Christopher Davisson
Secondary Social Studies Teacher
2066 Coley Rd, Clarkton,NC
Summary
Committed, engaging educator bringing exceptional lecturing skills and expertise in teaching social studies using the methods of scaffolding, primary/secondary resources, researching, cause, effect, and reaction. Accomplished discussion facilitator focused on student engagement with 11 years in secondary education developing long range instructional plans and organizing and grading exams and tests. Goal-oriented to advance department, improve teaching and modernize courses by developing county pacing guides and leading Professional Development. Commended for sustaining effective learning environment through prepared classes and relevant assignments and consistently achieving classroom management and academic goals. Fifteen plus years of coaching sports and mentoring students with individual guidance to encourage their educational and personal endeavors.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
High School / Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Bladen County, NC Schools
08.2016 - Current
- Educated students regarding national and global social issues and influencing factors.
- Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
- Researched latest teaching techniques and incorporated into lesson delivery to improve concept acquisition.
- Encouraged consistent classroom attendance and managed student behavior.
- Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
- Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students.
- Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
- Developed instructional aids for classroom use and encouraged student participation.
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
- Met or exceeded course and student performance goals.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
- Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education including Nearpod, Quizizz, Canvas Learning Platform, Planbook, Edpuzzle, Flipgrid, Canva, Schoolnet and Powerschool.
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Served on committee that gave feedback to NCDPI regarding new Social Studies Standards released Fall 2020.
- Selected by county as exemplary role model of formatting lesson plans in Planbook.
- Implemented various instructional strategies such as project-based learning, debates, and role-playing simulations to foster critical thinking skills among students
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects, enhancing the overall educational experience for students
Athletic Coach / Mentor
Morgan County, WV / Bladen County, NC Schools
10.2010 - 06.2023
- Analyzed player skills to accurately assign players to teams and provide training for improvement.
- Maintained annual equipment inventory by storing, reconditioning and monitoring issued equipment.
- Conducted recruiting events to recruit student-athletes.
- Established strong working relationships with news media outlets, school administration and team parents.
- Monitored student players' compliance with satisfactory academic performance standards.
- Worked directly with Director of Athletic Programs to create budgets for equipment upgrades and travel.
- Updated player files with necessary forms to fulfill state and district requirements.
- Advised athletic program director on recommended policy and procedure changes to meet regulations.
- Maintained certification in CPR and first-aid procedures to respond to player injury.
- Scheduled practices, tournaments and bus transportation for team members.
- Consistently completed year-end reports by scheduled deadlines.
- Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience, and respect for others.
- Enforced discipline both on and off-field to lead team with highest personal standards.
- Utilized positive communication to encourage team and promote integrity.
- Analyzed and evaluated team performance metrics to identify areas of improvement.
- Trained and mentored new coaches on fundamentals of coaching to apply best practices and strategies.
Middle School / High School Teacher
Morgan County Schools
09.2010 - 06.2016
- Delivered audio-visual presentations on various platforms to cater to different learning styles.
- Fostered positive and supportive classroom culture while maintaining learning development goals.
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
- Created study guides, research materials and syllabi for students.
- Developed communicative relationships with students and parents to support learning.
- Used computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment to supplement presentations.
- Taught mathematical skills and principles to high school students using real-world, application-based examples to maximize learning opportunities.
- Established and communicated clear objectives for all educational activities.
- Created engaging lesson plans, fostered culture of discovery and provided well-organized classroom structure to help students succeed.
- Evaluated students' academic and social growth, kept appropriate records, and prepared progress reports to gauge performance.
- Reflected and improved lesson plans through implementation.
- Selected and requisitioned appropriate books and instructional aids to complement lesson plans.
Education
Master of Education - Secondary Social Studies Curriculum
American Public University System
Charles Town, WV 08.2010 - 02.2013
Bachelor of Arts -
Shepherd University
Shepherdstown, WV 01.2009 - 05.2010
Skills
Lesson Planning
Research Interest
* The Impact of Social Media Misinformation on Social Studies Education
- The negative impacts of misinformation in Social Studies education.
- How to counteract the misinformation through Social Studies education.
* Socioeconomic Impact on Social Studies Education
- Impact of socioeconomic cultural ideology.
- Overcoming socioeconomic ideologies through education.
Accomplishments
- Canvas Learning Platform
- Cleartouch
- Unpacking the Social Studies Standards
- Holocaust Education
- McKinney Vento Act & Migrant Students
- High Probability Strategies with Dr. Kennedy
- Action Research for the Classroom
- Differentiation in the Classroom
- A Framework for Understanding Poverty, Ruby Payne
Timeline
High School / Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Bladen County, NC Schools
08.2016 - Current
Athletic Coach / Mentor
Morgan County, WV / Bladen County, NC Schools
10.2010 - 06.2023
Middle School / High School Teacher
Morgan County Schools
09.2010 - 06.2016
Master of Education - Secondary Social Studies Curriculum
American Public University System
08.2010 - 02.2013
Bachelor of Arts -
Shepherd University
01.2009 - 05.2010
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