Mark Skiles
Papillion
Summary
Professional educator with high standards and strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Adept at developing and implementing engaging science curricula that foster critical thinking and practical skills. Reliable and adaptable, skilled in classroom management, differentiated instruction, and integrating technology to enhance learning. Known for building positive student relationships and fostering supportive learning environment.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
High School Science Teacher
Conestoga Jr./Sr. High School
08.2021 - Current
- Courses taught: Biology, Advanced Biology (dual credit through Nebraska Wesleyan University), Zoology, Anatomy and Physiology, Earth Science 1
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to foster critical thinking and scientific inquiry among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that integrate science with other subject areas.
- Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Facilitated hands-on laboratory experiments, ensuring safety protocols and effective use of scientific equipment.
- Coaching responsibilities: head girls basketball coach, varsity assistant girls basketball coach, head junior high volleyball coach
- Other duties: Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) committee member; Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) committee member; Building Leadership Team committee member
High School Science Teacher
Ralston High School
08.2018 - 07.2021
- Courses taught: Biology, Physical Science, Athletic Training, Zoology, Current Events in Science
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Enhanced classroom environment for effective learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world applications of scientific concepts.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance; consistently enforced policies while maintaining fairness and respect toward all students.
- Implemented inquiry-based learning techniques in the classroom, promoting curiosity and active engagement among students.
- Coaching duties: varsity assistant girls basketball; varsity assistant volleyball
Middle School Science Teacher
Papillion La Vista Community Schools (La Vista Middle School)
08.1995 - 07.2018
- Courses taught: Life Science, Earth Science, Science Electives
- Designed and implemented engaging science curricula that fostered student inquiry and exploration.
- Facilitated hands-on experiments to deepen understanding of scientific concepts among diverse learners.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and effective teaching strategies.
- Led extracurricular science clubs, encouraging student participation in STEM activities beyond the classroom.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating hands-on experiments and demonstrations into lesson plans.
- Coaching duties: head girls and boys basketball coach; assistant boys basketball coach; assistant wrestling coach; assistant volleyball coach; assistant football coach
- Other responsibilities: team leader; Curriculum tool-box committee member; Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) committee member; cooperating teacher for four student teachers
High School Science Teacher
Clark County School District (Las Vegas High School)
08.1994 - 07.1995
- Courses taught: Physical Science, General Science, Earth Science
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of complex scientific concepts.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to improve student participation and learning outcomes.
- Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that integrate science with other subject areas.
High School/Junior High Science Teacher
Fairbury Public Schools
08.1993 - 07.1994
- Courses taught: Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, Earth Science
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state science standards.
- Facilitated hands-on experiments to enhance student understanding of scientific concepts.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies to promote a positive learning environment.
- Coaching duties: varsity assistant football; head junior high boys basketball
Education
No Degree - Biology
University of Nebraska At Kearney
Kearney, NEMaster of Arts - Secondary Science Education
University of Nebraska At Omaha
Omaha, NE01-2004
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Science Education
Wayne State College
Wayne, NE01-1993
High School Diploma -
Wilcox Public Schools
Wilcox, NE01-1988
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
Accomplishments
Received the Papillion-LaVista Secondary Teacher of the Year award in 2000
Affiliations
- Member of the Nebraska Master Naturalists
- Member of the Nebraska Association of Teachers of Science
- Trout in the Classroom instructor
Certification
Nebraska State Teaching Certificate
Timeline
High School Science Teacher
Conestoga Jr./Sr. High School
08.2021 - Current
High School Science Teacher
Ralston High School
08.2018 - 07.2021
Middle School Science Teacher
Papillion La Vista Community Schools (La Vista Middle School)
08.1995 - 07.2018
High School Science Teacher
Clark County School District (Las Vegas High School)
08.1994 - 07.1995
High School/Junior High Science Teacher
Fairbury Public Schools
08.1993 - 07.1994
No Degree - Biology
University of Nebraska At Kearney
Master of Arts - Secondary Science Education
University of Nebraska At Omaha
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Science Education
Wayne State College
High School Diploma -
Wilcox Public Schools