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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
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
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
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
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, AZ
11-2008

Bachelor of Arts - Labor Relations

Rutgers University (Douglass College)
New Brunswick, NJ
05-1997

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)
Fawnya Gibson