John C. Krebs
Centreville,VA
Summary
Dedicated History Teacher offering 10-year background educating children in brain-based, nurturing and culturally diverse learning environment. Recognized for adapting teaching methods, enthusiasm during lessons and materials to meet students' varying needs and employing a broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximize learning. Encouraging and motivational professional committed to maintaining highest standards of professional integrity and reliability.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Middle School Teacher
Loudoun Country Day School
07.2015 - Current
- Subjects taught are Modern World History and Ancient World History focusing on project based learning and supporting students to develop historical curiosity through a customized curriculum, primary source analysis, and a positive classroom environment
- Developed customized curriculum focusing to advance intuition skills, develop historical perspective, curiosity, and ability to interpret historical events through connections to modern events
- Sponsored, mentored and guided over 60 students to compete in the National History Day competition with research skills and developing their historical argument, working with STEM to build websites
- 6 students advanced to the state level NHD competition with 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place results; 1 student advanced to the final competition
- Chaired Social Studies Committee for 10 year VAIS accreditation, leading a team of 6 other educators to compile list of strengths, areas of improvement, and recommendations to help to improve
- Homebase advisor for 8-12 students every year supporting their growth and providing tools to succeed including character education, executive functioning skills, time management, and organizational skills
- Student Council Advisor; lead fundraisers, inspired students from multiple grade levels to lead and take initiative as an officer or representative to create dances, events for students to attend, and fundraisers for local charities
- Created a fundraiser initiative for students to participate in that raised $750 to donate to Paws4Vets
- Organized students into committees to complete various tasks
- Works closely with the student council president offering one-on-one mentorship developing leadership skills and ways to inspire the student council he/she led through their behavior, demeanor, and school community involvement
- Designed leadership program for the student body to engage in, developing individual leadership skills, encouraging service and giving back, to prepare them for high school and beyond
- Emceed pep rallies and track meets, announcing students entering and keeping events on time
- Assistant lacrosse coach (2018-2023), specializing in defense, striving to develop skills for new players, encouraging teamwork and proper sportsmanship
- Created a curriculum to implement distance learning using Google Suite, instructing via Google Meets and Zoom
- Taught Pre-Algebra from 2015-2020 though differentiated instruction, hands on manipulatives, and building a positive relationship with math
Owner
Carpe Tempus Photography
01.2021 - Current
- Created three stylized covers for school magazines
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Captured, edited, and uploaded hundreds of photos of sports and other events for use on school website and publications
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance with the Adobe Suite.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
Wine Educator
Breaux Vineyards
05.2018 - 08.2021
- Executed tastings and educated customers on different wines, creating an enjoyable experience to achieve customer satisfaction
- To increase content knowledge, took initiative to research different varieties of grapes and their impact on wines
- Used a multi-point retail system to start tabs, look up price points for products, and to finish customer's orders
- Trained new educators in customer service skills and using multi-point POS systems
Substitute Teacher
Loudoun County Public Schools
02.2014 - 07.2015
- Dedicated to work, accumulating over 800 hours
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Front Desk Attendant
Golds Gym
12.2012 - 01.2015
- Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
- Planned coverage needs and organized services to support incoming special events.
- Conducted guided tours and informed guests about programs offered.
- Trained new employees to greet members kindly and work a POS system.
- Employee of the Month – September 2013
Customer Service Clerk
Harris Teeter
07.2006 - 12.2012
- Started off as a bagger and through dedication and hard work, advanced to customer service
clerk - Trained new employees on multiple types of POS, multi-line phone operation, proper
procedures on handling irate customers, and how to stay organized. - Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
- Issued receipts and processed refunds, credits, or exchanges.
- Educated customers on best-fit selections by listening to personal desires and purchase limitations.
- Kept front check out area clean and organized for efficient service.
Education
Bachelors of Science - History Education
Franciscan University of Steubenville
Steubenville, OH12-2012
Skills
- Curriculum implementation
- Faculty collaboration
- Small group instruction
- Interactive teaching and learning
- Motivating students
- Microsoft Office
- Google Suite
- Zoom and Google Meet
- Adobe Suite
Certification
- Responsive Classroom for Middle School students
- MAT Certification (expires 10/10/2027)
- MAT Diabetes Certification (expires 8/19/2027)
- CPR + First Aid (expires 10/4/2026)
Timeline
Owner
Carpe Tempus Photography
01.2021 - Current
Wine Educator
Breaux Vineyards
05.2018 - 08.2021
Middle School Teacher
Loudoun Country Day School
07.2015 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Loudoun County Public Schools
02.2014 - 07.2015
Front Desk Attendant
Golds Gym
12.2012 - 01.2015
Customer Service Clerk
Harris Teeter
07.2006 - 12.2012
Bachelors of Science - History Education
Franciscan University of Steubenville