Verlinda Brown
Educator, Director, Mentor
Denver,CO
Summary
As an educator, I believe education is a transformative journey, not just about transferring information. My teaching philosophy focuses on creating a dynamic and inclusive learning environment where students are actively engaged, challenged, and empowered to become independent and critical thinkers. I employ student-centered approaches, a rigorous curriculum, and engaging instructional methods, providing a supportive and inclusive atmosphere that fosters confidence and prepares students for success in all aspects of life.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Economics and Free Enterprise System
Klein Forest High school
08.2017 - 12.2024
- AP Economics, AP Government, Reg. Economics, Personal Finance, Government, History, and Geography
- Created district curriculum for the government and economics departments. Including contributing reteach intervention and enrichment activities for 6 units using data-driven assessments
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to keep parents informed of student progress.
- Facilitated training and developed team planning sessions, team instructional goals and objectives
- Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
- Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
Administration – Student Activities Director
Clifton J. Ozen Magnet High school
08.2006 - 06.2017
- Personnel Management – Recruited and assigned personnel from the staff and outside agencies to expedite activities and provide supervision and security for all events
- Managed budgetary constraints effectively while still providing high-quality programming for residents.
- Create a campus calendar of events allowing for smooth transitions of vendors, campus presenters, and all visitors on campus to ensure student safety
- Established 13+ new campus organizations via sponsors, fundraisers, membership, and field trips
- Developed systems for yearly new student Orientation, organized early registration, SGA lock-in, awards program, graduation, and all senior activities including prom, college tours, banquets, picnic, and liaison for Project Graduation.
- Acted as a liaison between the activities department and other facility staff, ensuring seamless integration of recreational offerings with daily care plans.
- Improved staff efficiency by providing comprehensive training on activity planning, documentation, and safety protocols.
- Evaluated supplies and requested purchases to meet activity plans.
- Coordinated volunteer programs that allowed community members to engage with facility residents in various capacities, enriching both parties' lives in the process.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations by maintaining thorough records of all participants in activities.
Project Citizen Congressional 14th Director
Texas State Bar - Law Related Education
Beaumont, TX
04.2003 - 08.2012
- Presented 20+ staff development training for program implementation
- Instructional facilitator and mentor
- Organized community and group presentations
Summer Bridge Program Director
Lamar University
05.2009 - 09.2010
- Organized a successful “Closing the Gap” program by recruiting 100+ high school graduates from various area schools to participate in a six-week summer reading and writing program
- Planned engaging activities and 2 field trips to bring material to life. Utilizing 6 weekly workshops for college preparedness, financial aid, college life, etc
- Built positive relationships with students, parents, and team members to achieve a smooth and productive program experience.
- Achieved efficiency in fulfilling requirements of grant criteria and allocating appropriate funds to balance the budget
- Instructional leader for students participating in English classes
Education
Master of Arts - School Administration
Cambridge College
Cambridge, MA08-2004
Special Education Certification -
West Georgia State College
Carrollton, GA05-1989
Bachelor of Arts - Social Studies
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC08.1985
Skills
- Effective Communicator
- Organizer and Planner
- Academic Instructor
- Professional Development Facilitator
- Detailed-Oriented
- Power Point / Publisher
- Word / Excel
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Certification
- Texas Educator Certification - Secondary Social Studies Composite (6 - 12)
- Gifted and Talented Certification (6 - 12)
- Louisiana Area Certification - Secondary Social Studies Composite (6 - 12)
- Louisiana Area Certification - Mild/Moderate (1 - 12)
Timeline
Economics and Free Enterprise System
Klein Forest High school
08.2017 - 12.2024
Summer Bridge Program Director
Lamar University
05.2009 - 09.2010
Administration – Student Activities Director
Clifton J. Ozen Magnet High school
08.2006 - 06.2017
Project Citizen Congressional 14th Director
Texas State Bar - Law Related Education
04.2003 - 08.2012
Master of Arts - School Administration
Cambridge College
Special Education Certification -
West Georgia State College
Bachelor of Arts - Social Studies
University of South Carolina
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