Christopher King
Chicago,IL
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teacher
Chicago Academy High School
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans and activities tailored to diverse learning needs, fostering increased student engagement.
- Assessed students’ performance through regular formative and summative assessments, providing timely feedback to students and parents to support academic growth.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Participated in professional development workshops through AUSL Teacher Residency to stay updated on the latest teaching strategies and educational trends, enhancing instructional effectiveness.
Special Education Classroom Assistant
The Collins Academy High School
11.2020 - 06.2023
- Provided individualized assistance and support to specific student with identified behavioral and functional needs within academic setting, fostering improved academic and behavioral outcomes.
- Guided independent study, enrichment work, and instruction set up by General Education classroom teacher and Special Education teacher, ensuring student progress.
- Collected and analyzed daily behavioral and academic performance data, facilitating targeted interventions and support strategies.
Team Leader
City Year AmeriCorps (CYCHI)
06.2020 - 11.2020
- Conducted monthly observations of corps members to support individual development and achieve site goals, contributing to professional growth of team members.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
- Monitored weekly performance measurement of team’s service to demonstrate impact to priority partners, ensuring accountability and effectiveness in service delivery.
Student Success Coach
City Year AmeriCorps (CYCHI)
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Coached six ninth-grade students daily on socio-emotional development and positive peer interaction, contributing to supportive learning environment.
- Executed 12 school events to promote positive school climate for students and families, enhancing community engagement and morale.
- Collaborated with partner teachers to develop weekly academic interventions for 12 students, addressing critical skill gaps and enhancing learning outcomes.
Attendance Coordinator
- Responsible for performing daily home calls for absent students, maintaining attendance records, and ensuring students adhere to attendance regulations, contributing to improved attendance rates and overall school performance.
Shift Manager
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
06.2014 - 06.2018
- Demonstrated operations management skills, ensuring adherence to standards and achieving objectives through effective leadership and communication.
- Provided exceptional customer service, contributing to high levels of customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Monitored labor cost and sales, maintaining proper cash procedures and accurate inventory, ensuring financial efficiency.
- Trained and developed crewmembers to operational standards, enhancing team performance and efficiency.
Church Intern
Broadmoor Baptist Church
08.2015 - 04.2018
- Led congregational worship and assisted Music Minister as a skilled musician, fostering meaningful worship experience.
- Organized and taught musical and artistic skills to children, contributing to their artistic development and engagement within church community.
- Contributed to improved worship experiences by collaborating with music ministry leaders on song selections and thematic elements for each service.
Education
M.Ed. in Special Education -
DePaul University
Chicago, IL06.2024
B.M. in Vocal Performance -
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA05.2020
Skills
- Events Coordination
- Differentiated Instruction
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Student Progress Monitoring
- Fostering Social and Emotional Development in Students
- Cultural Sensitivity and Promotion of Inclusive Learning Environment
- Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
Certification
Professional Educator Licensure (PEL) - Anticipated June 2024
Learning Behavior Specialist 1 (LBS1) - Anticipated June 2024
ELS (PARA) - Expires (6/30/2026)
Substitute Teaching License (STS) - Expires (6/30/20230)
Timeline
Student Teacher
Chicago Academy High School
08.2023 - 06.2024
Special Education Classroom Assistant
The Collins Academy High School
11.2020 - 06.2023
Team Leader
City Year AmeriCorps (CYCHI)
06.2020 - 11.2020
Student Success Coach
City Year AmeriCorps (CYCHI)
08.2019 - 06.2020
Church Intern
Broadmoor Baptist Church
08.2015 - 04.2018
Shift Manager
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
06.2014 - 06.2018
Attendance Coordinator
M.Ed. in Special Education -
DePaul University
B.M. in Vocal Performance -
Louisiana State University
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