Reading, Cooking, Travel
Brien Kalnoski
Pennsburg
Summary
I have a proven track record as a former Assistant Principal at Berks Career & Technology Center, excelling in instructional leadership and student engagement. Expert in behavior intervention and crisis management, fostering a safe learning environment. Committed to enhancing curriculum delivery and mentoring teachers, resulting in improved student outcomes and a collaborative school culture. Additionally, during my tenure as an Assistant Principal at the BCTC - East Campus, I improved relationships among faculty, students, and the sending School Districts.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Studies Teacher
Upper Perkiomen School District
08.2013 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging social studies curricula aligned with state standards.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance critical thinking and historical analysis skills.
- Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods, providing constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate interdisciplinary approaches into lesson planning.
Substitute Teacher and ParaProfessional
Various School Districts
08.2010 - 08.2013
- Collaborated with teachers to support student learning and address individual needs.
- Adapted instructional materials to enhance understanding for students with varying abilities.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Assistant Principal
Berks Career & Technology Center
12.2008 - 07.2010
- Led development and implementation of student disciplinary policies to promote a safe learning environment.
- Collaborated with instructional staff to enhance curriculum delivery and student engagement strategies.
- Mentored teachers in classroom management techniques, fostering professional growth and improving student outcomes.
- Conducted walk-throughs, providing constructive feedback to support continuous improvement.
Social Studies Teacher
Boyertown Area School District
08.1997 - 12.2008
- Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in social studies education and incorporating new strategies into lessons.
Education
Educational Foundations And Policy Studies
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FLK-12 Administrative Certificate - Administration (K-12 Principal)
Alvernia University
Reading, PA01-2007
M.Ed. - Secondary Education Social Studies
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, PA12-1992
Bachelor of Social Science - Public Policy
Pennsylvania State University
Middletown, PA05-1989
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Valley Forge Military College
Wayne, PA05-1987
Skills
- Behavior intervention
- Instructional leadership
- Parent-teacher relations
- Student engagement
- School safety
- Discipline management
- Crisis management
Certification
PA Social Studies (7-12)
PA Administrative (Principal K-12)
Interests
Timeline
Social Studies Teacher
Upper Perkiomen School District
08.2013 - Current
Substitute Teacher and ParaProfessional
Various School Districts
08.2010 - 08.2013
Assistant Principal
Berks Career & Technology Center
12.2008 - 07.2010
Social Studies Teacher
Boyertown Area School District
08.1997 - 12.2008
Educational Foundations And Policy Studies
Florida State University
K-12 Administrative Certificate - Administration (K-12 Principal)
Alvernia University
M.Ed. - Secondary Education Social Studies
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Social Science - Public Policy
Pennsylvania State University
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Valley Forge Military College
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