" Gerald D Cohoon"
2014
1234 E Blah Blah Hwy, Grand Ledge, MI 48837
517-282-5512
cohoonge@gmail.com
OBJECTIVE
Fulfill my dream of becoming a secondary level social studies educator,
coach, and adviser.
EDUCATION
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
2014
Candidate for Secondary Teaching Certificate in Social Studies (RX endorsement)- conferred 05/2014
Michigan State University , East Lansing, MI
2013
BA Interdisciplinary Studies in Social Science: Social Studies Education
Grand Ledge High School, Grand Ledge, MI
2006
High School Diploma
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Teacher: Grand Ledge High School, Grand Ledge, MI
August 2014- Present
Experience included being the teacher for the Vocational Diploma program, working with alternative
education seniors who were behind in credits. In place of normal GLHS graduation requirements students
were required to complete Michigan Merit Curriculum requirements through online coursework, as well as
a Vocational course focusing on career preparation and financial literacy. Responsibilities included
teaching the Vocational course, assisting students with their MMC courses, monitoring progress and
attendance, collaborating with administration on individual plans for students, and building relationships
and working closely with parents and caseworkers to aid students. I also helped coach the school’s
wrestling team.
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Intern: Holt Sr. High School, Holt, MI
August 2013 – April 2014
Experience included teaching multiple sections of 11th grade US Government over the course of two
semesters. My involvement in the classroom included lead teaching, planning, grading, assignment and
assessment creation, communication with parents and colleagues, participation in parent-teacher
conferences, and observation of mentor teacher during sections I was not responsible for. During this
experience I also helped coach the school's wrestling team, helped advise the school's National Honor
Society, and received extensive professional development through participation in department meetings,
professional learning communities including lesson study, and special conferences.
Substitute Teacher: Professional Education Services Group, Caledonia, MI
November 2013- May 2014
Student Field Placement: J.W. Sexton High School, Lansing, MI
Fall 2011-Spring 2012
Placement included two hours, two days a week in an Honors US History classroom. My involvement in the
class included observation, planning, research, teaching lessons, and assisting in in-class activities.
Student Field Placement: Gardner Middle School, Lansing, MI
Spring 2009
Placement included two hours a week tutoring students in an in-school detention program. In this
placement I was often left to supervise and monitor the thirty plus students offering tutoring assistance
across all subjects.
Student Field Placement: Grand Ledge High School, Grand Ledge, MI
Fall 2008
Placement included two hours a week tutoring students in a remedial math class.
Tutor: Coalition for Literacy, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
Fall 2007
In this field experience I was placed at the Capital Area District Library’s downtown branch. My
responsibilities for this experience included being assigned an at risk elementary school student reading
below his grade level and then tutoring him.
SCHOOL RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE
Michigan High School Athletic Association Registered Wrestling Official
2006-Present
Responsibilities include officiating middle school level to high school varsity competitions. Includes direct
interaction with student-athletes, coaches, and parents; as well as interpretation and fair implementation
of rules and procedures as handed down by national federation and state association.
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Michigan Youth Wrestling Association Central Region Head Official
2007-13
Responsibilities included recruitment, training, and mentorship of high school student athletes interested
in officiating. Responsibilities also include logistics of organizing and scheduling officials for tournaments
as well as event management.
Assistant Coach: Holt High School Wrestlin g
2013-14
Responsibilities included coaching and mentorship of athletes, organizing and running practice,
fundraising, and communication with parents on upcoming events. This experience also included
attendance to wrestling coaches clinic hosted in Philadelphia, PA, Conference and District Championships,
and qualification of 8 wrestlers to State Finals competition.
Co-Adviser National Honor Society: Holt Sr. High School
2013-14
Responsibilities included mentorship of members, event planning, fundraising, chaperoning of sponsored
events, and organizational record keeping. This experience also included attendance to LEAD Conference
in Chicago, IL for students and advisers.
Assistant Coach: Grand Ledge Youth Wrestling
2005-07
Responsibilities included coaching and mentorship of young athletes, organizing and running practice,
fundraising, and communication with parents on upcoming events.
Member: Lansing Wrestling Officials Association
2006-Present
Lansing Wrestling Officials Association was founded with the purpose of developing and recruiting
outstanding officials. The association focuses on member development through mentorship and general
meetings to discuss professional responsibilities and rules interpretations.
Student Board Member: Grand Ledge Education Foundation
2004-06
Responsibilities included regular attendance at foundation meetings, working closely with community
leaders to fundraise, organize events, and evaluate grant applications.
OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE
Opperman Grooving, Portland, MI
2010-Present *Laborer, CDL Driver
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American Rentals Inc., Lansing, MI
2006-2014 *Crew Supervisor, CDL Driver, Rental Consultant
MSU Libraries, Circulation Dept., East Lansing, MI
2006-13 *Circulation Student Employee
OTHER INFORMATION
My interests and hobbies are numerous and diverse. Outside of education my true passions are hunting
and fishing, sports, and history. I enjoy most sports but have a special place in my heart for wrestling. I
began wrestling in the eighth grade and have been involved in the sport ever since through officiating and
coaching. I also enjoy a passion for school/community involvement. This began during my time in student
government in Middle School and High School. Participating in National Honor Society also provided me
with a constructive atmosphere for community service work.
REFERENCES
Awesome Person 1 - Student Success Coordinator: Grand Ledge High School
Contact info: Phone
Email
Awesome Person 2 Social Studies Teacher: Holt High School, Holt, MI
Contact info: Phone
Email
Awesome Person 3 - Social Studies Teacher: Holt High School, Holt, MI
Contact info: Phone
Email
Awesome Person 4 - Owner: American Rentals, Lansing MI
Contact info: Phone
Email
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