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ERICA MATTHEWS

Crofton,MD

Summary

Hardworking Educator with years of experience working with students in general and special education. Extensive knowledge of virtual reality and creating immersive experiences and dedication to effective technology integration. Confident and detailed-oriented with dedication to organization and effective collaboration with various coworkers.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mentor Teacher

Scout House
11.2022 - 03.2023
  • Mentored players that were monetized on Horizon World virtual reality app under Meta Horizon Creator Program.
  • Improved student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods and materials tailored to individual learning styles and gaming concepts to retain players.
  • Enhanced mentee performance by providing personalized guidance and support.
  • Assisted mentees in setting achievable goals and creating realistic action plans for personal and professional growth.
  • Developed trust-based relationships with mentees through active listening and empathetic communication.
  • Offered constructive feedback on mentee progress, enabling them to refine their skills and enhance their potential.
  • Collaborated with fellow mentors to exchange best practices, ensuring continuous improvement of mentoring strategies.
  • Organized workshops and events that catered to the specific needs of the mentoring program participants.
  • Developed rapport with mentees'' supervisors, enabling a collaborative approach to supporting mentee growth and development within their workplace context.
  • Promoted positive relationships between mentees and other peers and adults to encourage social resilience and connection.
  • Advocated for students to access available resources.

Digital Creator

VRInReveiw
08.2022 - Current
  • Created Interactive designs for Facebook Meta for the 3D platform Horizon Worlds.
  • Sketched, Grey boxed and brought games into beta and alpha game
  • Designed fliers to promote events and company updates.
  • Strengthened content through proofreading and editing.
  • Used primitive shapes to design/create different world design and concepts .
  • Employed site manager tools to publish content and maintain professional looking web pages and virtual platforms.

Elementary Special Education Teacher

Anne Arundel County Public School System
08.2021 - 10.2022
  • Delivers effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students in grades 2, 3, and 4.
  • Modifies general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Assists struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focusing on areas for improvement.
  • Teaches students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Creates and manages IEPs and defining student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.

2nd Grade General Education Teacher

Anne Arundel Public School System
11.2019 - 10.2022
  • Communicated regularly with parents, students and faculty to provided feedback and discussed instructional strategies
  • Supported special educators and special education students in inclusive classroom setting
  • Attended IEP meetings for students and families
  • Kept over 20 students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
  • Conducted skills assessments to uncover performance gaps.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies to facilitate learning and increase student engagement.
  • Developed vocational training program curricula and objectives.

Instructional Assistant

Wicmoico County Schools
01.2019 - 11.2019
  • Taught Subjects for grades K-8, successfully delivering content teaching in absence of regular teacher
  • Implemented prepared lesson plans in established classrooms
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
  • Encouraged positive learning environment
  • Maintained safe and orderly classroom. Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency
  • Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school’s curriculum, goals, objectives and philosophies
  • Prepared learning materials, helping teachers prepare for daily instruction.
  • Recorded grades for coursework and tests in online reporting system.

Wireless Consultant

Cellular Sales
03.2019 - 08.2019
  • Oversaw business telecommunication networks, including telephones, office equipment, internet, and cable.
  • Responded to problems with processing and production equipment and completed timely repairs.
  • Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
  • Liaised with customers and recommended specific products and specials, aligning with individual needs, requirements and specifications.

Investigative Analyst (Contractor)

Omnisec International
08.2017 - 08.2018
  • Oversaw credentialing activities for all employees, contractors and consultants.
  • Screened incoming employees, personal belongings and shipments for security concerns.
  • Upheld integrity, candor, and compliance requirements.
  • Gathered and analyzed data for studies and reports and made recommendations based on findings.
  • Cultivated close working relationships with other municipalities and governmental agencies to achieve results for adjudication.

Background Investigator (Contractor)

Keypoint Government Solutions
10.2015 - 07.2017
  • Performed financial background checks.
  • Conducted comprehensive interviews with subjects, employers, associates, references and other individuals.
  • Documented information and submitted detailed reports.
  • Traveled to places locations for collecting specific information.
  • Noted and followed up on any unusual behavior.
  • Responded to calls in both routine and emergency situations.

Substitute Teacher

Baltimore City Public Schools
12.2013 - 05.2014
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives. 
  • Communicated with parents regarding student activities.
  • Researched best practices for arts integration and visual arts trends and applied new techniques to lesson plan material.
  • Created engaging lesson plans, fostered culture of discovery and provided well-organized classroom structure to help students succeed in program.

Assistant Program Coordinator

Maryland National Park and Planning Commision
02.2012 - 12.2013
  • Checked inventory to make sure all necessary supplies and materials were available for recreational activities.
  • Ensured that all involved parties observed the company's safety procedures and protocols.
  • Researched best practices for arts integration and visual arts trends and applied new techniques to lesson plan material.  
  • Worked collaboratively with school administrators to implement an intellectually challenging visual arts program that provided a creative outlet for students. 

Intern

Roy Cox Photography
05.2011 - 08.2012
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality photographs for various projects.
  • Expanded portfolio diversity by assisting with various types of photography projects including weddings, portraits, events, and commercial shoots.
  • Supported the lead photographer in planning and executing successful on-location sessions, ensuring smooth operations and client satisfaction.
  • Participated in industry networking events to build connections within the local photography community, fostering potential partnerships and referrals for future business opportunities.
  • Developed strong time management skills by juggling multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet deadlines.

Residential Assistant

University Of Maryland Eastern Shore
08.2009 - 05.2010
  • Upheld all university and residence hall rules, regulations and policies.
  • Promoted and sustained organic leadership by maintaining positive peer-leader relationships and supported the goals of each resident.
  • Assisted in the opening and closing of residence halls at the beginning and end of each semester, as well as during vacation periods.
  • Encouraged student participation in community and social university-sponsored programs.
  • Documented student concerts and followed up with students after confrontations.

Education

M.D. - Early Childhood Special Education

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
04.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Applied Design - Commercial Photography

University Of Maryland Eastern Shore
Princess Anne, MD
2012

Skills

  • Trained in CPI
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Classroom management
  • Student records management
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Virtual Reality
  • Game Readiness
  • Content Design
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Learning Strategies

Certification

  • Praxis - Special Education Core Knowledge and Application (5354) - 11/2021
  • Praxis - Teaching Reading Elementary (5205) -

Timeline

Mentor Teacher

Scout House
11.2022 - 03.2023

Digital Creator

VRInReveiw
08.2022 - Current

Elementary Special Education Teacher

Anne Arundel County Public School System
08.2021 - 10.2022

2nd Grade General Education Teacher

Anne Arundel Public School System
11.2019 - 10.2022

Wireless Consultant

Cellular Sales
03.2019 - 08.2019

Instructional Assistant

Wicmoico County Schools
01.2019 - 11.2019

Investigative Analyst (Contractor)

Omnisec International
08.2017 - 08.2018

Background Investigator (Contractor)

Keypoint Government Solutions
10.2015 - 07.2017

Substitute Teacher

Baltimore City Public Schools
12.2013 - 05.2014

Assistant Program Coordinator

Maryland National Park and Planning Commision
02.2012 - 12.2013

Intern

Roy Cox Photography
05.2011 - 08.2012

Residential Assistant

University Of Maryland Eastern Shore
08.2009 - 05.2010

M.D. - Early Childhood Special Education

Grand Canyon University

Bachelor of Arts - Applied Design - Commercial Photography

University Of Maryland Eastern Shore

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