Human Resource High School

CONSTANTINE ERIC DACTELIDES

Qingdao, Shandong, China 918-***-**** 918-***-****

*****.**@*****.*** https://www.linkedin.com/in/constantine-dactelides- PROFILE SUMMARY

Dedicated educator, athletic academic program director, and international curriculum leader with 20+ years of experience driving holistic student success across U.S. and Chinese high school systems. Proven expertise in program development, student-athlete mentoring, community engagement, and cross-cultural education. Recognized for building inclusive academic service centers, leading innovative extracurricular initiatives, and fostering collaborative student, parent, and faculty environments. Committed to transformational change through positivity, leadership, and lifelong learning. CORE COMPETENCIES

Curriculum Development Instructional Design Student Engagement Public Speaking & Communication Cross-Cultural Collaboration Academic Mentorship Program Management Educational Leadership College & Career Readiness Coaching

Conflict Resolution Team Building & Coaching Performance Improvement Activity Planning Stakeholder Engagement Community Outreach Behavioral Management Strategic Planning Adaptability Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Proven ability to design and implement academic and extracurricular programs that drive student achievement and engagement.

Skilled in guiding students through personal, academic, and behavioral challenges with empathy and structure.

Extensive experience preparing students for post-secondary success through interview prep, IELTS training, and goal setting.

Able to work across diverse cultural environments and build strong rapport with students, staff, and families.

Effective in developing student confidence through debate, drama, and Socratic-style dialogue facilitation.

Experienced coach and mentor, promoting teamwork, discipline, and competitive excellence in multiple sports programs. OVERSEAS PROFESSIONAL HISTORY

Cambridge International A-Level English & PE Teacher Jiaonan No. 1 High School, Qingdao, China Jul 2023 – Present Drama Teacher/Debate Coach/ECA Coordinator Jinan Foreign Language School, Shandong, China Sep 2021 – Jul 2023 PE & Global Leadership Teacher/Athletic Director Maple Leaf International School, Xi’an, China Feb 2021 – Sep 2021 Sino-American Curriculum Educator / ECA Director Tai’an No. 1 High School, Shandong, China Feb 2020 – Feb 2021 International ESL Teacher ELAN English (2019-2020) & EF English First (2015-2017), Shanghai, China International Cambridge A-Level & PE Teacher Zhengzhou Foreign Language School, Henan, China 2017 – 2019

Designed and implemented 50+ unique extracurricular and academic development programs across 7 schools and 3 provinces.

Led engaging activities like USA Flag Football, Ultimate Frisbee, Chess, 3-on-3 Basketball, Phase 10 Card Tournament, and Popsicle-Stick STEM Bridge Building competition to boost student participation.

Directly supported the growth and transformation of over 2,600 students, with a 93% high engagement success rate.

Trained students in critical thinking, citing sources, collaborative learning, and project development.

Successfully reversed aversion to teamwork, instilling habits of debate, inquiry, and confidence.

Facilitated the development of soft skills critical to international university success (research, discussion, logic).

Maintained high standards through multiple COVID-19 lockdowns, ensuring student continuity via Zoom. PROFESSIONAL HISTORY

In-School Suspension Monitor, Assistant Track & Field Coach, Assistant Cross Country Coach Jan 2013 – Aug 2015 Evergreen Park High School, Evergreen Park, IL

Implemented "Before, During, and After" school programs to provide additional support to all students.

Contributed to a positive change in student behavior, attendance, effort, and achievement.

Coached student-athletes to success, including state qualifiers in Cross Country and Track & Field. 21st Century Community Learning Center/After-School Program Director (Grant Manager) Jul 2010 – Sep 2011 South Bend Community School Corporation, South Bend, IN

Recruited by the district to revitalize and manage an academic enrichment program for two high schools (Riley & Washington), which successfully halted their scheduled closure by the Indiana Department of Education.

Hired and led a multidisciplinary team including teachers, peer tutors, student-athlete mentors, and parent volunteers.

Managed program operations, including reporting, budgeting, and compliance with state and federal education standards.

Built partnerships with institutions like Notre Dame, St. Mary’s, Bethel, IUSB, and Ivy Tech to support academic programs.

Launched initiatives like Alumni Alive, and a financial literacy tournament with Bank of America and NFL/Visa.

Reported directly to the Indiana DOE Fiscal Office, ensuring effective use of grant funds and program goals are met. Assistant Women's Track & Field Coach (Distances) Aug 2008 – Jul 2010 Robert Morris University, Chicago, IL

Applied academic study tables for all Track & Field student-athletes, providing academic support and resources to ensure their success both on and off the field.

Recruited prospective student-athletes, identifying and attracting talented individuals to enhance the university's athletic program.

Contributed to a program focused on aerobic and anaerobic conditioning, life skills, and community service, promoting holistic student-athlete development and fostering a culture of excellence.

Guided student-athletes through academic, physical, and personal preparation for competition at the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) level, emphasizing eligibility, development, and sportsmanship. Play It Smart Athletic Academic Coach / South Bend, IN Aug 2002 – Aug 2009 National Football Foundation, Irving, TX

Developed and implemented "Before, During, and After" school programs to support student-athletes.

Increased the football team’s GPA from 1.92 to 3.54, resulting in 67 Honor Roll recognitions.

Designed and directed a Clothing & Life Necessities Drive that expanded from a single school to four schools over five years under my leadership. Spearheaded efforts at South Bend Clay HS and South Bend Adams HS, with my leadership and the dedication of student-athletes accounting for 156,258 of the total 190,255 items collected (82%). Personally oversaw the collection of 100,000 of the 113,000 items gathered in years 3–4 across all four schools (89%).

Engaged 1,040 student-athletes in community service projects from 2004–2008, with 680 from Clay and 178 from Adams HS; a combined 83% participation under my leadership.

Organized large-scale service events including DAC THE HALLS (1,967% growth), Calisthenics with the Colts (featuring NFL All-Pro Jeff Saturday), and strategic collaborations with the Indianapolis Colts, Chicago Bears, and the College Football Hall of Fame to elevate community engagement.

Coached and developed high-performing student-athletes: Girls Track & Field: 22 IHSAA Regional Qualifiers and 23 individual State Qualifiers (2003–2008). Boys Track & Field: Guided 4x800m Relay team to a Northern Indiana Conference Championship (2005), an individual Regional Champion (800m), and coached two individual State Qualifiers in the 800m run

(2005–2006).

Developed and implemented athletic academic programs at multiple schools: South Bend Clay HS (2002–2008), South Bend Adams HS (2006–2007), Chicago South Shore Academy (2008–2009), and Chicago Hubbard HS (2008–2009). Head Girls Track & Field Coach Assistant Coach (B/G CC, BTR, FB) Aug 2002 – Aug 2008 South Bend Clay High School, South Bend, IN

Led the Girls Track & Field program (2003–2008) to historic success, rewriting 15 of 16 Top-10 school records from 1974–2008 and achieving the 3rd-best IHSAA state finish in school history.

Coached 6 school record holders and 12 athletes who achieved all-time 2nd place school rankings and developed 23 individual IHSAA State Qualifiers and 3 Sectional and Regional Champions each.

Guided the Boys 4x800m relay team to a Northern Indiana Conference title (2005); coached multiple 800m Regional Champions and State Qualifiers (2005–2006).

Supported all athletic programs year-round with academic monitoring, fundraising, and strength and conditioning efforts.

Served as a multi-sport Game Day Statistician for the Athletic Director, covering baseball, wrestling, tennis, and basketball events.

Championed student-athlete development through strategic training plans, talent recruitment, and academic mentorship, fostering long-term athletic and academic success. Additional Experience

Summer YMCA Track & Field Director South Bend Clay High School location Aug 2003

Oklahoma Eagle Newspaper, Tulsa, OK Sports Reporter (Freelance) Aug 2001 – Dec 2002

Joliet Township High Schools, Joliet, IL Assistant Boys' Track & Field Coach, Volunteer Coach Jan 1999 – Aug 2001

Archbishop Quigley High School, Chicago, IL Head Cross Country Coach, Head Wrestling Coach Aug 2000 – Aug 2001

University of Illinois Chicago, Chicago, IL Swim & Dive Athletic Media Contact (Volunteer) 2000 - 2001

Perry Public Schools, Perry, OK Head Junior High Boys' Track & Field Coach 1998 – 1999

Perry High School Assistant Boys Track & Field Coach (Distances)

Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK Athletics Graduate Student, Athletics Media Contact, Athletics Compliance Intern, Men/Women Track & Field (Volunteer) 1996 - 1998 EDUCATION

Oklahoma State University

MS, Health, Physical Education & Leisure 1998

Secondary Social Studies Teacher Certification Program Completion 1998 Secondary (5-12) Teacher Certification Oklahoma Department of Education Illinois Department of Education (Active) BA, History 1994

American Sport Education Program (ASEP) Human Kinetics Coach Education Active 1999 Continuing Education

University of Dallas Pursued MBA / Sport & Entertainment Marketing Irving, TX 2012 Oklahoma State University Enrolled in an Educational Ethics doctoral course. Stillwater, OK 2001 Honors

College Football Hall of Fame All-Community Service Team From Director Rick Walls 2005 Oklahoma State University “Above & Beyond” Call of Duty From Head Track Coach Dick Weis 1997&1998

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