Farrin Harrell
Gretna
Summary
Accomplished educator with expertise in literacy instruction and data-driven teaching, honed at KIPP East Primary School. Excel in differentiated instruction and fostering student growth through innovative lesson planning. Proven ability to build strong relationships with students and families, enhancing academic success and collaboration. Achieved a 20% increase in reading proficiency through targeted interventions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Teacher
KIPP East Primary School
01.2020 - Current
- 3rd Grade ELA (2 years): Strengthened reading and writing skills through structured literacy and guided practice
- 3rd Grade Social Studies (2 years): Developed content knowledge using inquiry-based instruction
- Kindergarten Intervention (1 year): Provided early literacy and numeracy intervention to support foundational skill development
- Used data to plan interventions and track student progress
- Collaborated with grade-level teams to support school-wide academic goals
5th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Einstein Elementary School
New Orleans
02.2019 - 05.2020
- Implemented engaging literacy lessons aligned with state standards
- Supported student growth through targeted instruction and feedback
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects and activities.
- Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods and feedback sessions.
- Maintained a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and respect.
5th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Mary D. Coghill Elementary School
New Orleans
08.2018 - 02.2019
- Delivered standards-based ELA instruction focused on reading comprehension, writing, and critical thinking
- Differentiated instruction to meet varied learning needs
- Monitored student progress using formative assessments
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learners in English Language Arts.
- Implemented reading comprehension strategies to support student learning objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Southern University At New Orleans
New Orleans, LA05-2018
Skills
- Literacy Instruction (ELA)
- Academic Intervention & Small-Group Instruction
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Lesson Planning & Curriculum Alignment
- Student Assessment & Progress Monitoring
- Relationship Building with Students & Families
- Data analysis
- Team collaboration
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Elementary Teacher
KIPP East Primary School
01.2020 - Current
5th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Einstein Elementary School
02.2019 - 05.2020
5th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Mary D. Coghill Elementary School
08.2018 - 02.2019
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Southern University At New Orleans