Charles Gesell
Little Hocking,OH
Summary
Enthusiastic and creative individual with solid understanding of student development and learning styles. Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills and connects with students from diverse backgrounds. Experienced developing engaging lesson plans and assessments to measure student progress.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Teacher and Business Dept. Chair
PARKERSBURG HIGH SCHOOL
09.2011 - Current
- Teach intermediate and advanced level CTE courses: Digital Imaging 1, Digital Imaging 2, Coding, App and Game Design 1, Coding, App and Game Design 2, AP Computer Science-Java and Python, Web Publishing, MOS 1, MOS 2
- Certified in a listed number of proprietary digital media and business software platforms
- Attended and participated over 200 hours in continuing education per degrees
- Collaborated with administration, counselors, and the other department heads on school's Master Schedule for 1,800 plus students
- Collaborated with others in LSIC to discuss, develop and expand the leadership opportunities to involve the parents and students more effectively
- Worked closely with colleagues as department chair to deliver school policy requirements, collaborate to develop and set goals, meet deadlines and deliver
- Orchestrated, Student Advisor to three Clubs- Game Creation Club, Photography Club and Nintendo Club
- Trained and executed specialized curriculum, dealing with digital media, desk and web publishing, and Adobe flash/Unity game designs and creation disciplines, and AP Computer Science Principles (new this year)
- Provided services for location, studio, and special event photography to school
- Provided restorative services for archival and nostalgic artifacts belonging to high school's historic society
- Performed web creation and turnkey sales simulations of sites for staff and school organizations
- Worked closely with school's PHS Alumni Foundation
- Worked closely with school's PHS Stadium Committee.
Parkersburg High School ESports Coach
Wood County Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with other coaches to create and execute game plans.
- Promoted sportsmanship values among athletes, fostering a positive competitive atmosphere within the team environment.
- Utilized positive communication to encourage team and promote integrity and respect.
- Boosted player confidence through personalized training sessions and continuous feedback.
Small Business Owner
Mirror Image Photography
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Stock photography, Website and Tech development and consulting
- Managed daily operations for a successful small business, ensuring efficient processes and quality services.
- Established a loyal customer base by providing personalized attention, addressing concerns promptly, and exceeding expectations.
Education
Masters of CTE Leadership Certificate Program - CTE Leadership Studies
WVDE CTE ADMINISTRATIVE LEADERSHIP PROGRAM CERTIFICATION
01.2022
Masters of Leadership Certificate Program - Leadership Studies
MARSHALL UNIVERSITY
Huntington, WV01.2017
Masters of Education - Secondary Education - Pre-K through Adult Education
GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY
Phoenix, AZ01.2013
Bachelors of Science - Business Administration - Organizational Management
OHIO VALLEY UNIVERSITY
Vienna, WV01.2011
Bachelors of Science - Theology/ Administration
SEMINARY DEGREE TRAINING
Crown Point, IN01.1996
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Parent Interaction
- Differentiated Instruction
- Group and individual instruction
- Collaborative learning
- Project-based learning
References
- Sharon Marks, Teacher, Parkersburg High School, Parkersburg, WV, 304-420-9595
- Dave Mace, Pipe Fitter, Plumber's and Steamfitter's Union, Parkersburg, WV, 304-485-2751
- Sue Steinbeck, Teacher-Retired, PHS Foundation President, Parkersburg, WV, 304-483-1765
Training
- Technology Related, 48+, Unity Game Creation Platform Specialist, 01/2015, Blender Game Creation Platform Specialist, 01/2015, Adobe Flash Game Creation Platform Specialist, 01/2015, C#, PYTHON and JAVA Game Creation Platform Specialist, 01/2015, Windows MOS Certified, 11/2017, Adobe CC Media Suite Specialist, 11/2016, NAPP Member (National Association of Photoshop Professionals), 08/2017, WPPI Member (Wedding & Portrait Photographers International), 08/2008, Wacom Drawing Tablet and Intuos Software Specialist, 08/2008, Corel Media Software/WEB Creator, 08/2008, Print Specialist/Epson-Canon-HP-Lexmark, 08/2010
- Safety Related Technology and Training, Safety Driving Instructor Certification, 05/2006, OSHA Hazmat Trainer Certification, 05/2006, Mental Health First Aid Certification, 01/2017, CPR Certification, 08/2017, CPI (Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training) Certification, 05/2017
Community Service
- Preacher and Sunday School Teacher while a church member since 1990
- Volunteer Photographer for PHS photographic events in sports and dances since 2008
- Volunteer Photographer for Schrader Youth Ballet spring and fall recitals since 2009
Certification
Professional Administrative Certification Building Principal
Career and Technical Ed Administrative Certification
Professional Teaching Certification - Business Education
Professional Teaching Certification - Driver's Education
Timeline
Parkersburg High School ESports Coach
Wood County Schools
08.2023 - Current
Business Teacher and Business Dept. Chair
PARKERSBURG HIGH SCHOOL
09.2011 - Current
Small Business Owner
Mirror Image Photography
01.2006 - 01.2011
Masters of CTE Leadership Certificate Program - CTE Leadership Studies
WVDE CTE ADMINISTRATIVE LEADERSHIP PROGRAM CERTIFICATION
Masters of Leadership Certificate Program - Leadership Studies
MARSHALL UNIVERSITY
Masters of Education - Secondary Education - Pre-K through Adult Education
GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY
Bachelors of Science - Business Administration - Organizational Management
OHIO VALLEY UNIVERSITY
Bachelors of Science - Theology/ Administration
SEMINARY DEGREE TRAINING
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