Aaron Kokladas 4048 Clarkland Avenue 336-409-2300

Allison Park, Pa 15116 aaronkokladas@gmail.com

Objective To create globally competitive, life long learners by providing an environment rich with real
world connections, technology infusion, and challenging experiences.

Education Gardner Webb University

Masters of Educational Leadership Studies
May 2015

Clarion University, Clarion Pa. 16214

Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education/Early Childhood Education
December 2000

Certifications
Principal K-12
Early Childhood/Elementary Education PreK-6
Middle School Mathematics 6-9 (NC)

Teaching Experience

Fifth Grade
8/13/2015-Present Ingomar Elementary School Pittsburgh, PA
Work collaboratively with colleagues to develop lesson plans and design coherent instruction
based on PA standards and student data. Work collaboratively with school technology integrator
and my PLN to enhance instruction using technology tools and future ready learning design.
Create an environment of respect within the classroom while establishing a culture where all
students can learn. Reflect constantly in order to grow as a professional educator.

Sixth Grade Math

8/1/2013 6/30/2015 Oak Grove Middle School Winston Salem, N.C.
Develop and teach differentiated, technology enhanced lesson in mathematics that align with the
Common Core Standards. Mentor and tutor 6th grade students, 6th grade curriculum lead, school
math lead, SIT team representative (School Improvement team), Peer tutoring coordinator, MS
Baseball Coach

Fifth Grade AIG Cluster Teacher

8/18/12- 6/30/2013 Welcome Elementary School Lexington, N.C.
Worked cooperatively with grade level and school to plan and implement Common Core aligned
lessons in all core subject areas: Math, Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, Technology, and
Health. Incorporated use of document camera, SMARTboard, voters, laptops, iPads, and other
technology resources to enhance student learning. Served as Positive Behavior Intervention and
Support team member.

Fifth Grade Math Teacher

6/20/08 6/18/12 Forsyth Country Day School Winston-Salem, N.C.
Developed and implemented SMARTboard curriculum for various levels of fifth grade Math and
Social Studies, worked with 3rd through 6th grade teachers to help vertically align Math
curriculum, coached MS/JV baseball, worked with sixth through eighth grade Math Counts
Team, served on the Social Committee
 Fifth Grade Teacher
6/29/03 6/20/08 Fair Grove Elementary School Thomasville, N.C.
Worked cooperatively with grade level and school to plan and implement daily lessons in all
core subject areas: Math, Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, Technology, and Health,
Assistant Varsity Baseball Coach at East Davidson High School

Leadership Roles
Davidson County Schools K-12 Leadership Team, 6th Grade Math Curriculum Lead, 6th Grade
Math Chair, Team, Positive Behavior Intervention and Support Leader, MS/JV Baseball Coach,
Math Counts Coach, Olweus Bullying Prevention Program Coordinator, Battle of the Books
coach, Student Services Management Team, Assistant Varsity Baseball Coach, Head Middle and
JV Baseball Coach, 5th Grade Lead Teacher, SACS Chairperson, Book Adoption Committee,
Parent Volunteer Team, Teacher of the Year Selection Committee, Mentor, School Improvement
Team, TPAI Peer Evaluator, Davidson County Curriculum Network, Davidson County Limited
English Proficiency Advisory Team, NCWise School Liaison, Student Council Advisor, Science
Fair Coordinator, Geography Bee Coordinator, Student Intern Cooperating Teacher, create,
develop, and teach classes for various age levels and interest groups, such as Start Your Own
Business, Chess, and CIT (counselors in training). Organize and direct baseball summer camp.

Accreditations
Davidson County Schools 21st Century Learning Grant Recipient 2008
Davidson County Schools History Grant Recipient 2006-2007
Fair Grove Teacher of the Year Nominee 2006-2007
Fair Grove Teacher of the Year 2005-2006

Professional Development
Teaching Math with the Brain in Mind, Google Classroom, Common Core, eInstruction Voter
Training, iPad Integration, AIG math staff development, All things Google, SMARTboard,
Document Camera, Literacy Initiative, North Carolina Writing Training,Website Development,
Computer Skills Integration, Running Record Training, iMovie/iDVD in the Classroom, Mobile
Lab Integration Across the Math and Science Curriculum, Mentor Training, Math Essentials,
Teacher Performance Appraisal Instrument Training, On The Mark Reading Assessment, Ted
Henson Quality Tools, Balanced Literacy, Teacher Academy: Learning Styles, Write from the
Beginning, Comer Training, Teaching Diverse Learners

Extracurricular Involvement
MS Baseball Coach - Oak Grove Middle School
Head MS/JV Baseball Coach - Forsyth Country Day School
Assistant Varsity Baseball Coach - East Davidson High School
Assistant Baseball Coach- HiToms Jr. Legion