John Sherry Email & Phone Number

Alexandria, Virginia, United States

As Department Head, I mentor new teachers, complete file checks to maintain academic integrity of instruction, plan and lead teacher trainings, lead regular student meetings to support instructional best practices to meet student learning needs, and communicate with parents about social studies opportunities. As a teacher/mentor, I create individualized education experiences to increase student confidence and affinity for learning.

Taught IB History of the Americas, World History II, USVA History, USVA Government, IB Theory of Knowledge, AP Comparative Government and Politics, and Economics and Personal Finance at James W. Robinson Secondary School. Led Collaborative Teams for IB History, AP Government, IB Theory of Knowledge and Economics and Personal Finance. Mentored students for IB Middle Years Project and IB Diploma Extended Essay.

Fairfax County, Virginia, United States

Served as an ESOL, Foreign Language, English, Mathematics and Social Studies substitute for Middle and High School.

Fairfax County, Virginia, United States

Taught two different preparations for four classes (Honors World History & Geography and International Baccalaureate History of the Americas).Wrote lesson plans for units on African-American Civil Rights, Women’s Suffrage, Native American Civil Rights, World War II, and Virginia Standard of Learning review that included activities to improve map and chart comprehension, primary source document analysis, research skills, note-taking abilities, and oral presentation skills. Provided differentiated instruction for English Language Learner, Gifted & Talented, and blind students such as differentiated graphic organizers, differentiated readings, and assessments. Worked in collaborative teams to create SOL review activities such as online flash cards, unit learning objectives, and common assessments.

Washington, United States

Senior policy advisor for Rep. Allyson Y. Schwartz (PA), a member of the House Committee on Ways and Means, providing advice on all legislative matters. In 2009, Politicspa.com selected me as one of its Top-10 Pennsylvania Delegation congressional staffers. Left job in December 2010 in order to pursue a career in public education.

Legislative Aide for Rep. Allyson Y. Schwartz (PA). Promoted to Legislative Director in April 2009.

Washington, United States

Worked with teams of consultants to develop messaging strategies for political campaigns.Analyzed FEC, legislative, state, and municipal records to prepare background research for political candidates. Traveled throughout the United States to collect documents and information on candidates running for state and federal office. Job ended after firm founders decided to close their company

Washington, United States

Managed reservations for one of the busiest and most famous steakhouses in Washington, D.C. Provided guest services, and ensured exceptionally distinct dining experiences for guests, including high-profile clientele that ranged from Members of Congress, Supreme Court Justices, music entertainers, sports superstars. Left job to study abroad in Nicaragua.

Arlington, Virginia, United States

Wrote feature articles on local businesses for the small business section. Compiled announcements of job changes for “People on the Move” feature.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Wrote a front page news story on voter turnout for November 2000 Election Day edition. Reported from the Republican National Convention in Philadelphia, PA. Wrote profile articles on Capitol Hill staffers and assisted staff reporters with researching their articles.

York, Pennsylvania, United States

Covered Shrewsbury and Hopewell Townships for weekly insert of York, PA’s morning, daily newspaper.

Glen Rock, Pennsylvania, United States

Worked on the summer maintenance crew for the Southern York County School District, which included mowing lawns, moving teacher materials, and assembling shelving units.

Glen Rock, Pennsylvania, United States

Worked on the summer maintenance crew for the Southern York County School District, which included mowing lawns, moving teacher materials, and assembling shelving units.