometry and Algebra.
- Implemented innovative resources such as videos, metaphors and real-life scenarios to illustrate course concepts and engage students.
Mathematics/Economics Teacher and Data Analyst
Saint George´s College
Santiago, Chile
03.2022 - Current
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Exposed students to economic reasoning skills to build perspective and critical thinking skills.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Communicated frequently with parents in my homeroom, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
- Identified, analyzed and interpreted trends or patterns in complex data sets.
- Used statistical methods to analyze data and generate reports for the administration.
Mathematics/Economics Teacher
Saint George’s College
Santiago, Chile
03.2016 - 02.2022
- Planned and implement best mathematics teaching practices to 80 students in 9th grade
- Exposed students to economic reasoning skills to build perspective and critical thinking skills.
- Evaluated student assignments and projects with corrective comments to guide reasoning skills.
- Planned and implement best teaching in Economics, Mathematical Finance, and Game Theory classes for 11th and 12th grade students
- Planned and participated in pastoral projects, such as building houses in poor neighborhoods in the countryside.
Foreign Language Teacher
Saint George College
Santiago, Chile
09.2014 - 02.2016
- Planned and implemented best foreign language practices to 150 students in the third Unit
- Designed and successfully implemented new English curriculum designed to allow student choice in the 12th grade
- Participated in Pastoral Projects, such as misiones, "trabajos de invierno", and confirmation classes.
- Designed task-oriented activities and games to facilitate better language acquisition.
Mathematics Teacher
Mount St. Mary Catholic High School
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
08.2012 - 05.2014
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required mathematics course topics according to the Common Core standards to 110 high school students.
- Designed high school mathematics curriculum for the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City via ACE Collaborative
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
- Administered several professional development sessions to assist fellow faculty in designing and evaluating effective Unit plans
- Coached the Girls Cross Country team to the State Championship title and the Boys Cross Country team to State Runner-Up title.
Education
Master of Education - Education
University of Notre Dame, Alliance For Catholic Education
Notre Dame, IN05.2014
No Degree - Teaching English As A New Language
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, Indiana12.2015
No Degree - Econometric Analysis
Universidad De Chile
Santiago, Chile12.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Economics And Arabic
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, Indiana05.2012
Skills
- Mathematical Modeling
- Number Theory
- Linear Algebra
- Data interpretation
- Quantitative analysis
- Problem Solving
- Economic modeling
Certification
- Mathematics Teaching License, 6 - 12
- Economics Teaching License, 6-12
- English as a Second Language Endorsement, PK - 12
Languages
Spanish
Advanced (C1)
Arabic
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Mathematics Professor
Universidad De Desarrollo
03.2023 - Current
Mathematics/Economics Teacher and Data Analyst
Saint George´s College
03.2022 - Current
Mathematics/Economics Teacher
Saint George’s College
03.2016 - 02.2022
Foreign Language Teacher
Saint George College
09.2014 - 02.2016
Mathematics Teacher
Mount St. Mary Catholic High School
08.2012 - 05.2014
Master of Education - Education
University of Notre Dame, Alliance For Catholic Education
No Degree - Teaching English As A New Language
University of Notre Dame
No Degree - Econometric Analysis
Universidad De Chile
Bachelor of Arts - Economics And Arabic
University of Notre Dame