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Jeff Criswell

Jeff Criswell

Marietta,GA

Summary

Bold witness for Christ. Dynamic visionary who wants to change the world, one student at a time. Devoted educator who challenges kids to reach their potential. Hard worker, team player. Gifted communicator who loves the written word. Funny as heck.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Congressional Candidate

Jeff for GA, Inc.
Atlanta - Area, GA
07.2023 - Current

-Ran as a Republican U.S. Congressional candidate in GA-6 during the 2024 election.

-First time ever candidate - this was a heavy Democrat area that I never had a chance to win, but felt like I should run, anyway.

-Now running in Georgia's 14th Congressional District, where I hope to unseat Marjorie Taylor Greene.

-Motivated by faith: my main agenda is Jesus - let's create a revival that starts at the top of government.

Roadside Service Provider

Allstate Good Hands Rescue Network
Kansas City / Atlanta, GA
01.2018 - Current

- Provide roadside services, including: tire changes, battery jump start, car door-unlock, fuel delivery.

- Enjoy the flexibility of the part-time gig.

- Have met many interesting people, some who I believe will end up voting for me.

- Enjoy the spirit of giving aid.

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Teacher

Gwinnett County Schools
Lilburn, GA
08.2022 - 06.2023

- Developed lesson plans aligned with state standards and student needs.

- Implemented engaging instructional strategies to foster student participation.

- Collaborated with colleagues to create a positive learning environment.

- Led a student business team to the national finals of an entrepreneurial competition.

- Taught for the first time ever, a 10th-grade English/Business hybrid class.

Rater

Educational Testing Service, ETS
Work From Home, GA
01.2010 - 06.2017

- Rated thousands and thousands of writing samples submitted in response to prompts.

- Worked primarily in ETS' TOEIC and TOEFL programs, but also scored SAT responses.

- Enjoyed the flexibility of working from home.

- Assigned rating based on guidelines and criteria.

Founder

A.D. Starr Baseball Co.
Kennesaw, GA
01.1990 - 07.2000

- Started A.D. Starr Baseball Co. from scratch.

- Imported equipment from China.

- Named the brand after my sons, Aaron and Donnie.

- Built the brand to almost 2000 customers and 60,000 dozen balls shipped per year.

- Sold the brand profitably in 2000.

- Thrilled that the brand now belongs to Dick's Sporting Goods and serves as the official ball of the Little League World Series.

Education

Master of Arts - Teaching

Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA
07-2025

Master of Arts - English Literature

Morehead State University
Morehead, KY
08-2014

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA
08-2001

Skills

  • Public speaking
  • Verbal communication
  • Communication skills
  • Assessment strategies
  • Student engagement
  • Cultural awareness

Timeline

Congressional Candidate

Jeff for GA, Inc.
07.2023 - Current

Teacher

Gwinnett County Schools
08.2022 - 06.2023

Roadside Service Provider

Allstate Good Hands Rescue Network
01.2018 - Current

Rater

Educational Testing Service, ETS
01.2010 - 06.2017

Founder

A.D. Starr Baseball Co.
01.1990 - 07.2000

Master of Arts - Teaching

Kennesaw State University

Master of Arts - English Literature

Morehead State University

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

University of Virginia
Jeff Criswell
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