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Brett Geraghty

Fort Collins,CO

Summary

Dynamic educational professional with extensive experience in developing teacher induction programs. Skilled in fostering collaboration, enhancing instructional skills, and analyzing data to drive student success. Committed to building a positive school culture that supports new teachers.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Pinnacle K-12 Induction

Pinnacle Charter School
08.2010 - Current

Developed and monitored a program of teachers and their mentors to support, train, and retain new teachers, ultimately to receive their professional teaching licenses. Key purposes include

  • Increasing retention
  • Strengthening instructional skills
  • Building professional confidence
  • Supporting the transition to Pinnacle's culture.

High School Social Studies Teacher

Pinnacle Charter School
08.2000 - Current
  • Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards to enhance student understanding of historical concepts.
  • Implemented diverse instructional strategies to accommodate different learning styles and promote student participation.
  • Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged critical thinking and respectful dialogue among students.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects, integrating social studies with other subjects for holistic learning experiences.
  • Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on curriculum development and classroom management techniques.
  • Analyzed student performance data to identify areas for improvement, adjusting teaching methods accordingly to enhance learning outcomes.

Social Studies Department Head

Pinnacle Charter School
08.2005 - 05.2025
  • Led curriculum development for Social Studies, enhancing alignment with educational standards.
  • Mentored teaching staff to improve instructional strategies and student engagement in social studies.

Education

Bachelor of Science - History

Central State University
Edmond, OK
12-1988

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Strategic planning
  • Verbal and written communication
  • People management
  • Decision-making

Timeline

Director of Pinnacle K-12 Induction

Pinnacle Charter School
08.2010 - Current

Social Studies Department Head

Pinnacle Charter School
08.2005 - 05.2025

High School Social Studies Teacher

Pinnacle Charter School
08.2000 - Current

Bachelor of Science - History

Central State University