Derek Demmler
Lawrenceville,GA
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience in developing comprehensive lesson plans for Social Studies and English Language Arts, tailored to meet diverse student needs. Proficient in employing innovative teaching methodologies that enhance student engagement and comprehension. Expertise in managing classroom dynamics to cultivate a productive and inclusive learning environment, ensuring academic success for all learners. Committed to fostering a passion for learning and empowering students to reach their full potential.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher/Department Chair
Mountain Education Charter High School
Gainesville, GA
11.2023 - Current
- Department Chair for the Social Studies Department/Teacher in both Social Studies and ELA classrooms
- Assists students with blended learning model in both Social Studies and ELA courses
Teacher
Gainesville High School
Gainesville, GA
07.2022 - Current
- Lit III Teacher
- American Literature Teacher
- Multicultural Literature Teacher
- Advanced Composition Teacher
- Interact Club Sponsor
Teacher
Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School
Rabun Gap, GA
08.2017 - 05.2022
- AP US History Teacher
- American Government
- 11th Humanities Team Leader
- 9th Grade Humanities 2017-2019
- American History 2017-2019
- Modern World History 2017-2018
- King: 50 Years Later (elective)
- Creative Writing (elective)
- Dorm Parent 2017-Present
- Varsity Women’s Assistant Soccer Coach 2018-2021
- Varsity Football Director of Sideline Operations 2018-2020
Teacher
Stephens County High School
Toccoa, GA
08.2010 - 05.2017
- AP US History Teacher 2013-2017
- American Literature 2011-2017
- British Literature 2010-2011
- 9th Grade English/Language Arts 2010-2011
- Varsity Boys Soccer Coach 2014-2017
- School Safety Committee 2012-2017
- Interact Club Advisor 2012-2016
- Envirothon Assistant Coach 2011-2014
Teacher
Browne Academy
Alexandria, VA
08.2007 - 12.2009
- 7th/8th Grade History Teacher
- Student Council Sponsor
- Center for the Constitution Summer Teacher Seminar participant 2008
- We the People competition team sponsor
- George Washington Teacher Institute Summer Seminar participant 2009
Education
Ed. S -
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA05-2027
MAED/TED-S - Secondary Education
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ12.2008
B.A. - Religion/Philosophy and US History
Roanoke College
Salem, VA05.1999
Skills
- ESOL Endorsed
- Gifted Endorsed
- Classroom Instruction and Management
- Distance Instruction via Zoom
- Research
- Teambuilding
- Communication
- Teacher Mentor
- Curriculum Development
- Professional Development in Student/Staff Mental Health, Multi-grade curriculum design, Place-Based and Applied Learning
Accomplishments
Leadership Georgia - State leadership training Class of 2017
Rural School and Community Trust Global Teacher Fellow - Awarded a grant to travel to Europe to design a place-based curriculum on D-Day involving areas in England, France, and Toccoa, GA. Toccoa, GA (2015)
Leadership Toccoa/Stephens County - Local community leadership training (2014)
Leadership KA - Leadership program associated with the Kappa Alpha Order National Fraternity (2008)
Kappa Alpha Order Deputy Province Commander for Academic Affairs (2007-2009)
Certification
Gifted Endorsement
ESOL Endorsement
College Board Advanced Placement U.S. History
AWARDS
Leadership Georgia - State leadership training Class of 2017
Rural School and Community Trust Global Teacher Fellow - Awarded a grant to travel to Europe to design a place-based curriculum on D-Day involving areas in England, France, and Toccoa, GA. Toccoa, GA (2015),
Leadership Toccoa/Stephens County - Local community leadership training (2014),
Leadership KA - Leadership program associated with the Kappa Alpha Order National Fraternity (2008),
Deputy Province Commander for Academic Affairs (2007-2009)
Timeline
Teacher/Department Chair
Mountain Education Charter High School
11.2023 - Current
Teacher
Gainesville High School
07.2022 - Current
Teacher
Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School
08.2017 - 05.2022
Teacher
Stephens County High School
08.2010 - 05.2017
Teacher
Browne Academy
08.2007 - 12.2009
B.A. - Religion/Philosophy and US History
Roanoke College
Ed. S -
University of West Georgia
MAED/TED-S - Secondary Education
University of Phoenix