JAMES CALEB BRYAN
Callahan
Summary
Results-oriented educator with over a decade in Advanced Placement instruction, enhancing AP exam scores and attaining College Board Honor Roll status. Expertise in innovative curriculum design and mentorship to elevate student engagement. As an Ordained Minister, provided spiritual leadership and organized community outreach, fostering relationships and expanding congregation membership through dedicated service.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Ordained Minister & Bivocational Worship Leader
CHURCH AT SUN COAST
Callahan
01.2019 - Current
- Provided spiritual guidance and pastoral care, fostering a supportive community for congregation members
- Led worship services and coordinated music programming, enhancing congregational engagement
- Demonstrated commitment to community service and spiritual leadership, integrating faith-based principles into teaching responsibilities
AP Essay Scorer
EDUCATIONAL TESTING SERVICE (ETS)
01.2016 - Current
- Applied rigorous rubrics and maintained calibration standards, ensuring consistent and fair evaluation of student work across multiple scoring sessions
- Scored advanced placement essays for College Board, contributing to accurate assessment of student performance during annual scoring sessions
- Provided specialized knowledge in social sciences during national assessment efforts, enhancing the quality of evaluations and informing educational practices.
Teacher Mentor & AP Instructor
WEST NASSAU HIGH SCHOOL
Callahan
01.2015 - Current
- Teach AP US History, AP Government & Politics, and AP Macroeconomics to high-achieving students; maintain rigorous standards aligned with College Board curriculum frameworks
- Demonstrated competitive excellence in student achievement, evidenced by measurable improvements in AP exam scores and increased course enrollment.
- Contributed to institutional excellence recognized by College Board Honor Roll placement (2024-2025) for growth in AP participation and student success
- Mentored teachers through instructional coaching and professional development, enhancing curriculum alignment and best practices across departments.
- Teach Philosophy and Ethics courses (8 years), fostering critical thinking and ethical reasoning skills
- Chaired School Advisory Committee (SAC), spearheading strategic planning initiatives and driving school improvement efforts.
- Manage multiple high-stakes responsibilities while maintaining exceptional organizational systems and task completion
Board Member
NASSAU COUNTY PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD
Callahan
01.2013 - Current
- Participated in public policy decision-making, fostering civic leadership and community engagement.
- Reviewed and recommended land use and development proposals, enhancing local government decision-making.
- Evaluated land use proposals for compliance with local zoning regulations.
- Reviewed and recommended amendments to existing zoning ordinances and codes.
Education
Masters Degree - Educational Leadership
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05-2027
Bachelors Degree - History
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL05-2004
Advanced Placement Instructor Training - AP US History, AP Government & Politics, AP Macroeconomics
College Board
Skills
- Faith-Based Counseling
- Community Engagement
- Teacher leadership
- Organizational Leadership
- School improvement planning
- Curriculum Design
- AP curriculum development
- Assessment and Evaluation
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Multi-Grade Instruction
- Student achievement
References
Available upon request
Achievements And Recognition
- College Board Honor Roll Recognition (2024-2025) – Recognized for significant growth in AP program participation and student achievement
- 10+ Years of Advanced Placement Instruction – Consistent track record of rigorous, effective teaching and student success
- Teacher Mentor Designation (2015-Present) – Selected to lead professional development and instructional coaching initiatives
- SAC Committee Chairman – Leading strategic school improvement and planning initiatives
- 8 Years of AP Assessment Experience (2016-Present) – Extensive expertise in evaluating student work and maintaining College Board standards
- 12 Years of Civic Leadership (2013-Present) – Long-standing service on Planning and Zoning Board demonstrating commitment to community development
- Multi-Grade & Multi-Disciplinary Expertise – Proficiency in K-6, middle school, and secondary instruction; expertise in AP social sciences, Philosophy, Ethics, and assessment methodology
Timeline
Ordained Minister & Bivocational Worship Leader
CHURCH AT SUN COAST
01.2019 - Current
AP Essay Scorer
EDUCATIONAL TESTING SERVICE (ETS)
01.2016 - Current
Teacher Mentor & AP Instructor
WEST NASSAU HIGH SCHOOL
01.2015 - Current
Board Member
NASSAU COUNTY PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD
01.2013 - Current
Masters Degree - Educational Leadership
Western Governors University
Bachelors Degree - History
University of North Florida
Advanced Placement Instructor Training - AP US History, AP Government & Politics, AP Macroeconomics
College Board