I was born and raised near Greenville, Michigan, and attended college at Cornerstone University from August 2002-May 2007.
I taught science (6-12) as well as health, PE, math, and consumer life skills in Chefornak, Alaska from August 2007-May 2009.
After leaving Alaska, I taught middle school science (6-8) at Emmanuel Christian School near Toledo, Ohio.
Because my fiancée (now wife) was a Ph.D. student at the Mayo Clinic, I moved to Minnesota to be near her, and we lived in Rochester, MN for several years (2010-2016)
Most recently, I am employed by Grand Rapids Public Schools and we are living back home "on the farm."
Grand Rapids Public Schools, Grand Rapids, MI August 31, 2016 -
Chemistry and Biology Teacher
Kasson-Mantorville School District, Kasson, MN August 2012 – July 2016
Taught courses in Chemistry, General Chemistry, Biology, and Environmental Science.
Provided an academically challenging classroom environment for all students, while providing scaffolding for students struggling with content.
Planned and supervised a variety of hands on activities including wet labs and field labs.
Fostered the integration of academic and “real-world” concepts by facilitating dialog between students and community experts.
Improved student achievement through lesson collaboration as part of the science department’s Professional Learning Community.
Assisted in the planning and promotion of inter-district activities and services as a member of the Zumbro Education District Advisory Council from 2013 through 2016.
Received recognition as Rochester Post-Bulletin’s Teacher of the Month in January 2015 and tenure after 3rd year of service.
Sales Associate
Rochester Fish and Pets
Provided information about and demonstrated animal care
Assisted customers in choosing the right care or food product for their needs
Ran cash register
Stocked and Faced shelves utilizing FIFO principles
Daily and Long Term Substitute Teacher
Rochester Area School Districts: August 2011 – July 2012
Rochester, Kasson-Mantorville, Dover-Eyota, Stewartville, & Rochester Central Lutheran
Managed student behavior and maintained a safe classroom environment.
Presented lessons prepared by classroom teachers.
Part Time Biology Teacher/Lunchroom Aide/ECFE Classroom Aide/M.S. Gifted and Talented Teacher
Montgomery-Lonsdale Schools, Montgomery, Minnesota August 2010 - June 2011
Created and Implemented content-rich lessons for 10th grade biology students.
Developed middle school enrichment programs to engage students in scientific pursuits such as a regional ISEF science fair.
Maintained a safe and inviting school environment for students of all ages as a lunchroom monitor, an ECFE aide, and a positive adult role model.
I enjoy reading, a few video games (no time for this in my life anymore!), and my biggest hobby was raising fancy poultry. I have recently began raising Blattodea sp.
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