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CLAIRE BIRCHENOUGH

Lexington,NC

Summary

Creative and versatile copywriter skilled in SEO-driven content, brand storytelling, and audience engagement. Adept at crafting compelling copy across digital platforms with precision and efficiency. Former educator with expertise in research writing and clear messaging. Passionate about storytelling and digital marketing.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Freelance Writer

MEF Associates and others
10.2021 - Current
  • Develop engaging SEO-optimized content for websites, blogs, and podcasts.
  • Write compelling product descriptions, marketing copy, and email campaigns for businesses.
  • Ghostwrite feature articles for the North State Journal, ensuring journalistic clarity and engagement.
  • Edit research proposals and manuscripts for precision, clarity, and impact.
  • Design ebooks, newsletters, and LinkedIn content to drive brand visibility.
  • Create educational content and curriculum materials for diverse audiences.

High School English and Language Arts Teacher

North Carolina Leadership Academy
Kernersville, North Carolina
08.2019 - 05.2021
  • Taught tenth and twelfth grade ELA, Advanced Placement Literature
  • Designed and taught college-preparatory writing courses, strengthening students’ research and analytical skills.
  • Developed and oversaw senior research projects, guiding students in structured content development.
  • Wrote and implemented new curriculum focusing on audience engagement and persuasive writing.

Secondary English Teacher

Westminster Christian Academy
Town and Country, Missouri
01.2011 - 07.2018
  • Taught ninth, tenth, eleventh, and twelfth grade expository writing and literature studies
  • Created comprehensive writing and literature curricula, including Advanced Expository Writing and American Literature.
  • Mentored new teachers in effective communication and student engagement techniques.
  • Led professional learning communities focused on writing instruction and curriculum development.
  • Reviewed and optimized English department pedagogy as part of an ISACS accreditation team.

Education

Master of Arts - Secondary Education

Missouri Baptist University
St. Louis, MO
01-2014

Bachelor of Arts - Engish, Magna Cum Laude

University of Missouri
Columbia, MO
01-2009

Skills

  • SEO Content Development
  • Copywriting
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Curriculum Design
  • Research & Editorial Precision
  • Project Management
  • Creative Writing
  • Teaching & Mentoring
  • Collaboration & Teamwork

Certification

  • Missouri Career CPC Certification: English, Grades 7-12
  • North Carolina Teaching Certification: English, Grades 7-12
  • Google Certified Educator Level 1
  • NCTE (National Council of Teachers of English), member

Timeline

Freelance Writer

MEF Associates and others
10.2021 - Current

High School English and Language Arts Teacher

North Carolina Leadership Academy
08.2019 - 05.2021

Secondary English Teacher

Westminster Christian Academy
01.2011 - 07.2018

Master of Arts - Secondary Education

Missouri Baptist University

Bachelor of Arts - Engish, Magna Cum Laude

University of Missouri

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