Ericka DeMorris
Clawson,MI
Summary
Dedicated early-career educator with hands-on experience in classroom instruction, special education support, and student-centered learning. Proven ability to foster a positive learning environment and implement data-driven lesson plans.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Apprentice Teacher- Kindergtarten
Clawson Public Schools
Clawson, Michigan
08.2025 - 06.2026
- Assumed full responsibility for classroom instruction, management, and daily operations.
- Planned and implemented standards-aligned lessons in accordance with district and school curriculum requirements.
- Managed student behavior and fostered a positive, inclusive learning environment that supported student growth.
- Administered and monitored formative and summative assessments to evaluate student progress and guide instruction.
- Designed and facilitated differentiated small-group instruction to meet diverse academic needs.
- Utilized visual supports, instructional strategies, and scaffolding techniques to improve student engagement and comprehension.
- Collaborated with grade-level teams, specialists, and school staff to ensure instructional consistency and support student achievement across the grade level.
- Applied evidence-based Science of Reading practices while remaining up to date with state and district kindergarten standards to guide instruction.
Paraprofessional
Clawson Public Schools
Clawson, Michigan
09.2021 - 06.2025
- Provided daily individualized support to students under the supervision of a Special Education teacher.
- Facilitated student inclusion and successful participation in general education settings.
- Modified and adapted instructional materials and assignments to meet students' individual learning needs and abilities.
- Recognized, responded to, and de-escalated behavioral and crisis situations using evidence-based intervention strategies.
- Supported students in learning and thriving within the least restrictive environment (LRE).
- Implemented accommodations, modifications, and services in accordance with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
- Monitored student progress and supported the achievement of IEP goals and objectives.
- Maintained current certifications in CPR, First Aid, and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI).
Family Video
Store Manager
Berkley, Michigan
02.2009 - 03.2014
- Consistently met and exceeded sales goals through effective customer engagement and strategic sales techniques.
- Coordinated marketing initiatives and analyzed promotional performance to enhance customer engagement.
- Provided exceptional customer service and fostered positive relationships with customers and team members.
- Oversaw inventory control and implemented loss prevention strategies to safeguard assets.
- Demonstrated strong time-management and organizational skills while balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Conducted candidate interviews and supported the recruitment and hiring process.
- Prepared and processed bi-weekly payroll documentation.
- Developed strong interpersonal and communication skills through daily customer and employee interactions.
Education
Teacher Preparation - Lower Elementary Education
#TEACH Program though Talent Together
06-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University Of Olivet
Olivet, MI12-2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Oakland Community College
Bloomfield Hills, MI05-2011
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Lake Superior State University
Sault Ste. Marie, MISome College (No Degree) - Nursing
Lansing Community College
Lansing, MIHigh School Diploma -
Howell High School
Howell, MI05-2006
Skills
- Classroom management
- Behavior management
- Science of reading
- Differentiated instruction
- Small-group instruction
- IEP Implementation
- Data and Academic Standard-driven instruction
- Progress monitoring
- Curriculum planning and pacing
- Student engagement
- Collaboration
- Parent communication and relationship building
- Assessment and intervention strategies
- Time management
- Social-emotional learning (SEL)
Certification
- Michigan Interm Teaching Certificate (ITC)
- Lower Elementary Education (ZO) [pk-3]
- Orton-Gillingham Certified (OG)
Timeline
Apprentice Teacher- Kindergtarten
Clawson Public Schools
08.2025 - 06.2026
Paraprofessional
Clawson Public Schools
09.2021 - 06.2025
Family Video
Store Manager
02.2009 - 03.2014
Teacher Preparation - Lower Elementary Education
#TEACH Program though Talent Together
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University Of Olivet
Associate of Science - Nursing
Oakland Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Lake Superior State University
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Lansing Community College
High School Diploma -
Howell High School