Grant Parris
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
High school Chemistry and Physics teacher with 18 years of experience building meaningful relationships with students, colleagues, and parents to support a collaborative educational community. Supervised interactive classroom discussions that encouraged critical thinking and active participation.
Professional educator with strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment that encourages student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Cactus Shadows High School
01.2023 - Current
- Currently teaching Physics I, AP Physics I, and IB Physics
- Science Club Advisor
- Mountain Bike Team Coach
Teacher
Shadow Mountain High School
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Taught Chemistry I, Physics I, and AP Physics I
Teacher
Desert Oasis High School
01.2016 - 01.2021
- Taught Chemistry I and AP Chemistry I
Teacher
Coronado High School
01.2006 - 01.2016
- Taught Biology and Principles of Science from the 2006-2007 through the 2007-2008 school year
- Taught Chemistry and Principles of Science during the 2008-2009 school year
- Currently have been teaching Chemistry and Chemistry Honors starting from the 2009-2016 to the present school year
- Assistant JV baseball coach from the 2006-2007 through the 2007-2008 school year
- Head JV baseball coach from the 2008-2009 through the 2009-2016 school year
- Won State title in 2013
- Team was ranked 3rd in the country for the 2012-2013 baseball season
Teaching Assistant
Arizona State University
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Taught two laboratory sections of Chemistry 101
- Taught two laboratory recitation sections of Chemistry 101
Education
Masters of Education - Secondary Education
Arizona State University
01.2005
Bachelors of Science - Biochemistry
Arizona State University
01.2004
Associate of Arts -
Mesa Community College
01.1999
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Project-based learning
- Task prioritization
- Lesson delivery
Timeline
Teacher
Cactus Shadows High School
01.2023 - Current
Teacher
Shadow Mountain High School
01.2021 - 01.2023
Teacher
Desert Oasis High School
01.2016 - 01.2021
Teacher
Coronado High School
01.2006 - 01.2016
Teaching Assistant
Arizona State University
01.2003 - 01.2004
Bachelors of Science - Biochemistry
Arizona State University
Associate of Arts -
Mesa Community College
Masters of Education - Secondary Education
Arizona State University
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