Chris Caruthers
Frisco
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
History Teacher
Founders Classical Academy
Frisco, TX
2023.07 - Current
- Taught 7th Grade Western Civilization II/Texas History and 8th Grade US History to 150 students in classroom setting.
- Prepared various classroom activities and assessment methods to promote retention of study materials.
- Maintained regular verbal and written communication with school counselors and parents to update with student progress, class schedules and important test dates.
- Delivered prepared lesson plans using instructional materials and tools.
- Employed appropriate teaching methods to cater to individual educational needs of each student.
Provided advice and guidance to students needing morale-boosting and academic advising. - Created lesson plans, course materials and homework assignments covering established coursework and textbook information.
- Advised students on academic progress, goals and achievement.
- Participated in departmental curriculum development, program administration and committee management.
Komodos Sr Committee
Jakarta Komodos Rugby Club, I
03.2022 - Current
- Helped friendly matches with the other Jakarta based teams setting up fixtures for the 2023 Jakarta Rugby XV season
- Arranged the internal club and friendly matches including checking field availability and booking the time slot
- Worked with the chairman and other members of the Senior Committee with decisions that needed to be made for the club
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
AP Economics Teacher
Pathway Christian Prep Academy
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Taught 19 South Korean students
- Planned and implemented engaging synchronous and asynchronous lessons using Buzz and Zoom using variety of online presentation/education tools
- Created recorded video lessons and structured support for students learning remotely
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Secondary English and Global Perspectives Teacher
Ichthus School West
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet international standards
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results
- Implemented and encouraged debate-style classroom environment to increase student engagement and promote critical thinking.
English Teacher
Tunas Bangsa Christian School
07.2018 - 06.2022
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design and maintain curriculum.
- Employed visual and auditory approaches to make lessons more interesting and interactive for students.
- Participated in department and employee team meetings to discuss student performance and academic achievement.
- Responded to all students, parents and teachers inquiries and educated them regarding the Cambridge IGCSE curriculum and the standards needed as the TBGV Cambridge coordinator.
ESL Teacher
EF English First Indonesia
07.2017 - 06.2019
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Coached students on English pronunciation and intonation for eloquent conversation.
- Set assessments to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
- Promoted critical thinking to build subject engagement and interaction.
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Supported students holistically to achieve academic success.
- Reviewed course materials and student progress to identify strengths and weaknesses for future improvements.
- Facilitated class discussion to help students work through questions and expand understanding.
- Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
English Tutor
e-Talks
01.2016 - 08.2017
- Organized a community outreach to several universities in Jakarta to assist students with practicing conversation English
- Hosted Bridge Event once a month with the focus on leadership
- Volunteered with groups and organizations to help make measurable differences for program recipients
- Met with other volunteers and program leaders to discuss new service opportunities
- Adhered to organization procedures and instructions to maintain safety for program participants and other workers.
Assistant Manager
Family Christian
01.2015 - 09.2015
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
- Developed strategy to increase sales and drive profits.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
Customer Service & Sales Representative
Toyota Rent A Car
04.2013 - 07.2014
- Top seller in coverages and insurance at the McKinney branch
- Sales per rental agreements ranged from $4.99-$700
- Top 3 in sales out of 21 CSSR in 6 branches
- Top seller in both Fall and Spring ‘Make it Rain' sales contest
- Customer service by explaining rental agreement, coverages, and car options
- Daily Business Report -Fleet inventory -Process invoices, rental agreements, and insurance claims
- Accounts receivable insurance claims, leisure rentals, body shop rentals, and service rentals.
- Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
- Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
- Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
- Clarified customer issues and determined root cause of problems to resolve product or service complaints.
- Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
- Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.
Education
Master of Education - Curriculum & Instruction: Teacher, Teacher Leadership
Dordt University
Online, Sioux Center, Iowa05.2024
No Degree - TESOL
University of Arizona
Online, Tucson, Arizona09.2020
No Degree - TEFL
TEFL Training College
Online06.2017
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Stirling
Stirling, Scotland07.2010
Skills
- Secondary Education
- Teacher Education
- English History Expertise
- Teacher Support and Collaboration
- Google Classroom
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Language Instruction
- Grade Recording
- Positive Learning Environment
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Standardized Testing
- Learning Assessments
- Core Curriculum and Standards
- Class Encouragement
- Organizational Abilities
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Online or Virtual Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Instructional Techniques
- Social Development
- Professional Development
- Time Management
- Business Administration
- Overseeing Employees
- Managing Multiple Priorities
- Training and Development
- Merchandising
- Employee Coaching and Mentoring
- Cash Deposits and Receipts
- Training
- Team Motivation
- Customer Relations
- Customer Service and Satisfaction
- Money Handling
- Corrective Actions
- Upselling
- Inbound Customer Calls
- Special Requests
- Public Presentations
- Effective Customer Communication
- Team Goals
- Providing Feedback
Additional Information
- Honors & Awards , Stirling Clansmen Offensive Lineman of the Year-2009/10 - Rob Orr, Head Football Coach of the University of Stirling American Football May 2010
- Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Award 2022 - Cambridge University Press & Assessment April 2022
Timeline
History Teacher
Founders Classical Academy
2023.07 - Current
AP Economics Teacher
Pathway Christian Prep Academy
03.2023 - 12.2023
Secondary English and Global Perspectives Teacher
Ichthus School West
07.2022 - 09.2022
Komodos Sr Committee
Jakarta Komodos Rugby Club, I
03.2022 - Current
English Teacher
Tunas Bangsa Christian School
07.2018 - 06.2022
ESL Teacher
EF English First Indonesia
07.2017 - 06.2019
English Tutor
e-Talks
01.2016 - 08.2017
Assistant Manager
Family Christian
01.2015 - 09.2015
Customer Service & Sales Representative
Toyota Rent A Car
04.2013 - 07.2014
Master of Education - Curriculum & Instruction: Teacher, Teacher Leadership
Dordt University
No Degree - TESOL
University of Arizona
No Degree - TEFL
TEFL Training College
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Stirling
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