Christopher Hallman

845-706-2374  |  hallman4130@gmail.com | High Falls, NY

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Professional Summary

Newly certified Spanish educator holding a Master of Arts in Teaching from Bard College, with student teaching experience spanning grades 8–11. Brings a diverse professional background  in entrepreneurship, project management, visual communication, and mentorship developed through careers in construction, design, and the action sports industry. Recognized within the BMX industry as a professional rider, media contributor, and competition judge, with a demonstrated ability to build authentic relationships across diverse communities. 

Education

Bard College, Annandale-on-Hudson, NY

• Master of Arts in Teaching, Spanish Education,  2024–2026
• Bachelor of Arts in Physics, 2020–2024
  • Strong academic preparation in physics and mathematics.
  • Pursuing future New York State certification in Physics.

Teaching Experience

Germantown High School, Germantown, NY — Spring 2026

Mentor Teacher: Roberto Rodriguez

• Planned and delivered instruction for Spanish I, II, and III,  serving grades 8–11.
• Developed communicative, proficiency-based lesson plans utilizing Comprehensible Input (CI) methodologies aligned with revised New York State Learning Standards for World Languages.
• Designed differentiated instruction as well as formative and summative assessments to support, monitor, and guide student learning.
• Fostered student relationships to support an engaging and productive classroom environment.

Woodstock Day School, Saugerties, NY — Fall 2025

Mentor Teacher: Tim Hayes

• Assisted in planning and implementing daily classroom instruction for Spanish courses serving middle and high school students.
• Designed student-centered learning activities to promote student engagement and language acquisition.
• Practiced proactive classroom management strategies rooted in clear routines and consistent expectations to optimize instructional time and student focus.

Professional Experience

Residential Carpentry & Remodeling Contractor : 2017–Present

                         Team member 2017–2020  |  Self-employed 2020–Present

• Established and managed a successful independent remodeling practice, overseeing client consultation, precise project budgeting, and materials logistics.
• Managed the full lifecycle of complex residential renovation projects, solving structural and spatial problems under tight financial and material constraints.
• Communicated regularly with clients regarding goals, budgets, and project timelines.
• Worked as a team member on residential renovation and remodeling projects to complete projects safely and efficiently.

Freelance Photographer & Graphic Designer : 1993–2010

• Founded and produced “Tread Magazine,” a national BMX bicycling publication.
• Produced visual promotions for clients across print and digital media.
• Managed independent projects while meeting deadlines and client expectations.
• Developed strong presentation, communication, and creative-thinking skills.

Woodward Camp, Woodward, PA : 1997–2003

In-House Photographer and Media Artist

• Leveraged  professional media experience, respected industry recognition, and fluent understanding of action sports culture to produce authentic and engaging media content.
• Collaborated with professional athletes, coaches, camp directors, and youth participants to create promotional and educational materials for a nationally recognized youth sports resort camp.

FBM Bicycle Company, Binghamton, NY : 2003–2006

Photographer & Graphic Designer

• Served as photographer and graphic designer for a nationally recognized BMX bicycle brand and manufacturer.
• Utilized longstanding involvement and professional reputation within BMX culture to support athlete, product, and brand promotion.