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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Leadership Management Experience
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ANDREW HOCKENBERRY

Buckeye

Summary

Dedicated social studies educator with over 10 years of classroom experience, recognized for driving student engagement and academic achievement through innovative instructional strategies. Proven track record of fostering a positive learning environment and enhancing curriculum development. Committed to leveraging leadership skills to promote educational excellence in diverse settings.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

High School US History Teacher

Dysart Unified School District
Surprise
07.2023 - Current
  • Design and implement engaging lesson plans for high school social studies courses
  • Collaborate with colleagues to develop curriculum aligned with district and state standards
  • Monitor and assess student progress to provide targeted interventions
  • Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment

Middle School Social Studies Teacher

Litchfield Elementary School District
Litchfield Park
08.2017 - 05.2023
  • Designed and implement engaging lesson plans for 8th grade social studies students
  • Developed and refine curriculum to align with state standards and best practices
  • Analyzed student performance data to drive instructional improvement
  • Maintained communication with parents to foster a positive learning environment
  • Created a safe and inclusive classroom culture to encourage student growth

Summer School Principal

Litchfield Elementary School District
Litchfield Park
06.2021 - 08.2022
  • Oversaw daily operations of the summer school program, ensuring a safe and productive learning environment
  • Supervised and evaluated instructional staff, providing feedback and support
  • Implemented curriculum and instructional strategies aligned with district goals
  • Managed student discipline and parent communication effectively

Coach

Litchfield Elementary School District
Litchfield Park
01.2018 - 01.2022
  • Coached middle school students in basketball and softball, fostering teamwork and discipline
  • Developed practice plans and game strategies to enhance team performance
  • Mentored student-athletes to achieve academic and athletic success

High School Social Studies Teacher

Skyview High School
Buckeye
08.2015 - 05.2017
  • Taught a variety of social studies classes including US History, World History, Government, and Economics
  • Developed differentiated instruction to meet diverse student needs
  • Monitored student progress and generated progress reports
  • Encourage critical thinking through discussion and inquiry-based learning

Middle School Social Studies Teacher

Allen Academy
Detroit
09.2014 - 07.2015
  • Taught 7th and 8th grade social studies
  • Created daily lesson plans aligned with state standards
  • Engaged students through interactive discussion and real world connections

Teacher

Montcalm School for Boys and Girls/Starr Commonwealth
Albion
11.2013 - 06.2014
  • Taught multiple subjects including, Math, Science, English, and Social Studies
  • Developed individualized learning plans tailored to each students needs
  • Provided behavioral support and counseling to address student challenges

Store Manager

Quizno’s
Jackson
01.2006 - 01.2012
  • Managed 10-20 employees, overseeing hiring, scheduling, and performance evaluations
  • Conducted weekly inventory, managed food orders, and ensured accurate accounting
  • Maintained operational excellence in a fast-paced environment

Education

Master of Arts - K-12 Administration, Leadership, and Counseling

Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI
08.2020

Bachelor of Science - Social Studies, Minor in History

Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI
04.2013

Skills

  • Curriculum development
  • Lesson planning
  • Student assessment
  • Classroom management
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Data analysis

Certification

  • State of Michigan School Administrator Certification Elementary and Secondary, 06/30/26
  • State of Arizona School Administrator Certification Elementary and Secondary, 04/30/35
  • State of Arizona Standard Secondary Certification 6-12, 06/30/17, Social Studies, History

Leadership Management Experience

  • Summer School Principal, Litchfield Elementary School District, Litchfield Park, AZ, Summer 2021 and 2022, Oversaw daily operations of the summer school program, ensuring a safe and productive learning environment, Supervised and evaluated instructional staff, providing feedback and support, Implemented curriculum and instructional strategies aligned with district goals, Managed student discipline and parent communication effectively
  • Store Manager, Quizno’s, Jackson, MI, 2006 - 2012, Managed 10-20 employees, overseeing hiring, scheduling, and performance evaluations, Conducted weekly inventory, managed food orders, and ensured accurate accounting, Maintained operational excellence in a fast-paced environment
  • Coach, Litchfield Elementary School District, Litchfield Park, AZ, 2018 - 2022, Coached middle school students in basketball and softball, fostering teamwork and discipline, Developed practice plans and game strategies to enhance team performance, Mentored student-athletes to achieve academic and athletic success

References

Available upon request

Timeline

High School US History Teacher

Dysart Unified School District
07.2023 - Current

Summer School Principal

Litchfield Elementary School District
06.2021 - 08.2022

Coach

Litchfield Elementary School District
01.2018 - 01.2022

Middle School Social Studies Teacher

Litchfield Elementary School District
08.2017 - 05.2023

High School Social Studies Teacher

Skyview High School
08.2015 - 05.2017

Middle School Social Studies Teacher

Allen Academy
09.2014 - 07.2015

Teacher

Montcalm School for Boys and Girls/Starr Commonwealth
11.2013 - 06.2014

Store Manager

Quizno’s
01.2006 - 01.2012

Master of Arts - K-12 Administration, Leadership, and Counseling

Eastern Michigan University

Bachelor of Science - Social Studies, Minor in History

Eastern Michigan University
ANDREW HOCKENBERRY