CHRISTOPHER SMITH
El Dorado,KS
Summary
Dedicated Elementary Teacher with 26 years of experience in fostering a positive learning environment for an average class size of 24 students across Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, and 4th grades. Proven track record in coaching baseball for 23 years, successfully guiding teams from T-ball to the collegiate level. Committed to professional growth and eager to transition into educational administration, with aspirations to take on the role of Athletic Director. Passionate about empowering students and enhancing educational experiences through innovative leadership and mentorship.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Minneha Core Knowledge Magnet
08.2011 - Current
- Getting to participating in a New Principal support workshops
- Teacher In Charge (when ADMIN is out of building)
- Head of Attendance Committee 2yr
- Grade Level Chair 6 years
- Behavioral Team Representative for 3 years
- MTSS Team Member for 8 years
- Bus Supervisor for 11 years
- Recess Supervisor for 2 years
- Elementary Teacher
- Taught Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade with between 18-26 students per class.
Elementary School Teacher
Circle-Towanda Primary
08.2006 - 05.2009
- Taught Kindergarten, 1st grade, 2nd grade with an average of 20 students per class.
- Coached High School Baseball 2 years as Assistant Coach, and 1 year as a Head Coach
Elementary School Teacher
Earhart Environmental Magnet
08.1999 - 05.2006
- Taught KG, and 1st grade with class size between 22-28 students.
- QPS Team for 2 years
- Grade Level Chair 2 years
- Supervisor for 12-day camps (2 per year)
- Bus Supervisor for 4 years
- Coach High School Baseball (2 years Northwest High School, and 1-year Kapaun Mt. Carmel High School)
Education
Master of Science in Education - Building Leadership
Newman University
Wichita, KS01.2021
English For Speakers of Other Languages Pre-k-12 - English as Second Language
Newman University
Wichita, KS01.2016
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Friends University
Wichita, KS01.1999
Skills
- Engaging in principal support workshops
- Teacher In Charge
- Transportation supervisor
- Attendance committee leader
- Grade level coordinator
- Baseball coaching experience
- Leadership team contributor
- Curriculum design
- Relationship building with students, parents, and colleagues
- Collaborate with parents
- Conflict resolution with students and colleagues
- Effective communication with parents
- Polished professional demeanor
- Fostering a positive environment
- Excellent/Effective Classroom Management
- Inspiring student engagement
- Team collaboration facilitation
- Effective organizational skills
- Effective time management
- Career advancement
- Behavior documentation
- Flexible teaching approach
- Assessment preparation
- Analytical thinking skills
- Student behavior modification
- Interpersonal skills enhancement
- Empathetic approach
- Curriculum development
- Tailored instruction
- Engaging instructional methods
- Innovative lesson planning
- Tailored instruction
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Minneha Core Knowledge Magnet
08.2011 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
Circle-Towanda Primary
08.2006 - 05.2009
Elementary School Teacher
Earhart Environmental Magnet
08.1999 - 05.2006
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Friends University
Master of Science in Education - Building Leadership
Newman University
English For Speakers of Other Languages Pre-k-12 - English as Second Language
Newman University