Claire Coughenour
Doylestown,OH
Summary
Experienced educator and servant-leader with a deep commitment to Christ-centered education and student development. Proven ability to cultivate safe, engaging learning environments through strong instructional leadership, mentoring, and effective conflict resolution. A goal-driven and organized leader dedicated to strengthening Northside Christian Academy in partnership with Northside Christian Church, unified in the mission to develop disciples of Christ who are equipped to learn, teach, and serve others.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Northside Christian Academy
Wadsworth, OH
08.2020 - Current
- Fostered supportive classroom environments that encouraged student participation and collaboration while maintaining and modeling Christ-like mentoring.
- Educate students on Northside Christian Academy's Statement of Faith, focusing on teaching God's word and His never-ending love.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning experiences.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and tailored instructional methods accordingly.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, consistent routines, and modeling social emotional regulation strategies aligned with intentional neuroplasticty.
- Mentored new teachers on curriculum development and alignment to Christian values, effective classroom management strategies, and evolving educational trends.
- Collaborate with other teachers to create schoolwide events and extracurriculars to enrich student learning experiences outside of the traditional classroom.
- Write and apply for grant funding for safety enhancements and curriculum developments.
Pool Manager
Wadsworth YMCA
Wadsworth, OH
06.2016 - 02.2023
- Supervised daily pool operations, ensuring safety and compliance with health regulations.
- Developed and implemented training programs for lifeguards, enhancing skill and response time.
- Managed scheduling for staff, optimizing coverage during peak hours to maintain service quality.
- Conducted regular safety drills, improving emergency preparedness among team members.
- Collaborated with maintenance team to monitor pool equipment functionality and initiate repairs as needed.
- Oversaw customer service initiatives, resolving member concerns to enhance satisfaction levels.
- Managed budget effectively, controlling expenses while maintaining high-quality services and facilities.
Assistant Swim Coach
Wadsworth YMCA
Wadsworth, OH
06.2020 - 02.2023
- Assisted head coach in developing practice plans and training sessions for diverse skill levels.
- Mentored junior coaches to enhance teaching techniques and improve athlete performance.
- Coordinated swim meet logistics, including scheduling, registration, and participant communication.
- Promoted sportsmanship among team members, instilling values of respect and integrity both in and out of the pool.
- Fostered team cohesion by organizing team-building activities and events throughout the season.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Ashland University
Ashland, OH05-2020
Skills
- Growth mindset
- Conflict resolution
- Collaborative learning
- Cognitive and behavioral development
- Parent and student communication
- Flexible and adaptive
- Training and mentoring
- Team collaboration
- Strategic leadership
Timeline
Teacher
Northside Christian Academy
08.2020 - Current
Assistant Swim Coach
Wadsworth YMCA
06.2020 - 02.2023
Pool Manager
Wadsworth YMCA
06.2016 - 02.2023
Master of Science - Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Ashland University