Chad Downs Email & Phone Number

Ann Arbor, Mi, Us

Ann Arbor

I have enjoyed teaching at Ann Arbor Open. The staff is full of caring and hardworking educators. I have learned so much from my colleagues. The students and their families represent all walks of life. I am a better person by being a part of this community. • District Co-Curricular Chair, Ann Arbor Middle Schools• Middle School Athletic Director, Ann Arbor Open Middle School• Lead Teacher, Ann Arbor Open School, K-8• Building Union Representative, Ann Arbor Open School, K-8• Staff Advisor, Ann Arbor Open School, K-8• Social Studies and Math Advisor, Ann Arbor Open School, K-8As an Elementary Teacher with Ann Arbor Public Schools, K-8:• Worked collaboratively with PLC teams to plan and implement instructional project-based and hands-on curriculum, activities and assessments that met state and district standards. • Creates strong parent connections built on trust and integrity.Working with Middle School Focus Study / Ann Arbor Public Schools, K-8:• Instructs and creates integrated thematic studies by combining core curriculum with ideas generated from students’ special interests.

Plymouth, Mi

I was honored when asked to be Board President. The board has done a phenomenal job working together and helping Elaine Kennedy, Head of School.• Managed lead financial and administrative duties for pre K-8 independent, non-profit school.• Efforts contributed to 45 percent enrollment growth since 2015• Community liaison to foster new relationships, interacts with existing stakeholders and donors.

Master’S Degree, Masters Of Science In Educational Leadership

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, K-8 Education

Activities and Societies: EMU's Club Ping Pong Team