Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Other Employment
Coursework
Accomplishments
Work Preference
Timeline
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Phyllis Morriss

Morrisville,NC

Summary

Versatile educator experienced in engaging preschool children through tailored lesson plans and activities. Proven ability to create a supportive and stimulating environment that promotes learning and development. Strong organizational and communication skills enhance classroom dynamics and student engagement.

Overview

1
1
Certification
54
54
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Good Hope Preschool
Cary, NC
01.2022 - Current

Developed lesson plans that captivated preschool-aged children and supported their developmental milestones.

  • Taught capital and lowercase letters to improve literacy skills and promote early reading readiness.

Organized weekly themes and created activities to foster learning engagement.

Teacher

Gorman Christian Academy
Durham, NC
08.1984 - 05.2024
  • Taught fourth and fifth grades, improving student comprehension and engagement through interactive lessons.
  • Supported first-grade students in foundational math skills, building confidence and readiness for advanced topics.
  • Provided specialized instruction for struggling students in first through fourth grades.
  • Instructed middle school mathematics, language arts, and science courses, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

to Assistant to 1st Grade Teacher

Stough Elementary School
Raleigh, NC
01.2021 - 01.2022

Collaborated with students to improve reading skills through tailored support.

  • Facilitated classroom activities and fostered student engagement alongside teacher.
  • Graded student assignments to provide timely feedback and support learning progress.
  • Escorted students to special classes, ensuring punctuality and safety.
  • Designed bulletin boards to promote educational themes and creativity.

Teacher

Cresset Christian Academy
Durham, NC
01.2019 - 01.2021

Teacher

Neuse Christian Academy
Raleigh, NC
08.1972 - 04.1976

Education

Strayer University
Raleigh, NC
05-2026

Fresno University
California
05-2026

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Campbell College
Buies Creek, NC
01-1972

High School -

Needham B. Broughton high school
Raleigh, NC
01-1967

Skills

  • Effective communication
  • Lesson planning
  • Dependability and responsibility
  • Patience and friendliness
  • Team collaboration
  • Organizational skills

Certification

  • CPR/First Aid Certification
  • Driver’s License
  • Teacher’s License – expired two years ago

References

  • Mrs. Lara Wise, Present boss, Preschool Director, 6628 Good Hope Church Road, Cary, NC, 27519
  • Mrs. Pam Fowler, Previous boss, 6255 US HWY 64E, Pittsboro, NC, 27312
  • Mrs. Terry Chambers, Friend, 5112 Huxey Glenn Ct., Durham, NC, 27703

Other Employment

  • Norwood School, Raleigh, NC
  • Southern Council Academy, Knightdale, NC
  • Southern Christian Academy, RTP, NC

Coursework

  • Preschool classes online
  • Children’s choir at church
  • Tutor
  • Work at KUMON three afternoons a week
  • Preschool Workshop

Accomplishments

  • Who's Who in America

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work

Work Type

Part Time

Location Preference

On-Site

Salary Range

$0/hr - $1000/hr

Timeline

Teacher

Good Hope Preschool
01.2022 - Current

to Assistant to 1st Grade Teacher

Stough Elementary School
01.2021 - 01.2022

Teacher

Cresset Christian Academy
01.2019 - 01.2021

Teacher

Gorman Christian Academy
08.1984 - 05.2024

Teacher

Neuse Christian Academy
08.1972 - 04.1976

Strayer University

Fresno University

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Campbell College

High School -

Needham B. Broughton high school
Phyllis Morriss