Charlene N. Vermeulen
55 Glen Meadow Ct.
Pinehurst, NC 28374
910-986-9870
[email protected]
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Education
Master’s in Educational Administration, North Carolina State University (May 2013)
B.S. in Public Relations, minors in English/Marketing, Appalachian State University (May 1987)
Certifications
Academically and/or Intellectually Gifted Education (K-12)
Middle School Language Arts (6-8)
English (9-12)
Educational Administration (K-12)
Experience
2016-Present
Book Author: Write engaging, fast-paced, Christ-focused books for young adults (ages 12 and up) about pressing social issues such as alcoholism, sexting, cyberbullying, abuse and neglect, homelessness, cutting, learning disabilities, and more. The goal of each book is two-fold: to serve as bibliotherapy for teens and preadolescents struggling with modern-day issues, and/or to help young adults avoid making decisions that could cause deep hurt and pain; and to point those young adults to the answer for all pain--a relationship with the Lord.
2011-June 2017
Principal Fellow and Assistant Principal, Pinecrest High School and Crain's Creek Middle School: As part of an administrative team, lead instructional planning for math and languagedepartments; work with teaching staff to provide support and differentiation for advanced students, as well as remediation strategies at all levels; encourage underserved student populations to enroll and achieve in Honors and AP classes; hire and support top-quality educators; observe educators and provide meaningful, focused feedback to assist them in honing strengths and meeting professional development goals; analyze assessment data to inform instruction; communicate with community groups and media representatives on successes and concerns of the school; plan and implement freshman orientation, staff and student parking, student and staff recognition, social media (Twitter, Facebook), and Connect Ed; contact parents and support personnel as a liaison and intermediary for Moore County Schools
2009-2011
Substitute Teacher, Pinecrest High School: Managed, planned, and taught classes (short and long-term) in English, Math, Science, History, Physical Education, and Arts at the high school level
2004-2011
Home School Teacher, The 29:11 School: Selected curriculum, planned, and implemented educational activities and programs for 3rd-12th grade children, including community home school groups; served as mentor for other schools; presented workshops to parents; designed and implemented unit studies
2009-2011 Summers
Director for Creative Writing and Art Camps: Designed and taught creative writing courses for high school students, art classes for elementary students
1993-2010
Book Reviewer/Freelance Writer: Analyzed new literature for young adults and wrote book reviews for The Pilot (see www.prudereviews.blogspot.com)
Tutor: Evaluated student needs in reading and writing and provided individualized lessons
Summer 2003 and December 2004
No Child Left Behind Workshop Presenter, Central Carolina Community College: Created and presented two week-long training sessions for assistant teachers delineating practical strategies for working with the gifted child and incorporating creativity in the classroom
2001-2004
Academically and/or Intellectually Gifted (AIG) Education Teacher, New Century Middle School: Designed and articulated curriculum for gifted students; supported and mentored classroom teachers; managed paperwork and state regulations for gifted program; advocated for students and parents; organized school-wide enrichment programs; served as liaison between feeder schools and middle school for rising sixth graders; facilitated all aspects of open house/parent night
2000-2001
Language Arts Teacher, New Century Middle School
1999-2000
Language Arts Teacher, West Lee Middle School
1991-1992
Language Arts Teacher, Wellcome Middle School
Honors and Activities
Principal Fellow, 2011 (Class 18)
Pinecrest Patriot Promise, 2011-Present
Golden Apple Award for Moore County Schools, 2001
Moore County Education Foundation Grant Recipient, 2001
Home school group mentor and unit study leader, 2005-2009
Battle of the Books, 2001-2003
Youth group leader
Session Leader for Senior Youth, College Launch
Small Group leader for Youth Leadership Team
Volunteer for United Way Day of Caring, five years
Volunteer for Elks Club Day for Exceptional Education Children, 11 years
Stop Hunger Now volunteer, 3 years
Operation Christmas Child volunteer, 2 years
Volunteer for Pinecrest High School, 2 years
Judge for Senior Projects, Pinecrest High School, 2011
Volunteer for Pinehurst Triathlon
Volunteer for First Tee Vince Gill fundraiser, 2 years
Reindeer Run Volunteer for Girls and Boys Club, 8 years
55 Glen Meadow Ct.
Pinehurst, NC 28374
910-986-9870
[email protected]
____________________________________________________________________________
Education
Master’s in Educational Administration, North Carolina State University (May 2013)
B.S. in Public Relations, minors in English/Marketing, Appalachian State University (May 1987)
Certifications
Academically and/or Intellectually Gifted Education (K-12)
Middle School Language Arts (6-8)
English (9-12)
Educational Administration (K-12)
Experience
2016-Present
Book Author: Write engaging, fast-paced, Christ-focused books for young adults (ages 12 and up) about pressing social issues such as alcoholism, sexting, cyberbullying, abuse and neglect, homelessness, cutting, learning disabilities, and more. The goal of each book is two-fold: to serve as bibliotherapy for teens and preadolescents struggling with modern-day issues, and/or to help young adults avoid making decisions that could cause deep hurt and pain; and to point those young adults to the answer for all pain--a relationship with the Lord.
2011-June 2017
Principal Fellow and Assistant Principal, Pinecrest High School and Crain's Creek Middle School: As part of an administrative team, lead instructional planning for math and languagedepartments; work with teaching staff to provide support and differentiation for advanced students, as well as remediation strategies at all levels; encourage underserved student populations to enroll and achieve in Honors and AP classes; hire and support top-quality educators; observe educators and provide meaningful, focused feedback to assist them in honing strengths and meeting professional development goals; analyze assessment data to inform instruction; communicate with community groups and media representatives on successes and concerns of the school; plan and implement freshman orientation, staff and student parking, student and staff recognition, social media (Twitter, Facebook), and Connect Ed; contact parents and support personnel as a liaison and intermediary for Moore County Schools
2009-2011
Substitute Teacher, Pinecrest High School: Managed, planned, and taught classes (short and long-term) in English, Math, Science, History, Physical Education, and Arts at the high school level
2004-2011
Home School Teacher, The 29:11 School: Selected curriculum, planned, and implemented educational activities and programs for 3rd-12th grade children, including community home school groups; served as mentor for other schools; presented workshops to parents; designed and implemented unit studies
2009-2011 Summers
Director for Creative Writing and Art Camps: Designed and taught creative writing courses for high school students, art classes for elementary students
1993-2010
Book Reviewer/Freelance Writer: Analyzed new literature for young adults and wrote book reviews for The Pilot (see www.prudereviews.blogspot.com)
Tutor: Evaluated student needs in reading and writing and provided individualized lessons
Summer 2003 and December 2004
No Child Left Behind Workshop Presenter, Central Carolina Community College: Created and presented two week-long training sessions for assistant teachers delineating practical strategies for working with the gifted child and incorporating creativity in the classroom
2001-2004
Academically and/or Intellectually Gifted (AIG) Education Teacher, New Century Middle School: Designed and articulated curriculum for gifted students; supported and mentored classroom teachers; managed paperwork and state regulations for gifted program; advocated for students and parents; organized school-wide enrichment programs; served as liaison between feeder schools and middle school for rising sixth graders; facilitated all aspects of open house/parent night
2000-2001
Language Arts Teacher, New Century Middle School
1999-2000
Language Arts Teacher, West Lee Middle School
1991-1992
Language Arts Teacher, Wellcome Middle School
Honors and Activities
Principal Fellow, 2011 (Class 18)
Pinecrest Patriot Promise, 2011-Present
Golden Apple Award for Moore County Schools, 2001
Moore County Education Foundation Grant Recipient, 2001
Home school group mentor and unit study leader, 2005-2009
Battle of the Books, 2001-2003
Youth group leader
Session Leader for Senior Youth, College Launch
Small Group leader for Youth Leadership Team
Volunteer for United Way Day of Caring, five years
Volunteer for Elks Club Day for Exceptional Education Children, 11 years
Stop Hunger Now volunteer, 3 years
Operation Christmas Child volunteer, 2 years
Volunteer for Pinecrest High School, 2 years
Judge for Senior Projects, Pinecrest High School, 2011
Volunteer for Pinehurst Triathlon
Volunteer for First Tee Vince Gill fundraiser, 2 years
Reindeer Run Volunteer for Girls and Boys Club, 8 years