David McCloud
Miami,FL
Summary
Passionate Teacher provides students with exceptional learning opportunities and support of educational endeavors. Skilled implementer of diverse instruction methods for cultivating nurturing learning environment that places high value on development of virtues, critical thinking, and civic participation. Positively motivates students with individual guidance, honest affirmation, and empathetic mentorship.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
History and Civics Faculty
True North Classical Academy
Miami, FL
09.2021 - Current
- Employed classical teaching methods to cater to individual educational needs of each student.
- Fostered a positive classroom atmosphere encouraging open discussion, feedback, and communication with students and parents.
- Prepared students for the Florida End of Course Exam in US Government/Civics
Associate Minister of Counseling and Care
Granada Presbyterian Church
Coral Gables, FL
07.2004 - Current
- Responsible for Missions and Mercy Ministries including serving as the lead for the Diaconate
- Developed new process for Pastoral Counseling which allowed for more access for individuals within the church
- Initiated growth in Missions through partnerships with other churches working on joint mission projects
- Led and designed multiple Sunday School courses, Bible Studies, Elder and Deacon training, Community Groups, and Officer Meetings
- Implemented a Community growth strategy which resulted in welcoming visitors and connecting current members
- Preached on a regular basis consisting of an average of 11-16 per calendar year.
Science Teacher
Florida Christian School
Miami, FL
07.2001 - 05.2004
- Developed and taught a high school study of Chemistry to High School students
- Coached two sports and was Miami Herald Coach of the Year in 2002
- Responsible for students and parent relationships.
Education
Master of Arts - Mental Health
Trinity International University
M.Div - Divinity
Reformed Theological Seminary
Oviedo, FLSkills
- Teaching in Group Setting
- Pastoral Counseling
- Hospital Visitation
- Conducting Weddings
- Preaching
- Deacon Ministry
- Pre-Marital Counseling
- Men's Ministry
- Event Organization
- Funeral Services
- Student Engagement
- Historical Research
Affiliations
- An Ordained PCA Teaching Elder
- Lead of the Presbytery Missions Committee
- Head of Church Relations Commission
Additionalinformation
Married, Mirelys, Stephen, Madison, Luke, Led and fundraised for over 30 mission trips all over the Carribean and South America., Led Couples Ministry and Parenting Courses by designing and implementing a curriculum.
Timeline
History and Civics Faculty
True North Classical Academy
09.2021 - Current
Associate Minister of Counseling and Care
Granada Presbyterian Church
07.2004 - Current
Science Teacher
Florida Christian School
07.2001 - 05.2004
Master of Arts - Mental Health
Trinity International University
M.Div - Divinity
Reformed Theological Seminary