Christopher J. Nesi

Updated May 2012

Experienced 21st Century Educator & PA Announcer

Certified in Social Studies (K-12) in the state of New Jersey, Christopher Nesi has inspired students at the middle and high school levels. Each position has presented new opportunities to not only use technology, but to also evolve his understanding of what it means to provide for the 21st century learner both in social studies and beyond.

Christopher also brings creativity, passion, energy, and a love for learning to his classroom and a collaborative, fowrard-thinking, and problem solving attitude to the school community.

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“Mr. Nesi is a true teacher who readily understands the necessity to educate the entire student and will dedicate himself to that goal.”

Mr. Keith Land

Principal - Colts Neck HS
“Mr. Nesi’s manner with the students is warm and encouraging; students respond favorably to this and act in a positively engaged manner.”

Ms. Ashanti Holley

Asst. Principal - New Brunswick High School
“Mr. Nesi stayed each day working with myself and other members of his department in the areas of social studies and integrating technology into the curriculum, his absolute forte.”

Ms. Eileen Davidson

Special Education Teacher - Colts Neck HS
“Mr. Nesi has a strong teaching style that is often identified in more veteran teachers.”

Mr. Peter Krais

Social Studies Supervisor - Colts Neck HS
“Mr. Nesi should be commended for utilizing current technology in support of his lesson objectives and to meet the needs of his students.”

Mr. Gary Floyd

Principal & Social Studies Supervisor - Memorial Middle School
“Mr. Nesi is sensitive to differences among students and adjusts accordingly in terms of their individual needs.”

Mrs. Barbara Hanna

Assistant Principal - Memorial Middle School
“Mr. Nesi has an excellent rapport with the students. They respect him.”

Mrs. Annette Kinsley

Mathematics Supervisor - Howell HS
“Mr. Nesi's lessons motivate the students as well as keep their interest. He is a take charge person who is able to present creative ideas and communicate the material in a manner that is understood by all the students in his class.”

Ms. Rochelle Margolis

Special Education Teacher - Manalapan-Englishtown MS

Timeline

ISS Teacher

New Brunswick Public Schools
Apr 1, 2012 - Current
• Maintained regular and accurate attendance records • Fostered a safe environment for students, conducive to learning • Administered district-approved ISS curriculum • Kept appropriate records and files of completed assignments • Anticipated and effectively addressed unforeseen crises

Education Technology Consultant

Eduscape Partners
Jan 1, 2012 - Mar 31, 2012
• Develop strategic PD plans for K-12 districts in US and Canada • Support teachers/administrators through coaching/mentoring to model effective digital classroom instruction • Curriculum development; learner focused – outcome based • Create district technology plans

Public Address Announcer

Freehold Regional High School District
Oct 1, 2009 - Current
• Announcer for football • Announcer for boys and girls basketball • Announcer for wrestling

Social Studies Teacher

Point Pleasant School District
Dec 1, 2010 - Dec 1, 2011
• Long-term replacement position • Taught World History & Character Education, Journalism & Music Appreciation • Streamlined the use of Google Apps for Education for all students • Utilized Edmodo & Schoology as learning management systems • Implemented the use of hand-held devices (cell phones, iPods, etc.) in lessons • Collaborated with colleagues & administrators to manage new technologies • Volunteered to advise, produce, & edit weekly school video news

Social Studies / Technology Teacher

Freehold Regional High School District
Dec 1, 2009 - Nov 30, 2010
• Taught Video Communications I/II, Architecture I • Taught Modern World History, AP US Government, Peer Leadership • Structured and streamlined weekly school video news program • Facilitated the use of Google Apps for Education for all students • Implemented the use of hand-held devices (cell phones, iPods, etc.) in lessons • Co-planned interdisciplinary activities for entire school for Black History Month • Directed and produced short films for annual 8th Grade Orientation Program • Praised for being a distinctive self-starter

Social Studies Teacher

Manalapan-Englishtown Regional School District
Oct 1, 2008 - Mar 1, 2009
• Long-term replacement position • Taught Foundations of American Government & Human Rights • Researched & integrated advanced SmartBoard technologies • Collaborated with colleagues to plan interdisciplinary themed days

Student Teacher

Freehold Regional High School District
Sep 1, 2007 - Dec 1, 2007
• Taught US History I, Observed AP US I & AP US Government • Developed & refined classroom management techniques • Infused technology-related lessons: web quests, threaded discussion, email • Worked with colleagues and administrators to offer comprehensive instruction