Christopher Barker
Fairport,NY
Summary
Elementary Classroom Teacher Entry-level teaching professional with solid multitasking, time management and communication skills combined with unwavering devotion to student success. Familiar with different instructional approaches and technology options used in multiple classrooms. Knowledgeable about curricula, lesson planning and individual student mentoring approaches.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher and Apprenticeship Program
Floyd Bell Elementary School
09.2023 - Current
- Develop and implement lesson plans in accordance with curriculum guidelines
- Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of students
- Utilize technology to enhance classroom learning experiences
- Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development and student assessment
- Meets the needs of the district by filling substitute teaching positions and working one on one with students when needed
Volunteer
Windsor Central School
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Helped organize practice plans for a wide range of athletes and skill levels
- Traveled and coached athletes at tournaments and dual meet matches
Fieldwork and Apprenticeship Program
Caryl E. Adams Primary School
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Develop and implement lesson plans in accordance with curriculum guidelines
- Observe classroom teachers
- Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of students
- Utilize technology to enhance classroom learning experiences
- Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development and student assessment
- Meets the needs of the district by filling substitute teaching positions and working one on one with students when needed
Education
Masters in Childhood, Early Childhood and Literacy -
Binghamton University, State University of New York
05.2024
Bachelor of Science in Human Development -
Binghamton University, State University of New York
05.2022
High School Diploma -
Fairport Senior High School
Fairport, NY06.2018
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning and curriculum development
- Student assessment and feedback
- Differentiated instruction
- Technology integration
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Professional Development
- Introduction to UFLI training, Whitney Point School District, Spring of 2023, Attended multiple training sessions about implementing UFLI lessons into the classroom next year., Collaborated with colleagues to learn and understand the content included in the lessons.
- LETRS Training, Windsor Central School District, Spring of 2023, Attended a one day training on AIMSweb., Learned how to administer the K/1 assessments., Collaborated with peers to practice ORF assessments.
- AIMSweb Training, Broome-Tioga Boces, 435 Glenwood Road, Binghamton, NY, 13905, Winter of 2024
Teaching Certification
Birth- grade 2, grade 1-grade 6, Literacy birth-grade 6, Binghamton University, State University of New York, Vestal, Vestal, NY, 05/2024
References
- Sharryl Tiderencel, Kindergarten Mentor Teacher, Whitney Point Central School District, 24 Kiebel Road, Whitney Point, NY, 13862, stideren@wpcsd.org, (607)-222-7072
- Stephanie Pietrosanti, 3rd Grade Mentor Teacher, Windsor Central School District, 15 Golden Street, Kirkwood, NY, 13795, spietrosanti@windsor-csd.org, (607) 348-7881
- Matt Lane, Manager of Facilities and Event Operations, Binghamton University, 4400 Vestal Pkwy E, Vestal, NY, 13850, mlane@binghamton.edu, (607)-221-2301
- Kelly Breward, Supervisor, BT Boces Consultant, 435 Glenwood Road, Binghamton, NY, 13905, KBreward@btboces.org, (607)-760-6588
Timeline
Volunteer
Windsor Central School
11.2023 - 02.2024
Student Teacher and Apprenticeship Program
Floyd Bell Elementary School
09.2023 - Current
Fieldwork and Apprenticeship Program
Caryl E. Adams Primary School
09.2022 - 06.2023
Masters in Childhood, Early Childhood and Literacy -
Binghamton University, State University of New York
Bachelor of Science in Human Development -
Binghamton University, State University of New York
High School Diploma -
Fairport Senior High School