Cara Cook
Ringgold,VA
Summary
Dynamic Middle School Social Studies Teacher and Head Varsity Basketball Coach with a proven track record in leadership and curriculum development. Excelled in fostering civic engagement, showcasing strong organization and communication skills. Expert in mentoring and strategic planning, significantly impacting student and athlete development.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Danville Public Schools
07.2017 - Current
- Taught Civics and Economics and Global Studies to 7th and 8th grade students.
- Held leadership positions such as Social Studies Department Chair (2022-24), Grade Level Lead Teacher (2022-24), and New Teacher Mentor (2022-24). Focus: organized meetings, communicated expectations and deadlines, assisted colleagues with a variety of tasks, mentored and supported new teachers
- Wrote and developed Curriculum for American History (2021) and Civics and Economics (2023). Focus: created a curriculum for teachers to follow throughout the course of the year that aligns with the Virginia Department of Education's Standards of Learning
- Developed and implemented an interactive unit based on the political process. Focus: promote Civic engagement in the political process by having students conduct an election from start to finish. Including researching and selecting a political party, selecting a candidate, identifying their candidates party platform, fundraising, creating political ads, and holding a school wide election
- Organized field trips to the court house. Focus: to promote Civic engagement
Head Varsity Basketball Coach
Pittsylvania County Schools
10.2023 - Current
- Currently revitalizing the girls basketball program and implementing strategic changes in player recruitment and team culture
- Collaborating with local schools and recreational programs to expand access to basketball programs
- Demonstrating fiscal responsibility and accountability in managing program finances while maximizing the impact of fundraising efforts
- Cultivating positive relationships with players, parents, referees and opponents
- Previously coached at George Washington High School as the Head Junior Varsity Coach from 2017-2023
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Clarion, PA05.2017
Skills
- Communication
- Leadership
- Organization
- Time management
- Conflict Resolution
- Decision Making
Timeline
Head Varsity Basketball Coach
Pittsylvania County Schools
10.2023 - Current
Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Danville Public Schools
07.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Education
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
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