Andrew Vruggink
Hudsonville,MI
Summary
Adept at fostering community and enhancing team dynamics, I leveraged my relational and hard-working nature at Calvin University to elevate program efficiency and staff cohesion. My experience spans coordinating, teaching, and leading, marked by a passionate commitment to positive environments and impactful leadership.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher
Forest Hills Public Schools
Forest Hills, Michigan
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Developed lesson plans and activities to engage students in the learning process.
Teaching Internship
Wyoming Jr. High
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted in the development of IEPs (Individualized Education Programs) for students with special educational requirements.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to foster a productive and respectful learning atmosphere.
Program Director
Camp Geneva
Holland, Michigan
05.2024 - 08.2025
- Resolved conflicts between staff members or between staff members and campers in a timely manner.
- Communicated and maintained personal contact with parents or guardians to discuss achievements and behavior concerns.
Counselor
Camp Geneva
Holland, MI
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Guided campers toward positive behavior through consistent correction strategies.
- Established and built relationships with campers to ease fears in new environment.
Substitute Teacher
West MI Area
, MI
10.2023 - Current
- Followed established lesson plans to continue learning trajectory.
- Maintained classroom order and enforced school and class rules.
Coordinator
Calvin University
, MI
01.2024 - Current
- Managed scheduling for all sports teams, detailing who, when, and where they play.
- Cultivated strong team collaboration among staff members.
Crew Leader
DeHamer Landscaping
Grandville, MI
05.2020 - Current
- Delegated daily landscaping tasks for installations, and provided leadership, insight, and mentoring to hired employees.
- Cultivate a health work environment.
- During the winter months, I work the night shift, plowing and salting sidewalks for businesses and residential areas.
Education
P.E./ Health Education -
Calvin University
Grand Rapids, MI02.2025
Elementary Education -
Cornerstone University
Grand Rapids, MI12.2022
High School Diploma -
Hudsonville High School
Hudsonville, MI05.2021
Skills
- Hard-working
- Relational
- Compassionate
- Diligent
- Welcoming
- Passionate
Related Service
- Youth Leader, Volunteer at church as a youth leader for middle school boys, 10/01/23, Current
- Children and Worship, During church services, while adults are listening to the sermon, I read a bible story with children ages 3 to 6, help children with arts and crafts, and sing songs with them.
- Intramurals Coordinator
- Front desk attendant
- Umpire
- Lead worship at my church
Timeline
Student Teacher
Forest Hills Public Schools
01.2025 - 05.2025
Program Director
Camp Geneva
05.2024 - 08.2025
Coordinator
Calvin University
01.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher
West MI Area
10.2023 - Current
Teaching Internship
Wyoming Jr. High
09.2023 - 12.2023
Counselor
Camp Geneva
06.2023 - 08.2024
Crew Leader
DeHamer Landscaping
05.2020 - Current
P.E./ Health Education -
Calvin University
Elementary Education -
Cornerstone University
High School Diploma -
Hudsonville High School
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