Chris Chmaj
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Ellicott City,Maryland
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure Camp Director position in camp environment. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
ASL Teacher
MSD Colombia
Colombia, MD
08.2021 - Current
- Sourced optimal curricula and developed lesson plans to fully cover target material for each course.
- Immersed students in unfamiliar cultures by devising hands-on activities.
- Employed diverse teaching approaches to help students of all abilities understand material.
- Expanded student understanding of texts by spearheading in-depth discussions and assigning exploratory essays to help students articulate knowledge.
Assistant Camp Director
CM7
Old Forge, NY
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Supervised, guided and assisted students during crafts, art projects, games and other activities to provide developmental stimulation.
- Monitored camper behavior during activities, effectively handling discipline situations and encouraging positive behavior.
- Collaborated with HR on hiring and onboarding staff, managing onboarding documents and payroll oversight.
- Offered campers compassionate support for personal and social issues, helping each develop positive skills for dealing with interpersonal conflicts.
ASL Instructor
Chaffey College
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
01.2017 - 05.2017
- Sourced optimal curricula and developed lesson plans to fully cover target material for each course.
- Coordinated special excursions to local points of interests and more extensive study trips to expand learning for American Sign language students.
- Employed diverse teaching approaches to help students of all abilities understand material.
- Delivered 20 hours per week of classroom lectures, instructing over 25 students per semester in ASL.
Teacher
CSDR
Riverside, CA
02.2008 - 06.2012
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Maintained system required passing rate for years.
- Designed dynamic lesson plans based on student interests to increase overall student GPA.
ASL Teacher
SSSD
Scranton , PA
09.2006 - 06.2008
- Sourced optimal curricula and developed lesson plans to fully cover target material for each course.
- Immersed students in unfamiliar cultures by devising hands-on activities.
- Employed diverse teaching approaches to help students of all abilities understand material.
- Expanded student understanding of texts by spearheading in-depth discussions and assigning exploratory essays to help students articulate knowledge.
Education
ASL/ History
Gallaudet University
Washington, DC 08.1998 - 05.2003
Skills
Multitasking Abilities
Active Listening
Organization and Time Management
Dependable and Responsible
First Aid/CPR
Computer Skills
Basic Math
Cultural Awareness
Excellent Communication
Attention to Detail
Learning style assessment
Curriculum Development
Maintenance and Repair
Records Maintenance
Lesson Planning
Teacher collaboration
Test and quiz creation
outdoor
canoeing, camping, hiking, leadership, explore, activities
Timeline
ASL Teacher
MSD Colombia
08.2021 - Current
Assistant Camp Director
CM7
05.2019 - 08.2019
ASL Instructor
Chaffey College
01.2017 - 05.2017
Teacher
CSDR
02.2008 - 06.2012
ASL Teacher
SSSD
09.2006 - 06.2008
ASL/ History
Gallaudet University
08.1998 - 05.2003