BILLY FARMER II
Memphis,TN
Summary
Knowledgeable [Job Title] making complex concepts easier to understand while challenging students to think critically. Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction as needed. Familiar with different assessments and pedagogical methods to help gauge understanding and learning. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
8th Grade English Instructor
Germantown Middle School
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Developed long-term lesson plans based on Tennessee Science curricular standards
- Created lessons based on Confucian and Socratic methods, using a more organic (student-centered) style of instructing
- Developed classroom management system and procedures with immediate student buy-in
- Participated in professional development workshops and discussions.
- Selected and prepared educational resources, taking account of students' interests and cultural backgrounds.
- Assessed individual progress through regular quizzes, tests, essays, and oral presentations, ensuring timely feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects that enriched the overall educational experience for students.
Sales Associate
TruGreen Lawn Service
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Educate customers on proper lawn maintenance practices by conducting lawn analysis, advising customers of problems with lawn and landscape, and determining appropriate solutions
- Coordinate workflow and activities to achieve expected sales goals
- Have an in-depth knowledge of the organization's products and services.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
7th Grade Science Instructor
Germantown Middle School
01.2016 - 01.2018
- STEM certified – (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) employing useful strategies in product development education, curriculum design, and technology integration
- Robotics Chairperson
- Science tutor and mentor to Germantown Middle School young males and females
- Developed long-term lesson plans based on Tennessee Science curricular standards
- Created lessons based on Confucian and Socratic methods, using more organic (student-centered) style of instructing
- Developed classroom management system and procedures with immediate student buy-in
- Participated in professional development workshops and discussions.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall academic performance by sharing insights gained from analyzing assessment data within science department.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, enhancing overall educational experience.
6th Grade Science
Millington Middle School
01.2014 - 01.2015
- STEM certified – (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) employing useful strategies in product development education, curriculum design, and technology integration
- Debate Team Co-Chairperson
- Parent-Teacher-Student Association Representative (Liaison between teachers and PTSA
- Chairperson of A+ Club (honor society for students who scored proficient and above on Common Assessments)
- Science and Mathematics tutor and mentor to Millington Middle School young males and females
- Developed long-term plans based on Tennessee curricular standards
- Created lessons based on Confucian and Socratic methods, using more organic (student-centered) style of instructing
- Developed classroom management system and procedures students immediately brought into
- Participated in professional development workshops and discussions.
Taught 7th Grade English 3rd Trimester (Interim Instructor)
St. George's Independent
01.2014 - 05.2014
- English tutor
- Participated in professional development workshops and discussions.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
Taught 7th and 8th Grade United States History During the 1st Trimester (Interim Instructor)
Grace, St. Luke's
01.2013 - 05.2013
- Developed long-term plans based on Tennessee curricular standards
- Created lessons based on Confucian and Socratic methods, using a more organic (student-centered) style of instructing
- Developed classroom management system and procedures students immediately brought into
- Member of GSL Curriculum Committee, tasked with ensuring that GSL courses are up to date and of use
- Participated in professional development workshops and discussions
- Head coach of boys 5th/6th basketball team (finished with an undefeated record and championship)
- US History tutor and mentor to GSL young males and females.
Graduate Assistant
Prof. Madlock – University of Memphis
01.2010 - 05.2011
- Proctored and graded exams
- Counseled students on the best practices to prepare and write scholarly papers
- Researched and entered data concerning the economic revitalization of the Orange Mound community
- Facilitated discussion and dissemination of information to influential stakeholders of Orange Mound.
- Served as a liaison between faculty members and students for addressing concerns or issues related to coursework or academic policies.
- Expanded professional network through active participation in university-wide events, conferences, seminars, or training sessions.
Assistant Team Leader
Randy Wade Shelby Co. Sheriff's Campaign
04.2010 - 08.2010
- Went door-to-door and engaged voters in conversations about candidate and campaign
- Made sure all necessary tools (i.e
- Signs, pamphlets, water, lawn chairs, etc.) were available to volunteers
- Attended phone bank events, making many calls to potential voters on behalf of candidate
- Served as poll monitor at multiple voting sites to ensure that any potential voting irregularities would be quickly identified and resolved.
- Monitored team productivity and provided regular progress reports to senior management, highlighting areas for improvement.
- Acted as liaison between team members and upper management to facilitate communication and ensure alignment with objectives.
- Supervised 5 co-workers.
- Conducted new-hire trainings 3 times per year.
Intern
U.S. Representative Cohen's Office (TN-District 9)
10.2008 - 05.2010
- Provided research support on a wide range issues for the Congressman as well as the constituents of TN-District 9 and other governmental officials
- Organized and quantified grassroots level support for changes in policies, procedures, ordinances, and statutes through the use of phone and email data, which constituents and other governmental officials found to be of importance
- Monitored the daily functions of the Congressman's office; including greeting visitors, answering phones, and responding to constituents through written correspondence.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
Graduate Assistant
Center for Community-Building and Neighborhood Action
10.2008 - 05.2010
- Educated and supported community based organizations to participate fully in a proactive strategy for code enforcement and other anti-blight initiatives
- Provided research support on problem properties, foreclosure, affordable housing, and other issues related to urban blight
- Facilitated discussion and dissemination of best practices through local research and nation partnerships, such as the Nation Vacant Properties Campaign
- Coordinated grassroots support for changes in policies, procedures, ordinances, and statutes that strengthened anti-blight outcomes and implemented performance-based accountability systems.
Education
MASTERS OF ARTS IN EDUCATION -
UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS
Memphis, Tennessee05.2017
MASTERS OF ARTS IN POLITICAL SCIENCE -
UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS
Memphis, Tennessee05.2011
MASTERS OF ARTS IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION -
UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS
Memphis, Tennessee05.2007
BACHELOR OF LIBERAL ARTS DEGREE IN POLITICAL SCIENCE -
UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS
Memphis, Tennessee05.2004
Skills
- TN Licensed Life/Health Insurance Professional
- Experience using PowerSchool and PowerTeacher
- STEM certified Science teacher
- Strong Communication Skills
- Public Speaking
- Class Instruction
- Lesson Planning
- Curriculum Development
- Expertise in subject matter
- Ability to motivate students
- Group and individual instruction
- Continuous professional development
- Collaborative Team Player
- Classroom Management
- Recordkeeping
- Interpersonal relationship building
- Technology Integration
- Progress Evaluations
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Differentiated Instruction Techniques
- Schedule Management
Certification
Practitioner License – An Alternative Certification, Highly qualified to teach MIDDLE GRADES (4-8) ALL SUBJECTS on a Practitioner's License
Civicandvolunteerexperience
- YMCA, Memphis, Tennessee, Assistant Coach, Taught children the fundamentals of basketball along with life-lessons which surely assisted in their later development into young men
- North American Food Drive, Memphis, Tennessee, Chair, Led group superior of young men in the dissemination of information concerning food security as well as the collection of monies and nonperishable food items from local area businesses and communities for donation to the Memphis Food Bank – 17,000 pounds raised in one day
- Habitat for Humanity, Memphis, Tennessee, Coordinator, Assisted with fellow fraternity brothers in the construction of three homes for disadvantaged families.
- Embark – New Memphis Institute, Memphis, Tennessee, Fellow, Taught a set of tools to foster personal, professional and community development. Learned to leverage my strengths, lead locally and effectively navigate the workplace. Guided by inspiring change-makers and some of the Memphis' most dynamic current leaders.
Timeline
8th Grade English Instructor
Germantown Middle School
01.2023 - 01.2024
Sales Associate
TruGreen Lawn Service
01.2019 - 01.2020
7th Grade Science Instructor
Germantown Middle School
01.2016 - 01.2018
6th Grade Science
Millington Middle School
01.2014 - 01.2015
Taught 7th Grade English 3rd Trimester (Interim Instructor)
St. George's Independent
01.2014 - 05.2014
Taught 7th and 8th Grade United States History During the 1st Trimester (Interim Instructor)
Grace, St. Luke's
01.2013 - 05.2013
Assistant Team Leader
Randy Wade Shelby Co. Sheriff's Campaign
04.2010 - 08.2010
Graduate Assistant
Prof. Madlock – University of Memphis
01.2010 - 05.2011
Intern
U.S. Representative Cohen's Office (TN-District 9)
10.2008 - 05.2010
Graduate Assistant
Center for Community-Building and Neighborhood Action
10.2008 - 05.2010
MASTERS OF ARTS IN EDUCATION -
UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS
MASTERS OF ARTS IN POLITICAL SCIENCE -
UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS
MASTERS OF ARTS IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION -
UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS
BACHELOR OF LIBERAL ARTS DEGREE IN POLITICAL SCIENCE -
UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS
Practitioner License – An Alternative Certification, Highly qualified to teach MIDDLE GRADES (4-8) ALL SUBJECTS on a Practitioner's License
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