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Arlysha Bovan-Morrow

Westmont,IL

Summary

Professional Educator

Positive, engaging, and passionate about fostering love for social sciences in high school students. Knowledge of historical events and societal structures combined with skills in lesson planning and classroom management. Committed to creating impactful and inclusive learning environment.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

High School Social Science Teacher

Amos Alonzo Stagg High School
08.2024 - Current
  • Provided timely feedback on assignments, helping students identify their strengths and weaknesses for continuous improvement.
  • Organized engaging field trips and guest speaker events to supplement classroom learning with real-world experiences.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to target specific areas of need for each student, resulting in increased academic achievement across the board.
  • Improved student comprehension by using diverse teaching strategies tailored to individual learning styles.

U.S. History/ Civics Teacher

Oak Park River Forest High School
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans and instructional materials for U.S
  • History and Civics classes, promoting critical thinking and analytical skills among students
  • Utilized a variety of teaching methods, including multimedia resources, group activities, and class discussions, to foster active learning and student participation
  • Provided timely and constructive feedback on students' assignments and exams, encouraging academic growth and achievement

Student Teacher

Naperville North High School
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Worked with the classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices
  • Structured lessons that fit and accommodate students who have IEPs or 504s
  • Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement and activism
  • Observed and participated in special learning opportunities to expand horizons and learn different approaches
  • Led student-centered lessons that fostered inquiry by creating a purpose and value for learning by relating content directly to students' lives

Teacher Intern

Bloomington High School
06.2022 - 07.2022
  • Instructed an Algebra 1 classroom and facilitated students' discussions of classroom topics, helping each explore concepts and expand student understanding
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design learning outcomes and thoughtfully address individual student needs
  • Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline

Clinical Student

University High School
02.2022 - 05.2022
  • Worked with the classroom teacher to learn about current standards and instruction
  • Taught a three-day lesson on Gender and Sexuality within a Sociology Dual-Credit course
  • Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement

Education

Bachelors - Secondary Education in History/Social Sciences

Illinois State University
Normal, IL
05.2023

Associates - Political Science

Heartland Community College
Normal, IL
05.2019

Skills

  • Lesson Planning
  • Classroom Management
  • Inquiry-Based Learning
  • Accommodating IEPs
  • Feedback Provision
  • Online and Desktop Software Applications
  • Microsoft Products
  • Google Products
  • Zoom

Timeline

High School Social Science Teacher

Amos Alonzo Stagg High School
08.2024 - Current

U.S. History/ Civics Teacher

Oak Park River Forest High School
08.2023 - 12.2023

Student Teacher

Naperville North High School
01.2023 - 05.2023

Teacher Intern

Bloomington High School
06.2022 - 07.2022

Clinical Student

University High School
02.2022 - 05.2022

Associates - Political Science

Heartland Community College

Bachelors - Secondary Education in History/Social Sciences

Illinois State University
Arlysha Bovan-Morrow