Ryan Brendel
Bartelso,IL
Summary
Highly skilled student-focused educational leader possessing a strong commitment to the development of students, staff and providing a stimulating, safe, and motivating learning environment. Dynamic visionary leader with proven track record in collaborating with the school community, increasing student academics, and maintaining excellence in education. Trustworthy professional with superior communication skills to develop strong and lasting relationships with all members of the school community.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Studies Teacher
Carlyle Jr. High School - CUSD #1
09.2012 - Current
- Member of the School Technology Committee and School Crisis Committee
- Educated students regarding national and global social issues and influencing factors.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Developed instructional aids for classroom use and encouraged student participation.
- Used computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment to supplement presentations.
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students.
- Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
- Encouraged consistent classroom attendance and managed student behavior using constructive criticism.
- Discussed important historical figures, dates and events which helped shape modern world.
- Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
- Researched latest teaching techniques and incorporated into lesson delivery to improve concept acquisition.
- Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to keep parents informed of student progress.
- Completed documentation of attendance, grades and other required details.
- Established and communicated clear objectives for all educational activities.
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
- Worked with principal's office on disciplinary and safety issues.
- Met or exceeded course and student performance goals.
- Led classroom activities for play-based and immersive learning.
- Proctored quizzes, tests and standardized examinations.
General Foreman
Rooters American Maintenance
05.2012 - Current
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Reviewed blueprints, specifications and drawings to fully understand project scope ahead of time.
- Kept teams properly supplied with materials, tools, plans and supplementary assistance to meet project deadlines.
- Performed job safety analysis on daily basis to mitigate risks for all workers and visitors to job sites.
- Ordered necessary supplies and materials required for installation of new work
- Prepared daily time cards and assisted in preparation of estimates and scope of work statements.
- Liaised between field engineers and trade workers align construction projects with drawings and specifications.
- Assigned daily duties to each employee based upon individual strengths, effectively completing multiple sealing jobs on time.
- Delivered project updates to customers, and upper management about detailed issues that could halt work progress.
- Maintained cost-effective inventory of spare parts to help achieve production goals.
- Utilized backhoe, skid loader, crack fill and sealer application equipment to clean, maintain and preserver asphalt.
- Spoke with asphalt customers and answered questions regarding concerns and requests.
Social Science and English Teacher
Lebanon Junior High, District #9
08.2008 - 05.2012
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
- Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students.
- Planned and implemented integrated Science and English lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Developed instructional aids for classroom use and encouraged student participation.
- Encouraged consistent classroom attendance and managed student behavior using constructive criticism.
- Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
- Researched latest teaching techniques and incorporated into lesson delivery to improve concept acquisition.
- Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate scientific topics.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to keep parents informed of student progress.
- Completed documentation of attendance, grades and other required details.
- Established and communicated clear objectives for all educational activities.
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
- Worked with principal's office on disciplinary and safety issues.
- Served as languages department member and attended meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Met or exceeded course and student performance goals.
- Led classroom activities for play-based and immersive learning.
- Proctored quizzes, tests and standardized examinations.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership And Curriculum Development
McKendree University
Lebanon, IL07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
McKendree University
Lebanon, IL12.2007
Skills
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL:
- Curriculum Evaluation
- Instructional Leadership
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Parent Engagement and Communication Relations
- Policy and Procedure Enforcement
- Technology and Infrastructure Planning
- Federal, State and Local Regulations Adherence
- Student Activity Program Planning
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- Positive Learning Environment
- Academic Standards Management
- School Security and Safety Procedures
- Technology Integration
- Student Achievement
- Common Core Learning Standards
- Standardized Test Results Review
- Academic Administration
- Staff Leadership
- Program Funding Solicitation and Fundraising Documentation
- Educational Strategies
SOCIAL STUDIES
- Different Learning Styles
- Interactive Media
- Social Behaviors
- Distance Learning
- Multimedia Presentations
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Chaperoning Events
- Committee Leadership
- Classroom Integration
- Informative Lectures
- Academic Standards
- Special Needs Curriculum
- Current Events
- Online Systems
- Participation Strategies
- Effective Written and Verbal Communication
- Positive Interactions
- Providing Resources
- Effective Planning
- Educational Software
Affiliations
Santa Fe Fire District
- Firefighter and First Responder
Sons of the American Legion
Certification
- Education Principalship Endorsement: Pre-K - age 22
- Teacher Evaluation Certification
- Type 03 Elementary Certificate
- Self-Contained General Education Endorsement: K-9
- Middle School Endorsements: General Science, Language Arts, and Social Science
- First Responder
Timeline
Social Studies Teacher
Carlyle Jr. High School - CUSD #1
09.2012 - Current
General Foreman
Rooters American Maintenance
05.2012 - Current
Social Science and English Teacher
Lebanon Junior High, District #9
08.2008 - 05.2012
Master of Science - Educational Leadership And Curriculum Development
McKendree University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
McKendree University
- Education Principalship Endorsement: Pre-K - age 22
- Teacher Evaluation Certification
- Type 03 Elementary Certificate
- Self-Contained General Education Endorsement: K-9
- Middle School Endorsements: General Science, Language Arts, and Social Science
- First Responder
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