State University English Teacher

CHRISTOPHER LEO COUCH

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717-***-**** (cell)

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Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania 17055

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Professional Objective, working in a serving position (not everyone wants to serve) within my disciplines of learning, administration, or the fine arts

Learning

BA Communication Arts, Literature, Grove City College

MA English, Miami University

certificate, teaching and supervision in private schools, all grades, issued in Ohio (no expiration)

course work in exegesis and hermeneutics, Bethany Theological Seminary

certified Mandated Reporter of Child Abuse, Family Support Alliance of Pennsylvania

certified food handler by the FDA

Experience

2014-2015, Adjunct Instructor, ITT Technical Institute, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

I taught writing, group dynamics, and strategies of success.

2011-2014, further training in teaching and spiritual development; private tutoring and editing projects

2004-2011, Director of Learning Ministries, Trinity Lutheran Church, Camp Hill, Pennsylvania

I administered the learning programs for all ages in a church of three thousand members. I selected or composed resources. I recruited and trained teachers and helpers. I supervised staff and directed a budget. I developed and promoted new programs.

1996-2004, Professor at Messiah College

I taught courses in Communication and English. I directed the Writing Center, hiring and training staff tutors. I handled their professional development as well, managed payroll, and supervised all other operation of the center. I also directed START, a summer intensive for conditionally-admitted students.

1994-1998, adjunct teaching at Harrisburg Area Community College, Penn State University Harrisburg, and Lebanon Valley College

1991-1994, Director of Christian Education, Second Presbyterian Church, Carlisle, Pennsylvania

I administered the learning program for all ages with special emphasis in youth ministry.

1989-1990, Upper English Teacher, The Summit Country Day School, Cincinnati, Ohio

I taught courses in English and Dramatics. I directed plays. I founded and advised the Environmentalist Club.

1984-1990, Teaching Assistant and Fellow at Miami University

I taught first-year writing and literature. I enjoyed Honors work in university program administrator, directing the staff and operation of four Composition computer labs.

1981-1984, Director of Christian Education, First Presbyterian Church, Fort Thomas, Kentucky

1980-1981, Youth Ministry Director, Westwood First Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, Ohio

1979-1980, actor and administrator, Lamb’s Players, San Diego, California

Memberships

Pi Gammu Mu (Speech), Sigma Tau Delta (English), Omicron Delta Kappa (Business), Mortar Board (Leadership), Theta Alpha Phi (theatre), Lambda Iota Tau (Literature)

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