Resume Chris Clark

ChristopherClark
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Mission
Build strong productive communities through the education of our youth founded in a science based curriculum in a
blended learning environment.
Education
MASTERS | SPRING 2014 | MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
Major: Masters of Arts in Education (MAED) 3.8 GPA
Concentrations: Literacy & Technology
BACHELORS | FALL 2010 | UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHARLOTTE
Major: Middle Grades Education 3.8 GPA
Concentrations/Certifications: Mathematics & Science (6-9)
Professional
SKILLS
Versed in Common Core Curriculum
Successful use of Power School grade management system to keep parents informed of student performance
Implementation of P.E.A.K. classroom management and learning systems
Certified in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Science Middle Years Programme (MYP)
Demonstrates extensive knowledge and practice of the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)
Enhances teaching and learning with the use of appropriate technology that matches the needs of each child
ACCOLADES
Inductee to the Teaching Fellows Institute at Charlotte (TFI Charlotte) 2015
Florida Department of Education Request for Use of Self-Created Science Videos Posted to Vimeo 2014
1 of 8 Finalists for the Piedmont Natural Gas S.T.E.M. Superstar Award to be Given Spring 2014
CMS S.T.E.M. All Star Awarded for Excellence in Science Education 2012
UNCC Department of Education Beginning Teacher Award 2011
Piedmont Middle School First Year Teacher of the Year 2011
LEADERSHIP
6th Grade Team Leader 2015-Present
Science Olympiad head coach for Piedmont IB Middle School nationally ranked performance 2012-2014
Established new program initiatives that increased length of season to enhance science learning and team comradery
Developed parent committees to oversee newly created departments that support student experience
Increased regional, state, and national performance every year as head coach
Motivated school community to build a legacy of rigorous and meaningful science education
Science Olympiad assistant & event coach for Piedmont IB Middle School nationally ranked performance 2010-2012
Presenter at the New Teacher Orientation for 6th Grade Science in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools 2013
Appointed by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Science District Leaders to Write 6th Grade Science Curriculum Guides 2013
Reflection of teaching practices through district, state, and national workshops/organizations
Involved member of the National Science Teachers Association (Attends local conferences and National Conference)
Active role in new teacher training for school and district
Consults with administration for new hire process during candidate interviews
Participated in 6th grade science study conducted by SRI International
International Baccalaureate Committee Member Piedmont IB Middle School 2012-Present
CERTIFICATIONS
North Carolina Licensure for Science and Mathematics in Middle Grades Education (6-9)
Praxis II certified Science and Mathematics in Middle Grades Education (6-9)
International Baccalaureate (IB) Science Middle Years Programme (MYP) Level II Certification
Experience
6TH GRADE SCIENCE EDUCATOR | PIEDMONT IB MIDDLE SCHOOL | 2011-PRESENT
Instruction driven by:
Inquisitive learning
Student creation of unique products representing complex scientific concepts
Belief that solid science knowledge, problem solving skills, and ability to foster authentic/unique prose creates a
populace that make thoughtful, informed, holistic decisions
Grade level science lead and head P.L.C. member
Differentiates varied levels of student readiness in the same classroom
Proven performance working in high-need, high poverty, urban school settings
Creating long lasting relationship within the community to increase student involvement
Assembled a series of self-made science videos to begin integrating the Flipped Classroom model of instruction
Ability to align the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) with local state standards to plan science instruction
Average student performance teacher rating on End of Year Science Exam (7.49 out of 8) far exceeds expected growth
for district & state (between -2 & +2). District average (-0.6) 2013
7TH GRADE MATHEMATICS EDUCATOR | JAY M. ROBINSON MIDDLE SCHOOL | 2011-2011
Created 21st century citizens through data driven instruction
Proven performance working in suburban school settings
Differentiated instruction based on ability level
Contributing PLC member
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