Fawnya Gibson
Somerset
Summary
A dynamic educator and union advocate, I excel in fostering inclusive learning, driving change, and promoting fair workplace practices. Adaptable and self-motivated, I thrive in collaborative environments, building strong relationships for success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
General Education Teacher
Franklin Township Board of Education
Somerset, NJ
09.2012 - Current
- Maintain current knowledge of instructional techniques and available resources.
- Use positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
- Enhance student comprehension by implementing diverse teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Conduct skills assessments to uncover performance gaps.
- Teacher of the Year 2024-2025
SCEA Executive Committee
Somerset County Education Association
Somerset County
09.2021 - Current
- NJEA Human & Civil Rights Representative
- Provide updates and reports during county meetings.
- Advocate for members in the promotion and protection of civil rights.
- Organize the Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Human & Civil Rights Celebration.
- Represent committee at NJEA Convention booth.
- Serve on the subcommittee addressing the School to Prison Pipeline issue.
- Engage in the amendment process for the constitution and bylaws.
District Equity Team
Franklin Township Board Of Education
Somerset, NJ
08.2020 - 06.2022
- Conducted district training on culturally and linguistically responsive pedagogy.
- Analyzed staff demographics and relevant data.
- Developed action plans to promote equitable practices.
- Served as Chair of the Recruitment and Retention Subcommittee.
Minority Leadership & Recruitment Chair
Franklin Township Education Association
Somerset, NJ
09.2019 - 06.2023
- Led a team of over 10 members during monthly meetings.
- Coordinated members' participation in NJEA workshops and conferences.
- Facilitated an event focused on supporting Members of Color, aimed at addressing teacher retention and enhancing union engagement.
- Recruited new members to strengthen the organization.
- Established a scholarship for aspiring educators.
- Organized an annual PRIDE event.
- Obtained the inaugural budget for the committee's activities.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ11-2008
Bachelor of Arts - Labor Relations
Rutgers University (Douglass College)
New Brunswick, NJ05-1997
Skills
- Dynamic Educator
- Union Advocate
- Highly Adaptable
- Self-Motivated Professional
- Collaborative Team Member
Accomplishments
- MOC Organizing Bootcamp (9/24-11/24)
- NorthWest Empowerment Project (9/24-Present)
- Uniserve Committee Meeting (3/12/25)
- Negotiation Cohort (3/25-5/25)
- State Delegate NEA-RA (2024-2025)
Timeline
SCEA Executive Committee
Somerset County Education Association
09.2021 - Current
District Equity Team
Franklin Township Board Of Education
08.2020 - 06.2022
Minority Leadership & Recruitment Chair
Franklin Township Education Association
09.2019 - 06.2023
General Education Teacher
Franklin Township Board of Education
09.2012 - Current
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts - Labor Relations
Rutgers University (Douglass College)