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Christopher McManus

Salem ,NJ

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Leap Academy University Charter School, adept at enhancing literacy skills and fostering parent-teacher collaboration. Skilled in creative lesson planning and classroom management, I empower students through innovative teaching strategies and critical thinking development, ensuring optimal learning outcomes and engagement.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

8th Grade ELA Teacher

Leap Academy University Charter School
04.2024 - Current
  • Evaluated student performance using formative and summative assessments to adjust instruction as needed for optimal results.
  • Strengthened student research skills by guiding them through inquiry-based projects that required critical evaluation of multiple sources.
  • Collaborated with colleagues in interdisciplinary units, enhancing the connections between subject areas for comprehensive understanding.
  • Designed creative lesson materials that captured students'' interest while supporting mastery of key concepts related to grammar, vocabulary, and literary analysis.
  • Enhanced literacy skills by implementing targeted reading strategies and comprehension exercises.
  • Developed critical thinking skills through the use of analytical writing assignments and group projects.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in ELA education and curriculum trends.

Behavioral Assistant

Ombudsman Educational Services
  • Enhanced parent understanding of behavior management strategies, conducting workshops and training sessions to promote consistency in interventions at home.
  • Empowered students by teaching self-regulation techniques that led to increased autonomy over their emotions and behaviors.
  • Provided ongoing assessments of student progress, making adjustments to intervention plans as needed for optimal results.
  • Aided in the transition between various educational settings, providing continuity of care for students experiencing changes due to internal or external factors such as relocation.
  • Enhanced student learning experiences by providing one-on-one support and guidance on social skills development.
  • Monitored ongoing progress through data collection and analysis, refining intervention plans to maximize positive outcomes for individual students.
  • Collaborated with teachers and parents to address individual students'' behavioral needs for better classroom dynamics.

8th Grade Science Teacher

Woodland Country Day School
09.2023 - 06.2024
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a positive learning environment.
  • Utilized various assessment tools to track student performance over time, identifying trends and adjusting instruction accordingly.
  • Assessed student progress and provided constructive feedback, helping them identify areas for improvement.
  • Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating problem-solving activities in the curriculum.

Education

Secondary Education

Wilmington University
New Castle, DE

Bachelor Of Arts - English

Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ
05.2011

Skills

  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Collaborative teaching
  • Teaching strategies
  • Literary analysis
  • Writing instruction
  • Reading comprehension
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Classroom management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Lesson planning
  • Lesson plan implementation
  • Grading proficiency
  • Creative writing
  • Smartboard operation
  • Literacy skills
  • Student evaluations

Timeline

8th Grade ELA Teacher

Leap Academy University Charter School
04.2024 - Current

8th Grade Science Teacher

Woodland Country Day School
09.2023 - 06.2024

Behavioral Assistant

Ombudsman Educational Services

Secondary Education

Wilmington University

Bachelor Of Arts - English

Rowan University

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