Christopher Manian
Saint Peters,MO
Summary
Dedicated Teacher and Aspiring Administrator offering nearly 15 years of experience in education. Focused on maximizing student learning and developing supportive school environment. Personable and outgoing with a proven record of building meaningful relationships. Skilled in organization, parent communication, and conflict resolution.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education - MS/HS Math Teacher
The Lead School
01.2022 - 03.2024
- Planned lessons and provided direct instruction for classroom, small-group and individual settings
- Supervised paraprofessionals working within special education classroom setting
- Communicated effectively with students, parents, and staff members regarding student progress and goals
- Modeled socially acceptable behavior, leveraging knowledge of behavior modification and positive reinforcement
- Encouraged students to hone personal development skills, teaching goal setting, independence and self-advocacy
- Co-developed and implemented individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs) for students
- Led IEP meetings in absence of administration.
7th & 8th Grade Math Teacher
Gateway Science Academy
07.2020 - 09.2021
- Used instructional and tutoring strategies to help students explore foundational concepts in mathematics
- Applied current best practices to teach mathematical concepts, principles and skills
- Established and maintained standards of student behavior to provide orderly and productive classroom environment
- Examined student data and monitored progress
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles
- Led professional development regarding use of ALEKS online learning platform.
8th Grade Math Teacher
Selvidge Middle School
08.2006 - 09.2016
- Developed lesson plans and supplementary materials to meet basic instructional philosophy and congruent with course standards
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure progress towards academic standards
- Served and worked on district committee to create district-wide assessments
- Worked with job-alike partner on daily basis to create highly-effective lesson plans
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development and implementation
- Participated in department meetings, school-wide events, and parent-teacher conferences
- Prepared students for End of Course Exams (EOCs).
Education
Master of Arts - Secondary Educational Administration
Lindenwood University
Saint Charles12.2009
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Middle School Mathematics
University of Missouri - Columbia
Columbia, MO05.2006
Skills
- Educational Leadership
- Teaching Experience
- Communication
- Behavior Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Relationship Building
Certification
- MO Administrator/Principal 7-12 Certificate (2009)
- MO Educator's Certificate - Math 5-9 (2006)
- MO Special Education Certificate [ANTICIPATED May 2024]
- CPR Certification
- Safe Crisis Management Certification (SCM)
Accomplishments
- Teacher of the Year Nominee (4X)
Timeline
Special Education - MS/HS Math Teacher
The Lead School
01.2022 - 03.2024
7th & 8th Grade Math Teacher
Gateway Science Academy
07.2020 - 09.2021
8th Grade Math Teacher
Selvidge Middle School
08.2006 - 09.2016
Master of Arts - Secondary Educational Administration
Lindenwood University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Middle School Mathematics
University of Missouri - Columbia
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