Christopher Crowley
Sealy
Summary
Dynamic Social Studies Teacher with expertise in classroom management, lesson planning, and engaging diverse learners. Committed to fostering critical thinking and student participation through interactive learning methods.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Social Studies Teacher
Sealy ISD
Sealy
08.2023 - Current
- Facilitated classroom discussions to promote critical thinking among students.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse social studies topics.
- Implemented interactive activities to enhance student participation and learning.
- Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods and feedback tools.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects and curriculum enhancements.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively to create a positive learning environment.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student performance and classroom activities.
- Established and enforced clear class objectives and requirements to promote consistent education for students.
- Mentored new teachers in the department on best practices in teaching social studies courses.
- Incorporated primary source materials into lessons whenever possible, including documents from archives or interviews with experts.
- Created activities such as debates and simulations to reinforce learning objectives.
Special Education Teacher
Mexia ISD
Mexia
01.2017 - 05.2023
- Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Implemented behavior management strategies in classroom settings.
- Coordinated with special education staff to enhance program delivery.
- Facilitated professional development workshops for teaching staff.
- Assessed student performance using various evaluation tools.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Incorporated interactive visual aids into student lesson plans to support learning objectives.
- Established and maintained dynamic working relationships with students and parents to support classroom objectives.
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice Leadership & Management
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, Texas, TX12-2012
B.S. Criminal Justice
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO08-2010
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum development
- Assessment methods
- Special needs education
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Educational technology
- Parent communication
- Mentoring new teachers
- Student engagement
- Interactive learning methods
- Human geography
- Social studies
- Peer evaluation
- Faculty collaboration
- Differentiated instruction
- Designing Engaging Lessons
Certification
TEA Teacher Certification: Social Studies Grades (4-8 )
Timeline
Social Studies Teacher
Sealy ISD
08.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Mexia ISD
01.2017 - 05.2023
Master of Science - Criminal Justice Leadership & Management
Sam Houston State University
B.S. Criminal Justice
Colorado Technical University