Chris Sobczak
South Lyon
Summary
Dynamic educator and coach with a proven track record at Lake Fenton Community Schools, excelling in training program development and performance analysis. Skilled in motivating athletes and students alike, I foster a supportive environment that enhances individual strengths while implementing effective injury prevention strategies. Committed to driving success through tailored coaching and teaching methods.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Varsity Cross Country Coach
Lake Fenton Community Schools
Fenton
08.2007 - Current
- Established goals for each athlete based on individual strengths and weaknesses.
- Encouraged a positive team environment by providing feedback and support to all athletes.
- Supervised athletes before, during, and after practices or competitions.
- Prepared statistical reports summarizing athlete performance at meets and races.
- Attended coaching clinics to stay up-to-date on latest trends in the sport.
- Administered physical tests used to assess overall fitness levels of participants.
- Evaluated athletes' performances during practice sessions and competitions.
- Developed strategies for overcoming mental barriers encountered by some athletes while competing.
- Communicated effectively with parents about their children's progress in the program.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training plans for athletes to improve their speed, strength, and endurance.
- Suggested exercise modifications to individual athletes to avoid strain and injury.
High School Social Studies Teacher
Lake Fenton Community Schools
Fenton
08.2005 - Current
- Conducted research on current economic trends and topics in order to develop relevant course materials.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach economic concepts such as supply and demand, fiscal policy, monetary policy, microeconomics, and macroeconomics.
- Evaluated student performance and provided feedback on their progress.
- Promoted an environment conducive to learning by actively engaging all students in discussion.
- Provided individualized instruction for struggling students.
- Participated in faculty meetings concerning changes and updates to school's social studies curriculum plan.
- Integrated current events into classroom lessons whenever possible.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to individual students struggling with course material.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
Marygrove College
Detroit04-2010
Social Studies Endorsement - Social Studies
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI04-2005
Teaching Certificate - Economics And History
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI04-2004
BBA - Economics
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI04-1998
Skills
- Training program development
- Performance analysis
- Statistical reporting
- Motivational strategies
- Injury prevention
- Team collaboration
- Data analysis
- Course development
Timeline
Varsity Cross Country Coach
Lake Fenton Community Schools
08.2007 - Current
High School Social Studies Teacher
Lake Fenton Community Schools
08.2005 - Current
Master of Arts - Teaching
Marygrove College
Social Studies Endorsement - Social Studies
Eastern Michigan University
Teaching Certificate - Economics And History
Eastern Michigan University
BBA - Economics
Eastern Michigan University
Similar Profiles
Stacy MatthiesStacy Matthies
School Kitchen at Lake Fenton Community SchoolsSchool Kitchen at Lake Fenton Community Schools
April AhmadApril Ahmad
Kids Club Aid at Lake Fenton Community SchoolsKids Club Aid at Lake Fenton Community Schools
Kate VanHoutenKate VanHouten
Lake Fenton High School Principal at Lake Fenton Community SchoolsLake Fenton High School Principal at Lake Fenton Community Schools
Joseph EsserJoseph Esser
Shipping and Receiving Clerk/Parts Delivery Driver at Atlas Gear CompanyShipping and Receiving Clerk/Parts Delivery Driver at Atlas Gear Company
Dianne LambertDianne Lambert
Practice Administrator at South Lyon Family DocsPractice Administrator at South Lyon Family Docs