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Farrah Fisher

Lea
Plainfield,IN

Summary

Over twenty years in education serving students, teachers, administrators and schools. An effective communicator that masterfully adapts instruction for groups of various size, backgrounds, and settings. Outgoing personality with a strong history of positive relationships with students, faculty members, and clients. Excellent reputation for encouraging growth, resolving problems, and improving work environments.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
29
29
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Computer Science Instructor

MSD Wayne Township Schools
07.2023 - Current
  • Streamlined curriculum by incorporating project-based learning, resulting in increased student engagement and understanding.
  • Enhanced course materials with multimedia resources, leading to a more engaging and interactive learning experience for students.
  • Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students had the opportunity to succeed academically.

Adjunct Professor

IUPUI School Of Education
01.2022 - Current
  • Taught education methods courses in math and science focused on application of content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Transitioned course material and applied technological options for online and course-related software for over 50 students.
  • Empowered students to take ownership of their education by facilitating opportunities for independent research projects within specific areas of interest.

Consultant

Equitable Education Solutions
12.2020 - 04.2023
  • Educated and empowered school leaders and teachers by providing professional development sessions.
  • Delivered superior service to clients to maintain and extend relationships for future opportunities.
  • Instrumental in collaboration with teams to re-define, strategize, and design curriculum to implement STEM for school districts.
  • Created and developed detailed websites for numerous school districts.
  • Successfully researched and wrote grants.

Teacher and Coach

Multiple Districts
06.2016 - 12.2020
  • Provided assistance to faculty and staff by teaching classes, conducting workshops, and in-class support.
  • Increased ESL students' levels by adding accommodations to individualize plans for students needs, and met with one-on-one for extra guidance.
  • Developed leveled activities and integrated technology to diversify and improve instruction for 100% of students.

Migrant Teacher

IN Department Of Education
05.2013 - 07.2016
  • Cultivate partnerships with vocational training companies and local community for experiences.
  • Reviewed course materials and student progress to identify strengths and weaknesses to accommodate.

Teacher

Cumberland County Schools
08.2003 - 06.2012
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging multi-disciplinary lessons to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Education

Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN
08.1998 - 12.2022

Master of Arts - Education

Ball State University
Muncie, IN
01.2018 - 07.2020

English As A New Language -

Butler University
Indianapolis, IN
06.2017 - 05.2019

Skills

    Individualized support

Technology integration

Differentiated instruction

Client Relationships

Inquiry-based learning

Classroom management

Software

Google Work Space Applications

Microsoft Programs

Data Collection, Analysis, Management

Timeline

Computer Science Instructor

MSD Wayne Township Schools
07.2023 - Current

Adjunct Professor

IUPUI School Of Education
01.2022 - Current

Consultant

Equitable Education Solutions
12.2020 - 04.2023

Master of Arts - Education

Ball State University
01.2018 - 07.2020

English As A New Language -

Butler University
06.2017 - 05.2019

Teacher and Coach

Multiple Districts
06.2016 - 12.2020

Migrant Teacher

IN Department Of Education
05.2013 - 07.2016

Teacher

Cumberland County Schools
08.2003 - 06.2012

Bachelor of Science - Education

Indiana State University
08.1998 - 12.2022
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