Hi, I’m
James Robert Fischer
Washington,DC
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience in international schools, specializing in student engagement and collaboration. Created innovative lesson plans that promote critical thinking and analysis, resulting in a student-centered learning environment. Demonstrated strong leadership and effective classroom management, leading to increased academic success and student participation.
Overview
20
years of professional experience
1
Certificate
4
Countries
2
Languages
Work History
District of Columbia International SchoolWashington, District of Columbia
IB DP Language and Literature Teaching Faculty
07.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse literature topics and themes.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance critical thinking and analysis skills.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development and instructional strategies.
Seoul International SchoolSeoul, South Korea
AP Language and Literature Teaching Faculty
07.2016 - 07.2022
Job overview
- Coached volleyball, basketball, and track & field teams to enhance athletic performance.
- Facilitated AP Language Arts curriculum delivery and student engagement.
- Participated in WASC accreditation study committee to ensure institutional compliance.
- Advised International Relations Club, fostering awareness of global issues among students.
Academia Cotopaxi American International SchoolQuito, Ecuador
IB DP Language and Literature Teaching Faculty
07.2014 - 07.2016
Job overview
- Coached varsity volleyball team, fostering skill development and teamwork among players.
- Taught IB English A: Literature for grades 11 and 12, enhancing critical thinking and analysis.
- Delivered IB English A: Language and Literature curriculum for grades 11 and 12, promoting language proficiency.
- Instructed English Language Arts for grade 10, focusing on comprehensive reading and writing skills.
Dalian American International SchoolDalian, China
AP Language and Literature Teaching Faculty
07.2011 - 07.2014
Job overview
- Facilitated AP Literature and Composition to enhance critical thinking skills.
- Conducted Advanced American Literature Seminar, promoting in-depth analysis of texts.
- Instructed English Language Arts for grades 9, 10, and 11, supporting diverse learning needs.
- Led Senior Seminar to prepare students for collegiate-level discourse.
- Organized English Language Saturday School to provide additional academic support.
- Taught Government and Ethics courses, fostering civic awareness and responsibility.
- Oversaw Yearbook production, encouraging collaboration and creativity among students.
Englewood High SchoolJacksonville, FL
English Teaching Faculty
07.2007 - 07.2011
Job overview
- Coached basketball, track & field, and golf teams, enhancing athletic performance and teamwork.
- Developed curriculum for English Language Arts courses for grades nine through twelve.
- Implemented engaging lesson plans to promote student participation and comprehension.
- Monitored student progress and provided constructive feedback to improve academic outcomes.
The Oxford SchoolPanama City, Panama
English Language Arts Teacher
07.2005 - 07.2006
Job overview
- Designed and executed English Language Arts programs for sixth, seventh, and eleventh grades.
Evaluated student assessments to track progress and adjust instructional strategies.
Led classroom activities that encouraged collaborative learning and discourse among students.
Created dynamic lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles and needs.
Education
State University of New York College At BuffaloBuffalo, NY
Master of Science from Multidisciplinary Studies in Education
05-2021
Florida State UniversityTallahassee, FL
Bachelor of Arts from English Language and Literature/Letters
06-2005
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Student-centered teaching
- Engaging lesson planning
- Collaboration
- Leadership
Certification
- ECIS Certificate in Child Protection, 05/21
- Professional Educator's Certificate, State of Florida Department of Education, English, Grades 6 - 12, 05/16
- International Baccalaureate Diploma Program Category 1 & 2 Language and Literature, 05/11
Timeline
IB DP Language and Literature Teaching Faculty
District of Columbia International School
07.2022 - Current
AP Language and Literature Teaching Faculty
Seoul International School
07.2016 - 07.2022
IB DP Language and Literature Teaching Faculty
Academia Cotopaxi American International School
07.2014 - 07.2016
AP Language and Literature Teaching Faculty
Dalian American International School
07.2011 - 07.2014
English Teaching Faculty
Englewood High School
07.2007 - 07.2011
English Language Arts Teacher
The Oxford School
07.2005 - 07.2006
State University of New York College At Buffalo
Master of Science from Multidisciplinary Studies in Education
Florida State University
Bachelor of Arts from English Language and Literature/Letters
Leadership Experience
- WASC Accreditation Steering Committee, 08/10 - 05/11
- Student Government Advisor, 08/09 - 05/11
- Team Leader Small Learning Community, 08/08 - 05/11
Coursework
- The Common Ground Collaborative, 05/15
- IB Literature Summer Conference, 05/14
- Advanced Placement (AP) Summer Institute, 05/11
- CHAMPS, 05/10
- CRISS, 05/09
- Foundations, 05/09
- Small Learning Community, 05/09
- AVID, 05/08
Coaching Experience
- Varsity Volleyball, Basketball, Track & Field Coach, 08/16 - 05/21
- Varsity Boys Volleyball Coach, 08/14 - 05/16
- Head Girls Track Coach, 08/09 - 05/11
- Head Boys Golf Coach, 08/07 - 05/11
- Boys Assistant Track Coach, 08/08 - 05/09
- Boys Assistant Basketball Coach, 08/08 - 05/09
Leadership Experience
- WASC Accreditation Steering Committee, 08/10 - 05/11
- Student Government Advisor, 08/09 - 05/11
- Team Leader Small Learning Community, 08/08 - 05/11
Coursework
- The Common Ground Collaborative, 05/15
- IB Literature Summer Conference, 05/14
- Advanced Placement (AP) Summer Institute, 05/11
- CHAMPS, 05/10
- CRISS, 05/09
- Foundations, 05/09
- Small Learning Community, 05/09
- AVID, 05/08