Chris Irwin

Youth Development Specialist

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Timeline
About me
Instructional Lead Teacher at College Park Academy
Education
- University of Maryland College Park
  2014 - 2015
  Master of Education (M.Ed.) Minority and Urban Education
- University of Maryland College Park
  2000 - 2004
  BS Geography, Secondary Education
  Dean's List 2003/2004Citation Environmental Scholars Program - Adventure EducationCitation Geographic Information SystemsOrganized the University's first Rock Climbing Competition, Spring 2004
- University of Maryland
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  Certificate in School Improvement Leadership
Experience
- Monmouth County Park System
  May 2001 - Dec 2004
  Youth Development Specialist
  Lead Instructor and mentor to youth in multi-sport and multi-day outdoor recreational adventures.
- University of Maryland, College Park
  Aug 2003 - May 2004
  Program Assistant, Climbing Wall
  Supervised staff training and day-to-day activities of the climbing wall program including setting safety standards, establishing policies and procedures for operation and emergencies, climbing wall and equipment maintenance, and organizing special events.Organized the University's first Climbing Competition hosting over 80 competitors. Led outdoor climbing programs and outdoor program staff trainings for climbing. Co-organized and led outdoor staff trainings for multiple universities at Seneca Rocks, WV. Show less
- Prince George's County Public Schools
  Jan 2005 - now
  Providing leadership and professional development in blended learning instruction. Designing and developing a rigorous college-prep academic program for College Park Academy a public charter school in Prince George's County MD. School Testing Coordinator Advanced Placement Coordinator Facilitating technology integration of 1:1 program in middle and high school classrooms including professional development and mentorship. Engaging students in an alternative school in history and government studies that connect to their lives. (culturally responsive pedagogy, social justice, community based)
  - Instructional Lead Teacher
    Aug 2018 - now
  - Admin Internship
    Aug 2021 - Dec 2022
  - Social Studies Teacher
    Aug 2017 - Aug 2018
  - Technology and Blended Learning Coordinator
    Aug 2015 - Aug 2017
  - Social Studies Teacher
    Jan 2005 - Aug 2015
- Norwood School
  May 2005 - Aug 2011
  Climbing Director
  Supervise staff and participants at indoor and outdoor climbing sites across the Mid Atlantic region. Focus on building confidence, trust, and responsible risk taking in the outdoor environment through climbing, belaying, and rappelling.
- Mid Atlantic Climbers
  Sept 2011 - Feb 2020
  President
  Mid-Atlantic Climbers (MAC) is a grass-roots organization dedicated to ensuring responsible climbing and access in Greater Washington, DC. MAC endeavors to create a climbing community that will foster responsible recreation through outreach, education and service projects.
- Norwood School
  Jan 2012 - Aug 2013
  Co-Director Adventure Camp
  Conducted staff training and supervised all aspects of the adventure camp the summer months at Norwood School.
Licenses & Certifications
- Single Pitch Instructor
  American Mountain Guide Association
  Jun 2006
- Crisis Prevention Institute
  Crisis Prevention Institute
  Feb 2017
- Admin 1 Certification
  Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE)
  Jan 2023
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Chris Irwin
  Distinguished Scholar - Teacher Technology Leadership Institute Prince George's County Public Schools, MD May 2018 https://twitter.com/IrwinGoinCrazy/status/998716539191914496
- Awarded to Chris Irwin
  2016 Sharp End Award Access Fund Mar 2017 "Access Fund is honored to present Chris Irwin with a Sharp End Award for his deep commitment to stewarding and protecting Mid-Atlantic climbing areas. Longtime board member and current president of Mid-Atlantic Climbers (MAC), Chris has been instrumental to MAC’s stewardship projects at areas like Great Falls, Carderock, Shenendoah, Coopersrock, Northwest Branch, and many more. More recently, Chris worked with Access Fund and other MAC board directors to officially open Mount Catoctin to… Show more "Access Fund is honored to present Chris Irwin with a Sharp End Award for his deep commitment to stewarding and protecting Mid-Atlantic climbing areas. Longtime board member and current president of Mid-Atlantic Climbers (MAC), Chris has been instrumental to MAC’s stewardship projects at areas like Great Falls, Carderock, Shenendoah, Coopersrock, Northwest Branch, and many more. More recently, Chris worked with Access Fund and other MAC board directors to officially open Mount Catoctin to bouldering." https://www.accessfund.org/news-and-events/news/announcing-the-2016-sharp-end-awards Show less
Volunteer Experience
- Volunteer
  Issued by Mid Atlantic Climbers on Sept 2007
  Associated with Chris Irwin
- Volunteer
  Issued by Mid Atlantic Off-Road Enthusiasts on Sept 2010
  Associated with Chris Irwin
- Volunteer
  Issued by Montgomery Parks on Nov 2011
  Associated with Chris Irwin
- Regional Coordinator, Maryland
  Issued by Access Fund on Sept 2009
  Associated with Chris Irwin