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Christopher Ocker

Endwell,NY

Summary

Highly qualified science teacher with 19 years of experience teaching middle and high school science and math. Generates student enthusiasm for learning through individual connections and motivators. Empowers students through interactive learning, providing flexible instructional programs that create a positive class environment favorable to student learning and personal growth.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Education Teacher-9th Crossroads Academy

Broome Tioga BOCES-East Learning Center
Binghamton, NY
10.2021 - Current
  • Created engaging lesson plans and differentiated instruction in Physical Science, Living Environment and Pre-Algebra that addressed the diverse needs of all learners in the classroom.
  • Developed individualized instruction plans and curriculum modifications for students with special needs. Student classification ranges include Learning Disabilities, Emotional Disabilities, Other Health Impairments and Autism.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies such as positive reinforcement techniques to improve classroom behavior.
  • Participated in IEP meetings with parents, administrators and counselors to discuss student goals and objectives.
  • Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers.
  • Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.
  • Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.
  • Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.

Alternative Middle School Science Teacher

Broome Tioga BOCES-East Learning Center
Binghamton, NY
09.2007 - 11.2021
  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques based on individual student needs.
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans for middle school science classes.
  • Coordinated extracurricular activities such as Science Olympiad competitions or Science Fair projects.
  • Collaborated with student teachers, specialists and school leaders to give each student best possible education.
  • Conducted interactive experiments to demonstrate scientific principles.
  • Collaborated with other teachers, administrators, and parents on curriculum development and review.
  • Utilized technology such as computers and projectors to supplement instruction.
  • Attended professional development workshops related to teaching science at the middle school level.
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance, assessments, grades, and student progress.

Biology, Earth Science, Chemistry, Special Education Teacher

CHILDREN'S HOME OF THE WYOMING CONFERENCE
Binghamton, NY
09.2005 - 06.2007
  • Researched, developed, and implemented secondary school science curriculum for at-risk youth
  • Spearheaded movement towards increased technology integration within secondary school curriculum within first year as classroom leader
  • Students developed proficiency with creating and using PowerPoint presentations, internet research, and word processing
  • Launched after school science laboratory program for students who needed to earn New York State Regents Laboratory Hours
  • Implemented strategies and curriculum to teach students with special needs
  • Synthesized and evaluated a variety of Individual Education Plans for students with special needs
  • Researched individual student history and background, collaborated with social workers and supervisors, and observed/assessed student classroom performance
  • Researched, developed, and implemented a variety of classroom management techniques to reach at-risk youth ages 13 to 17
  • Chair of Children's Home Science Fair Committee, worked with other teachers to launch Science Fair Day Contest which integrated student projects from 5 separate campus programs and incorporated judges from across the community
  • Developed and modified laboratory assessments to include at-risk students and students with special needs
  • Responsible for administering, collecting and assessing all New York State Regents Laboratory Requirements.

10th Grade Biology Student Teacher

Maine-Endwell High School
Main-Endwell, NY
04.2005 - 06.2005
  • Managed 10th grade Biology classroom for 3 months, assumed all responsibilities of classroom teacher which included: Classroom management, Parent communication, Student assessment, Close communication with other Biology Teachers in assessing student performance on New York State Regents Exams
  • Collaborated with Mentor Teacher in developing, modifying and implementing daily lesson plans that reached a variety of student learning types
  • Responsible for the collection and completion of fundamental administration duties which include attendance and biology laboratory recording, logging grades and providing extra individual assistance for students
  • Established positive relationships with students, colleagues and other school personnel
  • Researched, developed and modified a final project that centered on cooperative learning principles where students generated a travel brochure presentation that incorporated the entire unit on the human body systems.

Education

M.E.d. - Special Education

Grand Canyon University
03.2024

Individual Evaluation of U.S Credentials Teacher Program -

Elmira College
01.2005

B.S. - Biology

Coastal Carolina University

A.A. - Liberal Arts and Sciences

Broome Community College

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Collaboration
  • Student Assessment
  • Differentiated Instruction with the use of classroom technology
  • Cooperative Learning
  • Project Based Learning
  • Responsive Classroom Strategies
  • Curriculum Design and Implementation
  • Student Motivation
  • Lesson Planning
  • Hands-on Learning
  • Special Needs Support

Certification

  • NYS 7-12 Biology Teaching Certification
  • NYS 7-12 General Science Extension Certification
  • NYS 7-12 Students with Disabilities Generalist
  • NYS 5-9 Students with Disabilities Generalist
  • NYS 1-6 Students with Disabilities Generalist

Training Certificates

  • Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
  • Life Space Crisis Intervention

Personal Information

Hobbies: Coaching baseball, basketball, football, weightlifting, helping my kids practice sports (flag football and basketball), spending time with my family, vacationing at the beach with friends and family, reading, watching old movies

References

  • Tiffany Campbell, Special Education Teacher, Tiger Ventures-Union Endicott School District, (716) 573-2917
  • Laura Karlson, Middle School Principal, Richard T. Stank Middle School, Susquehanna Valley School District, (607) 341-1408
  • Joesph Monforte, Physical Education Teacher, East Learning Center-Broome Tioga Boces, (607) 759-7416

Timeline

Special Education Teacher-9th Crossroads Academy

Broome Tioga BOCES-East Learning Center
10.2021 - Current

Alternative Middle School Science Teacher

Broome Tioga BOCES-East Learning Center
09.2007 - 11.2021

Biology, Earth Science, Chemistry, Special Education Teacher

CHILDREN'S HOME OF THE WYOMING CONFERENCE
09.2005 - 06.2007

10th Grade Biology Student Teacher

Maine-Endwell High School
04.2005 - 06.2005

M.E.d. - Special Education

Grand Canyon University

Individual Evaluation of U.S Credentials Teacher Program -

Elmira College

B.S. - Biology

Coastal Carolina University

A.A. - Liberal Arts and Sciences

Broome Community College

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