Kriss Thompson

8534 Tan Bark Dr. krissdthompson@gmail.com

San Antonio, TX 78240 (808)854-7242
Education

M.Ed in Curriculum & Instruction, Secondary Education, Science Graduated

GPA 4.0 May 2016
University of San Diego

B.S. Cell and Molecular Biology with a minor in Chemistry Graduated

GPA 3.45 May 2009
University of Hawaii Hilo Jan. 2007 - May 2009
University of San Diego Aug. 2005 - Dec. 2006

Teaching Related Work Experience:

Science Teacher (Biology/Chemistry) Sept. 2015 - Jun. 2017
Kearny High, School of Digital Media and Design (Linked Learning High School) San Diego, CA
Developed lesson plans and appropriate instructional tools
encouraging inquiry and discovery learning methods
Provided opportunities for individualized and small group
instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student
Designed leaning activities that connected science to the real-world
Established, maintained, and supported standards of personal
conduct and discipline in accordance with the current discipline
policy approved by the Board of Education.
Freshman Volleyball Coach Aug. 2016 - Oct. 2016
Kearny High School San Diego, CA
Created and implemented practice plans
Taught game strategy, basic skills, and technique
Provided individualized instruction to correct technique

Academic Coach Apr. 2013 - Aug. 2014

High Tech High Chula Vista Chula Vista, CA
Assisted within the Math and Chemistry classrooms
Facilitated small group and individual instruction
Essential to maintaining low student-teacher ratio
Gave students individualized attention requisite for success
9th Grade Physics Short-Term Sub Mar. 2014 Apr. 2014
High Tech High Chula Vista Chula Vista, CA
Collaborated with teacher of record to plan a unit on energy
Varsity Boys Volleyball Head Coach Feb. 2014 - Apr. 2014
High Tech High Chula Vista Chula Vista, CA
Junior Varsity Girls Volleyball Coach Aug. 2013 Nov. 2013
High Tech High Chula Vista Chula Vista, CA
Assistant Volleyball Coach -14 Maroon Oct. 2011 - May 2012
Colorado North Stars Fort Collins, CO
Sophomore Girls Volleyball Coach Aug. 2011 - Nov. 2011
Loveland High School Loveland, CO
 Kriss Thompson
8534 Tan Bark Dr. krissdthompson@gmail.com
San Antonio, TX 78240 (808)854-7242

Field Experience:

Part-time Student Teaching Spring 2015

10th Grade Chemistry San Diego, CA
Gary and Jerry Ann Jacobs High Tech High (PBL Charter School)
Practicum Fall 2014
10th Grade Chemistry San Diego, CA
Gary and Jerry Ann Jacobs High Tech High (PBL Charter School)

Credential

CA Single Subject Credential, Biology Feb. 2, 2016 2021

CA Single Subject Credential, Chemistry Feb. 2, 2016 2021

CA English Learner Authorized Feb. 2, 2016 2199

Achievements/Awards

Completion of State Mandated Induction Year 1 May 2017

Fulfills the requirements for the California Clear Multiple Subject, Single Subject, and San Diego, CA
Education Specialist Credentials, while providing opportunities for newly credentialed
and beginning teachers to expand and deepen their teaching knowledge and skills.

SGSA Outstanding Scholar Award May 2016

Department of Learning and Teaching San Diego, CA
Awarded by the University of San Diego Department of Learning and
Teaching faculty and administration