Christopher Kramer
Belton,MO
Summary
Secondary science and health educator with extensive experience delivering Biology, Health, Environmental Science, and the full PLTW Biomedical Sciences pathway, including a year-long Capstone course. Recognized as Outstanding PLTW Biomedical Science Teacher of the Year (2024-2025) with demonstrated instructional effectiveness, including an 85% average pass rate on the PLTW PBS End-of-Course assessment. Proven leader in project-based learning, Academic Competitive program growth, and CTSO mentorship, with national conference leadership and statewide student leadership outcomes.
Professional with strong background in committee roles, prepared to make immediate impact. Known for effective collaboration, adaptability to changing needs, and results-driven approach. Skilled in strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and policy development. Valued for reliability and focus on achieving collective goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
8
8
Certification
Work History
Secondary Science & Health Teacher
Frontier STEM High School
Kansas City, MO
01.2017 - Current
- Teach Biology, Health, Environmental Science, and the full PLTW Biomedical Sciences pathway, including a year-long Capstone course.
- Achieved an 85% average pass rate on the PLTW PBS End-of-Course assessment.
- Designed and facilitated year-long Capstone experiences emphasizing research, data analysis, technical writing, and formal presentation.
- Built student portfolio systems supporting long-term project management and assessment.
- Expanded Academic Competitive participation from 12 students competing in 12 events (2017) to 94 students competing in 223 events across HOSA and FBLA.
- Led student project development for the Annual STEM Festival.
- Recognized as Outstanding PLTW Biomedical Science Teacher of the Year (2024-2025).
- Science Department Chair, Frontier STEM High School, 2020-01-01, 2021-01-01
- School Discipline Committee Member, 2024-01-01, Present
- HOSA Adviser, 2017-01-01, Present, Led students to HOSA International Leadership Conference (2022-2025)., Mentored a student elected as HOSA State President-Elect., Presenter, HOSA International Leadership Conference 2025.
- FBLA Adviser, 2023-01-01, Present, Led students to FBLA National Leadership Conference (2025).
- TSA Adviser, 2021-01-01, 2024-01-01, Led national conference delegations during 2022-23 and 2023-24.
HOSA Adviser
Frontier STEM High School
01.2017 - Current
- Led students to HOSA International Leadership Conference (2022-2025).
- Mentored a student elected as HOSA State President-Elect.
- Presenter, HOSA International Leadership Conference 2025.
FBLA Adviser
Frontier STEM High School
01.2023 - Current
- Led students to FBLA National Leadership Conference (2025).
TSA Adviser
Frontier STEM High School
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Led national conference delegations during 2022-23 and 2023-24.
Science Teacher
Hickman Mills Freshman Center
Kansas City, MO
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Taught Physics First aligned with Algebra coursework.
- Delivered PLTW Principles of Biomedical Science (PBS).
Education
Master of Science - Geosciences
Mississippi State University
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Western Governors University
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Brown Mackie College
Skills
- Collaborative mindset
- Event coordination
- Outreach
- Relationship and team building
- MIssion and vision
- Transformative leadership
- Project oversight
- Innovative and visionary
- Leadership and people development
- Management team leadership
- Community outreach
- Organizational development
- Effective communicator and public speaker
- Articulate communication
- Planning and coordination
Accomplishments
- Outstanding PLTW Biomedical Science Teacher of the Year (2024–2025)
- Teacher of the Year Nominee (2023–2024)
Certification
- Missouri Lifetime Teaching Certificate
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Secondary Science (5–9), Biology, Health - PLTW Biomedical Sciences – Lifetime Certification
Principles of Biomedical Science (PBS)
Human Body Systems (HBS)
Medical Interventions (MI)
Biomedical Innovation (BI)
Capstone
Timeline
FBLA Adviser
Frontier STEM High School
01.2023 - Current
TSA Adviser
Frontier STEM High School
01.2021 - 01.2024
Secondary Science & Health Teacher
Frontier STEM High School
01.2017 - Current
HOSA Adviser
Frontier STEM High School
01.2017 - Current
Science Teacher
Hickman Mills Freshman Center
01.2015 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Western Governors University
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Brown Mackie College
Master of Science - Geosciences
Mississippi State University
Certifications And Licensure
Missouri Lifetime Teaching Certificate -
- Secondary Science (5-9), Biology, Health
PLTW Biomedical Sciences - Lifetime Certification
- Principles of Biomedical Science, Human Body Systems, Medical Interventions, Biomedical Innovations, PLTW Capstoe
Military Service
United States Army, Veteran