DAVID REY MARTINEZ
Summary
Accomplished Advanced Placement Social Studies educator with over 11 years of experience in student-centered instruction and curriculum development. Recognized by the College Board for consistent and accurate application of a standardized scoring rubric as an AP Reader. Expertise in driving student success through innovative teaching strategies and technology integration in diverse educational settings.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Social Studies Teacher
MAST@FIU Biscayne Bay Campus
North Miami, FL
08.2022 - Current
- Produced exceptional AP student achievement with 95.5% (2025) and 93% (2026) of AP World History students earning qualifying scores (3 or higher).
- Taught Advanced Placement and Honors courses including AP World History, AP Human Geography, Honors Psychology, Honors U.S. History, Honors Economics & Government, and Honors Personal Finance, fostering critical thinking and analytical skills in diverse learners.
- Guided AP Human Geography students to a 4.40 average AP exam score in 2026, with 85% earning qualifying scores (3+) and 75% earning the highest score of 5, while consistently outperforming Florida and global averages.
- Chosen by the College Board to serve as a 2025 AP World History Reader.
- Designed and facilitated Saturday AP Academies for targeted exam preparation, review sessions, and individualized interventions, enhancing student performance and exam readiness.
- Integrate instructional technology through Google Sites digital portfolios, AP Classroom, Google Classroom, AI-assisted learning tools, and interactive instructional platforms.
- Collaborated with administrators, counselors, and families on the school's Attendance Committee to address chronic absenteeism and implement effective intervention plans.
- Coordinate monthly professional learning meetings for AP Social Studies teachers to align curriculum, analyze assessment data, and share instructional best practices.
Social Studies Department Chair & Teacher
David Lawrence Jr. K-8 Center
North Miami, FL
08.2015 - 08.2022
- Led Social Studies Department for five years, overseeing curriculum planning, driving instructional improvement, and managing department operations to enhance student learning.
- Raised Civics End-of-Course proficiency to 80% while consistently maintaining school performance above the Florida state average at a Title I school.
- Taught U.S. History, Civics, and World History, engaging all 7th-grade students by 2022 and preparing them for success in Florida's Civics EOC assessment.
- Directed the 8th Grade Level, facilitating interdisciplinary collaboration, curriculum alignment, and providing teacher support.
- Co-presented the district's 'Summer Heat 2.0' professional development, training Miami-Dade educators to implement congressional hearing simulations and inquiry-based instruction.
- Played a key role in the School Improvement Plan and led a team to support instructional initiatives and school-wide improvement efforts.
- Coordinated logistics for major school events including field days, dances, promotion ceremonies, and eighth-grade graduation, fostering community engagement and student participation.
Education
Master of Science - Instructional Design & Technology
St. Thomas University
Miami Gardens, FLBachelor of Arts - Political Science (Social Studies Education Track)
Florida International University
Miami, FLSkills
- Google Workspace & Google Sites
- Google Classroom, Schoology, & AP Classroom
- AI-Assisted Learning Tools
- Kahoot! & Quizlet
- Stakeholder Communication & Collaboration
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Conflict Resolution & Time Management
- Public Speaking & Workshop Facilitation
Certifications And Professional Recognition
- College Board Recognition for consistent and accurate application of a standardized scoring rubric in AP World History Student Achievement, 2026
- College Board AP Reader, 2025
- Florida Professional Educator Certificate (Social Studies 6–12) with Gifted Endorsement
- Civics Leadership Institute Certification
- Recognized by the Executive Director of Miami-Dade County Public Schools Department of Social Sciences for Professional Development Leadership
- Rookie Teacher of the Year, 2015
- Teacher of the Year Nominee, 2020-2021
Areas Of Expertise
AP World History, AP Human Geography, Honors Psychology, U.S. History, Civics, Economics, Government, Personal Finance, Social Studies Department Chair, 8th Grade Level Chair, Student Attendance & Intervention Management, Event & Logistics Coordination, Experiential Learning Design, Congressional Simulation Training ("Summer Heat 2.0"), AP Reader Standardization
Timeline
High School Social Studies Teacher
MAST@FIU Biscayne Bay Campus
08.2022 - Current
Social Studies Department Chair & Teacher
David Lawrence Jr. K-8 Center
08.2015 - 08.2022
Master of Science - Instructional Design & Technology
St. Thomas University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science (Social Studies Education Track)
Florida International University