Charles J. Dadas Jr. has over 10 years of experience as a middle school social studies teacher in Coral Springs, Florida. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Social Science Education and has taken on leadership roles such as team leader, yearbook coordinator, and staff development presenter. Dadas is committed to integrating technology, reading, and writing into lessons catering to all student abilities. He has received recognition as Teacher of the Year from his school and city.

1. Charles J. Dadas Jr.
12245 N.W. 56 Court, Coral Springs, FL 33076
Tel: 954-383-2391 Email: charles.dadas@browardschools.com / cdadas@icloud.com
EDUCATION 2002-2006
University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL
Bachelor of Science in Social Science Education
Minor in Political Science
WORK EXPERIENCE
7th/8th Grade Teacher, Coral Springs Middle School, Coral Springs, FL January 2007-Present
• Seventh grade Civics (Gifted/Advanced/General) / Yearbook teacher (2015-Present)
• Eighth grade United States History (Advanced/General) / Yearbook teacher (2010-2015)
• Seventh grade World Geography (Advanced/General) (2007-2010)
• Team leader for academic team (’09-’10, ’10-’11, ’11-’12, ’12-’13, ’14-’15)
• 6-8 grade administrator designee for administration.
• Technology liaison (back-up), gradebook administrator (Pinnacle), CAB (First Class) designee,
staff technology trainer.
• Trainings - Pinnacle, FirstClass, Schoology, Edmodo, MS Office Suite, iWork Suite.
• Blackboard trained teacher. (2011 SBBC training)
• Plan academic experiences that cater to students of all abilities. Integrated and in-
terdisciplinary lessons that incorporate technology reading and writing.
• Yearbook Coordinator - Instruct and coordinate $10,000+ project with direct student and
community impact. (2010-Present)
• Core Curriculum Final Exam Writer - Under the direction of Dr. Louise Ball, Social Studies
Curriculum Specialist, created and administered final exam for World Geography (7th Grade)
for district middle schools. (2009-2010)
• Club Advisor - Monitor various clubs and organizations that work with and have positive ef-
fects on the community and school stake-holders.
• Drama Club
• National Junior Honor Society
• Science Club/SECME

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Undergraduate Technology Specialist, College of Education, UCF, Orlando, FL 2004-2007
Undergraduate student technician with roles including, but not limited to, implementation and
maintenance of computer technology, hardware and software implementation, design and produc-
tion of multimedia based Keynote and PowerPoint presentations, website design and trainer for Live-
Text, an online teacher education tool, and automation using various remote administration tools.
Web Designer/Production Manager, Orlando Youth Theatre, Orlando, FL 2004-2007
Assistant to the office manager, roles included program design, website design and production as-
sistance including assisting with the overall operations of the theatre along with technical aspects.
General Clerk II, Coral Springs Middle School, Coral Springs, FL 2002-2005
(During collegiate breaks)
Secondary-backup Technology Specialist/Night School Program Registration. Served during college
breaks and holidays. Experience in registering students for classes via AS/400 & POS. Coordination
of front office, technology repair and assistance, deployment, implementation and training.
LEADERSHIP/STAFF DEVELOPMENT/RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE
• Staff Development Presenter/Coordinator
• Design, organize, implement and facilitate Professional Development based on the needs
of Faculty and Staff.
• Best Practices
• Character Education / CHAMPs Leadership Team / Grant
• Technology Integration
• Gradebook & Software Integration
• Mission and Vision Team
• AYP Committee
• Management Council
• Blackboard trained teacher (SBBC/2011)
• Team Leader
• Create/Design Interdisciplinary Lesson Plans
• Organize Field Trips
• Coordinate Team Meetings
• Lead Data Analysis / Chats with team teachers.
• Student Transportation 2008-2010
• Assist Assistant Principal in coordination of students who receive transportation services to
and from school. Daily/Weekly assistance in bus loop to facilitate the safety and security
of bus riders.
• Ness Coach 2009-2010
• Support and evaluate the instructional effectiveness of first year educators and student
educators in the role of a positive mentor/coach.
• Support/Mentor:
• Classroom Management
• Behavior Management
• Instructional Delivery

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• Boys Soccer Head Coach 2009-2010
• Boys Softball Assistant Coach 2011-2013
TEACHING CERTIFICATE
• State of Florida, Professional Educator’s Certificate (Social Science / Gr. 6-12)
• DOE#1044265
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
• Broward County Council for the Social Studies
• Florida Council for the Social Studies
• National Council for the Social Studies
• Broward Teachers Union
• National Education Association
AWARDS
• City of Coral Springs, recognition of 2009-2010 CSMS Teacher of the Year.
• Coral Springs Middle School Teacher of the Year 2009-2010
• Coral Springs Middle School Social Studies Teacher of the Year 2008-2009
REFERENCES
• Furnished upon request.