Christopher McCrary
Port Jefferson Station,NY
Summary
Dynamic Secondary Science Teacher with a proven track record at Riverhead School District, excelling in inquiry-based learning and collaborative projects. Skilled in fostering student engagement through hands-on laboratory experiences and effective instructional planning. Committed to mentoring peers and enhancing STEM education, ensuring diverse learners thrive in a supportive environment.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Secondary Science Teacher
Riverhead School District
09.2000 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Facilitated hands-on laboratory experiments to enhance student understanding of scientific concepts.
- Utilized a variety of instructional technologies to support diverse learning needs and styles.
- Assessed student performance using formative and summative evaluation methods to inform instruction.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that foster critical thinking skills.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on curriculum development and classroom management strategies.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY05-2007
Master of Arts - Education
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY05-2005
Skills
- Teaching diverse learners
- Safety procedures
- Scientific inquiry
- Collaborative learning
- Laboratory skills
- Educational research
- Online teaching
- Inquiry-based learning
- STEM education
- Pedagogical content knowledge
- Instructional planning
- Organization
- Student engagement
- Team building
- Faculty collaboration and support
Timeline
Secondary Science Teacher
Riverhead School District
09.2000 - Current
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
Stony Brook University
Master of Arts - Education
Stony Brook University
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