John Anderton
DATA ANALYST
Hi! I'm John
Analyzing and visualizing data with a focus on data-driven decision making
John is passionate about communicating the power of data in a way that all can understand and appreciate. He believes that data can help make better decisions when applied in the proper context.
John graduated with a dual degree in mathematics and education and has applied data-driven decisions throughout his previous work as an upper level math teacher and educational consultant.
"Mathematics is not about numbers, equations, computations, or algorithms: it is about understanding"
- William Paul Thurston
RESUME
Experience
July 2019 - May 2023
Secondary Math Teacher
Irvington Preparatory Academy
Indianapolis, IN
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Lead mathematics instruction for upper-level math classes including Algebra 2, PreCalculus, AP Statistics, and AP Calculus AB. Developed tools and visualizations for AP classes independently. Instructed ~100 students each year
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Collaborated with math development team bi-weekly to analyze data from internal and external sources to produce insights, identify trends or anomalies, and make data-driven decisions for parents and students
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Improved student performance through creating reports and implementing plans of action during future lessons
June 2022 - July 2022
Specialist Consultant
Horizons at St. Richards
Indianapolis, IN
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Developed action plans for improvement in performance by analyzing student assessment data within a team structure that resulted in 79% of students improving scores and 24% of students requiring fewer interventions
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Improved proactive problem-solving opportunities for students through developing and mentoring a future specialist to work with students during designated times
June 2021 - July 2021
Math Data Specialist
Horizons at St. Richards
Indianapolis, IN
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Assisted in achieving program objectives through analysis of student data and presentation of data-driven interventions to staff and students
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Collaborated with the specialist team to create tiered action plans for students based on historical and current testing data
"Sometimes the questions are complicated and the answers are simple."
- Dr. Seuss
Notable Projects
Welcome to my portfolio! The projects below reflect my growth and experience working with data. Click on a project to find out more details and links to the final products.
