Years of Professional Experience
Cheri Marzelli
Luray,VA
Summary
Enthusiastic senior-level instructor with the flexibility and resourcefulness to adapt to changing administrative and student goals and needs. Experienced, accomplished professional with goal-oriented, client-focused skills. A diligent self-starter able to prioritize and multitask under high pressure situations.
Overview
25
25
8
8
Certificates
Work History
High School Teacher - Science
Warren County Public Schools
07.2021 - Current
- Instructor of Environmental Science and Biology II.
- Utilize data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
- Improve student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and strategies tailored to individual learning styles - 96% passing rate.
- Create positive classroom environment by implementing effective classroom management techniques, fostering respect and inclusivity among students - 0 incident reports, 2023-24.
- Develop and implement engaging lab experiments, providing hands-on learning experiences for students.
- Lead professional development workshops for fellow teachers to share best practices in classroom management.
- Continuously update curriculum materials to ensure alignment with current core curriculum standards and state requirements.
- Assess student progress regularly through formative and summative assessments, adjusting instruction as needed.
- Develop strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Organize engaging field trips and guest speaker events to supplement classroom learning with real-world experiences.
- Integrate real-life examples into lessons, demonstrating the practical applications of scientific concepts.
- Serve as an advisor for after-school clubs fostering connections between classmates while expanding their interests outside the traditional curriculum.
- Mentor new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance on effective teaching strategies.
Training Instructor
BSR/US Dept. of State-Diplomatic Training Unit
Summit Point, WV
03.2015 - 02.2017
- Classroom and Field Instructor of high-threat security driving operations, vehicle
- Identified training needs of clients through initial evaluation.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to create cohesive lesson plans, ensuring consistency in training quality.
- Reviewed and revised written training objectives, lesson plans, training materials and methods for accuracy and effectiveness.
- Kept abreast of industry trends to ensure high quality instruction.
- Enhanced trainee retention by incorporating interactive activities and real-life examples into training sessions through structured classroom/in-car/on track instruction.
- Conducted assessments of trainee progress and adjusted instructional strategies accordingly for optimal results.
- Ensured training objectives were met through written evaluation and performance observation of clients for application in applicable work environment - 100% pass rate (required).
- Utilized unique tools to communicate complex learning objectives to a diverse student body, including foreign nationals, non-drivers and non-English speaking students.
- Subject matter expert in security/counter-terrorist driving techniques, surveillance detection, attack recognition/response, motorcade operations, vehicle dynamics and Foreign Affairs Critical Threat training.
- Consistently achieved outstanding performance evaluations and superior client reviews.
Project Manager
Independent Contractor - Residential Construction
Arlington, Virginia
12.2010 - 02.2015
- Met with clients to create detailed residential construction project plans, outlining specific job requirements and budgets.
- Managed hiring and supervision of all contractors on site to ensure competent, effective workforce.
- Established excellent work relationships and delivered outstanding customer service with third party vendors and contractors.
- Tracked project performance to analyze the successful completion of short and long-term goals.
- Cultivated and managed positive relationships between stakeholders and clients.
- Ensured all projects were completed on time and within designated budget - 96.5% success rate.
- Developed status reports on project progress for client updates.
- Met budgetary objectives and made adjustments to project constraints based on financial analysis.
Deputy, First Class
Loudoun County Sheriff's Office
10.2010 - 09.2014
- Conducted patrols, emergency response and thorough investigations for criminal cases, resulting in successful apprehensions of offenders.
- Effectively managed high-stress situations while ensuring the safety of individuals involved using de-escalation techniques.
- Drafted 2-5 report per shift detailing incidents and arrests.
- Completed comprehensive training courses in firearms proficiency (sharpshooter), self-defense tactics, first aid response, FEMA crisis management and emergency response.
- Partnered with other law enforcement agencies, resulting in seamless. collaboration during joint operations or investigations.
- Secured/processed crime scenes, gathered evidence, interviewed witnesses.
- Supervised jail and inmate activity to maintain order and safety of 30 inmates per unit.
- Served court documents and completed civil process duties for ten cases (ave.) per 12-hour shift.
- Member - Team of the Month - Apprehension of a burglary suspect - 2014.
- Member - Crime Scene Unit Cadre.
- Diver - Underwater Search/Evidence Recovery Team (USERT).
- Law Enforcement Recruiter.
Instructor
Rowan Burlington College
01.2010 - 11.2010
- Director of structured learning for physical science lecture and laboratory courses (100+ adult students).
- Designed, developed and produced all course materials, teaching plans, lecture presentations, exams and evaluation materials.
- Provided course management services including needs assessments, course development and instructional timelines.
- Maintained all student records, evaluations and progress reports.
- Identified and applied appropriate instructional delivery mechanisms for LD, ESL, non-traditional and diverse learners, tailoring instruction to improve course effectiveness.
- Operated/maintained standard chemistry/biology/physical science laboratory equipment.
- Supervised and instructed student body in laboratory, field research and classroom settings.
Education
M.Ed - Secondary Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01.2009
B.S. - Marine Science, Marine Biology
Stockton University
Galloway, NJSkills
- Expert in Instructional Design
- Expert in Differentiated Instruction
- Expert in Curriculum Development
- Expert in content knowledge: Marine Science, Environmental Science, Biology, Law Enforcement/Security Operations, Incident Command, Emergency Response
- Highly effective in both independent and team environments with diverse groups
- Proven analytical skills
- Proficient E-learning instructor
- Proficient in all Google and Microsoft Office Suite applications including Adobe, Excel, PowerPoint
Certification
- Virginia Provisional Teaching License - Biology Endorsement
- VA Law Enforcement Officer (NVCJTA) Ashburn, VA
- VA Courts, Civil Process, Correctional Officer – (RRCJTA) Middletown, VA
- FEMA IS-00700.a
- FEMA IS-00100.LEb
- FEMA IS-00200.b
- Incident Response to Terrorist Bombing
- National Fire Academy - Emergency Response to Terrorism
Timeline
High School Teacher - Science
Warren County Public Schools
07.2021 - Current
Training Instructor
BSR/US Dept. of State-Diplomatic Training Unit
03.2015 - 02.2017
Project Manager
Independent Contractor - Residential Construction
12.2010 - 02.2015
Deputy, First Class
Loudoun County Sheriff's Office
10.2010 - 09.2014
Instructor
Rowan Burlington College
01.2010 - 11.2010
M.Ed - Secondary Education
Grand Canyon University
B.S. - Marine Science, Marine Biology
Stockton University
Community Service
- American Red Cross, Volunteer Speaker: Fire Prevention Training, Traveled to various community locations to provide fire prevention training and instruction.
- American Cancer Society, Relay for Life Community Outreach and Event Volunteer, Contacted/visited local business to develop team participation and fundraising for annual local Relay for Life event.
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