Christopher Simmons
WINSTON SALEM
Summary
As education professional, brings wealth of knowledge in developing and executing age-appropriate learning activities that stimulate cognitive and social growth. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability in dynamic classroom settings. Employs strong organizational skills and passion for fostering early childhood development.
Overview
1
1
Certification
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
EC-Teacher
Winston Salem Forsyth County Schools
Winston-Salem, NC
08.2015 - Current
- Designed and implemented individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance learning strategies and outcomes.
- Assessed student progress using various evaluation methods to inform instructional adjustments.
- Developed engaging lesson plans that align with state curriculum standards and educational goals.
Recruiter
NC Army National Guard
Salisbury, NC
05.2011 - 06.2015
- Developed and implemented recruitment strategies to attract top talent for military service.
- Conducted in-depth interviews to evaluate candidates' qualifications and fit for military roles.
- Analyzed recruitment data to refine strategies and improve candidate selection processes.
- Trained and mentored junior recruiters on best practices in talent acquisition and assessment techniques.
- Coordinated recruitment events, workshops, and informational sessions to engage potential candidates effectively.
- Established relationships with educational institutions to source high-quality applicants for enlistment programs.
- Mentored junior recruiters on effective techniques for building rapport with prospective candidates, leading to higher success rates in securing commitments from qualified individuals.
Fire Direction Control Chief
NC Army National Guard
High Point, NC
10.2008 - 05.2011
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Self-Contained EC Teacher
Daviess County Public Schools
Mocksville, NC
02.2000 - 10.2008
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Fostered a positive learning environment through effective classroom management strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance student support services.
- Integrated technology into lesson plans to enrich educational experiences.
- Conducted assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
- Mentored struggling students with targeted interventions, resulting in increased academic success.
- Delivered information to parents about child by discussion at arrival and departure time, written communications and telephone calls.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC05-2008
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Wilmington, NC05-1997
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive reinforcement
- Inclusive teaching
- Assessment strategies
- Student engagement
- Data-driven decision making
Certification
- Masters License - Behavior and Emotional Disabilities.
Timeline
EC-Teacher
Winston Salem Forsyth County Schools
08.2015 - Current
Recruiter
NC Army National Guard
05.2011 - 06.2015
Fire Direction Control Chief
NC Army National Guard
10.2008 - 05.2011
Self-Contained EC Teacher
Daviess County Public Schools
02.2000 - 10.2008
Master of Arts - Special Education
Appalachian State University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of North Carolina At Wilmington