Robin Blake
Kilmarnock
Summary
Caring Teacher with strong communication skills and drive to excite students about learning. Specializing in creating stimulating environments that help students achieve full potential and enjoy learning. Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with scholars, families, and colleagues.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Science and Performance Teacher
Chesapeake Academy
Irvington
05.2012 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum goals for PreK-8 grades without textbooks.
- Assessed student performance through diverse evaluation techniques and feedback methods.
- Fostered relationships with parents to enhance communication and support student success.
- Organized extracurricular activities to encourage student engagement and teamwork.
- Led professional development workshops for staff focusing on innovative teaching practices.
- Utilized technology tools to improve learning experiences and classroom efficiency.
- Maintained safe, orderly learning environments for all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to refine instructional methods and share resources.
- Supervised after-school activities, such as clubs, and coached volleyball, tennis, and swimming.
- Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, and the performing arts.
Swim Instructor, Lifeguard, CPR/FIrst Aid Terainer
YMCA
Kilmarnock
05.1995 - Current
- Instructed swim classes for various age groups and skill levels.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed during all swimming activities.
- Train community members in CPR, First Aid, as well as lifeguards, teachers, and YMCA staff.
Volunteer
YMCA, Lancaster County Schools, Dreamfields
Kilmarnock
06.1985 - Current
- Assisted with organizing community events and activities for local youth.
- Supported administrative tasks, including data entry and record keeping for programs.
- Coordinated volunteer schedules and responsibilities for various community projects.
- Trained new volunteers on organizational policies and event procedures effectively.
- Helped with prep, set up, and breakdown of community and public events.
- Offered support and assistance to community members.
- Collaborated with others by contributing time, effort and skills to achieve the organization's goals.
- Attended weekly meetings to discuss progress and future initiatives.
- Assisted with fundraising efforts, including event planning and donor outreach.
- Built partnerships with related organizations to develop support and gain greater attention for important issues.
Education
Master of Arts - Education, Talented And Gifted, STEM
University of Richmond, VA
Richmond, VA05-2001
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Technology integration
- Student assessment
- Educational leadership
- CPR training
- Lifeguard certification
- Safety protocols
- Swim instruction
- Parent communication
- Team collaboration
- Event organization
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Leadership development
- Volunteer coordination
- Community engagement
- Age-appropriate lessons
- Relationship building
- Creative thinking
- Public speaking confidence
Accomplishments
Disney Teacher of the Year 1993
Timeline
Science and Performance Teacher
Chesapeake Academy
05.2012 - Current
Swim Instructor, Lifeguard, CPR/FIrst Aid Terainer
YMCA
05.1995 - Current
Volunteer
YMCA, Lancaster County Schools, Dreamfields
06.1985 - Current
Master of Arts - Education, Talented And Gifted, STEM
University of Richmond, VA