Emily Pierce
San Diego,CA
Summary
Professional educator with a strong background in teaching and curriculum development. Adept at fostering collaborative environments and achieving educational goals. Skilled in creating engaging lesson plans, managing classroom dynamics, and adapting to evolving educational needs. Known for reliability, adaptability, and a results-driven approach.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
12th Grade Government Teacher
Heritage High School
Frisco, TX
01.2022 - 2025
- Nominated for Social Studies Teacher of Fall 2023, recognized for exceptional dedication to student success, and for fostering a positive classroom environment.
- Independently developed and executed a dynamic Mock Congress simulation, enhancing students' understanding of the legislative process, public policy, and civic engagement.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to enhance student participation and learning outcomes.
- Developed engaging lesson plans that align with state standards and foster critical thinking.
- Played a key role in cultivating a supportive and inclusive environment within the social studies department, offering guidance to new teachers and contributing to team collaboration.
8th Grade US History Teacher
College Park Academy
College Park, MD
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Differentiated instruction to support diverse learners, including students with special needs and English Language Learners, ensuring equitable access to content.
- Established strong communication with parents through regular updates on student progress, fostering a partnership to support student success in history.
- Implemented diverse instructional strategies to accommodate varying learning styles and promote student engagement.
11th Grade US History Teacher
Fusion Academy
Rockville, MD
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Organized and led extracurricular activities to deepen students' historical knowledge outside the classroom.
- Collaborated with fellow educators and administrators to design cross-curricular projects and that emphasized the relevance of history in students’ lives.
- Facilitated interactive lessons that encouraged critical thinking and student participation.
Education
Masters of Art - Teaching
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VABachelor of Arts - History and Political Science
University of North Texas
Denton, TXSkills
- Conflict Resolution
- Attention to details
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Leadership
- Effective Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Inclusive Teaching Practices
Certification
- Secondary Social Studies Certified - California, Texas, and Virginia
- AP Certified in Government and Politics- College Board
Timeline
12th Grade Government Teacher
Heritage High School
01.2022 - 2025
8th Grade US History Teacher
College Park Academy
01.2021 - 01.2022
11th Grade US History Teacher
Fusion Academy
01.2017 - 01.2020
Masters of Art - Teaching
Liberty University
Bachelor of Arts - History and Political Science
University of North Texas
HONORS AND AWARDS
- Teacher of the Month (Fusion Academy)
- Social Studies Teacher of the Semester (Heritage High School)