Michael Manske
Charlton,MA
Summary
Dedicated Christian educator with expertise in classroom management, student development, and collaborative leadership. Passionate about discipling young men and women to become committed followers of Christ while equipping them to be knowledgeable, responsible, and productive members of society. Committed to partnering closely with colleagues, families, and school leadership to foster a Christ-centered learning community that supports students academically, spiritually, and personally.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Classroom Teacher
Dudley-Charlton Regional School District
Dudley, MA
08.2016 - 03.2026
- Wrote and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Used diverse instructional strategies to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management to help ensure a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Assessed student performance through formative and summative evaluations.
Classroom Teacher
Norton Public Schools
Norton, MA
10.2012 - 06.2016
- Fostered a positive classroom environment conducive to student learning and participation.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
Associate Pastor of Youth
Medway Community Church
Medway, MA
01.1999 - 08.2010
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Coordinated special events such as baptisms, weddings, and funerals, providing pastoral care during significant moments in congregants'' lives.
- Mentored youth group members, providing guidance and support for personal and spiritual development.
- Managed volunteer teams for various ministries, ensuring effective use of resources and talents.
- Organized and led mission trips, leading to a stronger sense of purpose among participants.
Systems Analyst / QA Lead
Logica Data Architects
Lexington, MA
01.1985 - 04.1999
- Analyzed system requirements to enhance operational efficiency and user experience.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure effective system integration and functionality.
- Mentored junior QA team members, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing.
Education
No Degree - Computer Science
Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester, NYBachelor of Arts - Computer And Information Sciences
SUNY, Potsdam
Potsdam, NYMaster of Arts - Christian Education
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary
Wenham, MA05-2004
Skills
- Classroom management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Team-Building
- Student development/discipleship
- Activity coordination
Accomplishments
- Organized and led over 20 short-term youth mission trips, locally and abroad.
- Recruited and trained youth ministry staff
- Longtime youth and high school athletics coach
- Currently serving as chair of my church elder board
- Member of mathematics department curriculum selection team
- Participated in hiring process of school faculty
Certification
- Massachusetts Teacher License: Mathematics 5-8 - current
- Massachusetts Teacher License: Mathematics 8-12 - current
- Massachusetts Teacher License: Physical Education 5-12 - provisional
Timeline
Classroom Teacher
Dudley-Charlton Regional School District
08.2016 - 03.2026
Classroom Teacher
Norton Public Schools
10.2012 - 06.2016
Associate Pastor of Youth
Medway Community Church
01.1999 - 08.2010
Systems Analyst / QA Lead
Logica Data Architects
01.1985 - 04.1999
No Degree - Computer Science
Rochester Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Arts - Computer And Information Sciences
SUNY, Potsdam
Master of Arts - Christian Education
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary