Shooting pool, hiking, working jigsaw puzzles
Christine N. Lohse
Valparaiso,IN
Summary
Knowledgeable educator with over 14 years of experience providing educational guidance and mentorship to high school students. Shifts teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' needs. Caring and enthusiastic with demonstrated skills in curriculum design and project management. Eager to parlay teaching expertise to new position utilizing these talents.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Science Teacher
Ravenna High School
Ravenna, OH
08.2017 - 08.2022
- Teach multiple sections of Chemistry, Honors Chemistry, Biology, Honors Biology, and Environmental Science for 10th through 12th graders
- Conduct all courses in-person and online, writing curriculum to fit both methods of delivery
- Planning construction and improvements to wetlands, trails, forest, and meadow areas on school grounds to enhance student learning
- Train and mentor new Intervention Specialists (district is significantly higher than state average in numbers of special education students)
- Wrote and obtained a grant to the county Soil & Water Conservation for $25,000 to improve wetlands and obtain equipment for science classrooms
- Owner / trainer / handler of school therapy dog to interact with students
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
Science Teacher
Waterloo High School
Atwater, OH
08.2015 - 08.2017
- Re-established Physical Science and Environmental Science class curriculum, teaching 4 sections ranging from 9th to 12th grade with average of 26 students
- Collaborated with Intervention Specialist for students in Physical Science Inclusion class
- Enhanced real world learning and hands on training for students in Environmental
- Science Class through two week program at Hiram College
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
Science Teacher
GlenOak High School
North Canton, OH
08.2011 - 08.2015
- Coordinated with AP Chemistry Teacher to create Honors Chemistry curriculum
- Taught 5 sections of General Chemistry and 2 sections of Honors Chemistry ranging from 10th to 12th grade with average of 29 students per class
- Networked with administrators, counselors, teachers, and parents to deal with difficult student situations
- Developed classroom management skills to create successful learning environment
- Inspired academic success based on belief that all students can achieve excellence, regardless of background.
Substitute Teacher
Stark County Schools
Uniontown, United States
12.2010 - 05.2011
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Worked with "at risk" high school students, teaching interview techniques and job skills
Lead Teacher
Beginning Years Christian Preschool
Uniontown, OH
11.2007 - 05.2010
- Re-developed curriculum for all 6 sections of three year old classes
- Kept current with First Aid and CPR certification and completed 20 hours of continuing education coursework
- Coordinated field trips for classes and wrote detailed itineraries for student safety.
- Oversaw work of teaching team to optimize student education.
Teacher
Lake Center Christian School
Hartville, OH
08.2006 - 06.2007
- Taught 2 sections of Biology and 1 section of Early Childhood Education for students in 10th to 12th grade
- Created and implemented unit and lesson plans for all courses
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning on very small budget
Long Term Substitute
Timken High School
Canton, OH
03.2006 - 05.2006
- Completed semester as long term substitute teacher for classes taught during student teaching
Student Teacher
01.2006 - 03.2006
- Taught 2 sections of Advanced Biology, 2 sections of Forensic Science, and 1 section each of Principles of Technology I and II ranging from 10th to 12th grade
- Established Forensic Science course in collaboration with cooperating teacher
- Participated in student-led parent teacher conferences
- Supervised Science Fair projects for 40 students
- Incorporated community organizations such as Red Cross and law enforcement into classroom
Gap
10.2000 - 01.2006
- Stayed home with children
Account Manager Recruiter
On Assignment, Inc
Cleveland, OH
08.1998 - 10.2000
- Worked in conjunction with international headquarters in California, under all three company branches of Lab Support, EnviroStaff, and Clinical Lab Staff
- Screened Account Manager applicants being considered for branches throughout United States and Europe
- Communicated responsibilities of Account Manager position and answered questions about company
- Provided feedback to corporate managers on candidates to aid with hiring decisions
Account Manager
On Assignment / Lab Support
Cleveland, OH
07.1997 - 05.1998
- Secured high-value accounts through consultative selling, effective customer solutions and promoting compelling business opportunities, growing Cleveland office from 22 employees to over 60 in less than year
- Perfected implementation of “Assignment Ready” marketing tool which describes available candidates to client companies
- Managed video conferences with other branches teaching Account Managers how to execute marketing tools
- Interviewed and matched candidates for temporary contract laboratory employment
- Conducted sales calls to laboratories and manufacturing facilities in Akron, Cleveland, and Canton
- Established and maintained relationships with client companies
Technology Transfer Manager
Isolab
Norton, OH
09.1995 - 07.1997
- Bridged gap between Research and Development division and Production department to manage implementation of new products
- Trained production staff, wrote procedures, performed troubleshooting, and conducted quality control analysis on new products
- Assisted Ph.D. level scientists on formulation of new laboratory methods
- Collaborated with Plant Engineer on creation of new equipment to execute precise measurements for product control samples
- Designed and instructed math and science courses for production level staff to increase their knowledge and understanding of company products
Quality Assurance Supervisor
Isolab
Norton, OH
05.1995 - 09.1995
- Approved all incoming raw materials and oversaw two technicians
- Tested and calibrated all equipment used in product
- Assessed investigation reports of subordinate quality assurance personnel and addressed any procedural deviations.
- Collaborated with development team and reviewed technical specifications to create testing programs.
Research and Development Technician
On Assignment, Inc
Cleveland, OH
01.1995 - 05.1995
- Handled research and development on trial batches of powder coatings in collaboration with assigned scientist
- Ran physical testing on all batches that were manufactured using mills, grinders, and extruders
Education
Master of Science - Education
The University of Akron, The University of Mount Union
Akron, OH 01.2001 - 05.2006
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Mount Union
Alliance, OH 08.1989 - 05.1993
Skills
Student engagement
undefinedInterests
Timeline
Science Teacher
Ravenna High School
08.2017 - 08.2022
Science Teacher
Waterloo High School
08.2015 - 08.2017
Science Teacher
GlenOak High School
08.2011 - 08.2015
Substitute Teacher
Stark County Schools
12.2010 - 05.2011
Lead Teacher
Beginning Years Christian Preschool
11.2007 - 05.2010
Teacher
Lake Center Christian School
08.2006 - 06.2007
Long Term Substitute
Timken High School
03.2006 - 05.2006
Student Teacher
01.2006 - 03.2006
Master of Science - Education
The University of Akron, The University of Mount Union
01.2001 - 05.2006
Gap
10.2000 - 01.2006
Account Manager Recruiter
On Assignment, Inc
08.1998 - 10.2000
Account Manager
On Assignment / Lab Support
07.1997 - 05.1998
Technology Transfer Manager
Isolab
09.1995 - 07.1997
Quality Assurance Supervisor
Isolab
05.1995 - 09.1995
Research and Development Technician
On Assignment, Inc
01.1995 - 05.1995
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Mount Union
08.1989 - 05.1993
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