Christopher VanderVat
Ellicott City,MD
Summary
Industrious educator with a history of successfully stepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting students with solid lectures, discussions and activities. Implement intervention strategies and discipline management techniques to enhance student success.
Experienced with team leadership, player development, and strategic planning. Utilizes effective coaching techniques to drive team success and foster collaborative environment. Track record of achieving competitive results through adaptable strategies and strong communication skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Phelps Luck Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Student Teacher Intern
Moravia Park Elementary School
01.2022 - Current
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
Head Varsity Girls Basketball Coach
Mount Hebron High School
11.2024 - Current
- Increased team performance by developing and implementing effective training programs.
- Implemented video analysis tools for reviewing gameplay, identifying areas for improvement, and creating targeted practice plans.
- Created comprehensive game plans to outsmart opponents, leading to numerous victories.
- Cultivated partnerships with local businesses for sponsorship opportunities and community support.
Lead Teacher
My Gym Children's Fitness Centre
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Chose optimum curriculum for each class and devised creative daily lesson plans to meet requirements and needs of different learners.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
Lead Camp Counselor
Dynamite Gymnastics Center
06.2017 - 08.2020
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Towson University
Baltimore, MD05.2023
Skills
- Instructional Strategies
- Modern Teaching Methods
- Educational Settings
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Lesson Plan Development
- Relationship building
- Classroom management
- Tactical planning
Certification
CPR Training - 2018-Present
Timeline
Head Varsity Girls Basketball Coach
Mount Hebron High School
11.2024 - Current
Teacher
Phelps Luck Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
Student Teacher Intern
Moravia Park Elementary School
01.2022 - Current
Lead Teacher
My Gym Children's Fitness Centre
09.2021 - 02.2022
Lead Camp Counselor
Dynamite Gymnastics Center
06.2017 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Towson University
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