Brian Kiernan
Randolph,NJ
Summary
Experienced Social Studies Teacher with experience educating students on global and American ideals and cultural heritage. Generates student awareness of rights, liberties and responsibilities as citizens. Explains concepts of government, geography, history, economics, civics and current events. Develops lesson plans, assigns and grades exercises and encourages student participation during classroom activities.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher of Social Studies
Morris School District
09.2002 - Current
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected social studies content to other subject areas.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials tailored to individual learning styles.
- Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Implemented project-based learning activities that encouraged students to apply their knowledge to real-life situations, enhancing problem-solving skills and deepening understanding of course concepts.
Teacher of Social Studies
New Providence School District
09.2000 - 06.2002
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected social studies content to other subject areas.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials tailored to individual learning styles.
- Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Assisted struggling students through targeted one-on-one tutoring sessions, resulting in improved academic performance.
Education
Master of Arts - Masters in The Art of Teaching (M.A.T.)
Marygrove College
Detroit, MI05.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Drew University
Madison, NJ05.1999
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Educational technology
- Classroom Management
- Technology Implementation
- Curriculum Development
- Discussion Facilitation
- Project-based learning
- Interpersonal and Social Skills
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Student-Centered Learning
Certification
- Teacher of Social Studies- Secondary Education License
Timeline
Teacher of Social Studies
Morris School District
09.2002 - Current
Teacher of Social Studies
New Providence School District
09.2000 - 06.2002
Master of Arts - Masters in The Art of Teaching (M.A.T.)
Marygrove College
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Drew University
- Teacher of Social Studies- Secondary Education License
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