Joseph Harris
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
08.2014 - Current
- Improved student understanding by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lessons.
- Established a positive classroom atmosphere that fostered respect among students and encouraged open dialogue about challenging concepts.
- Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers within the department, offering guidance on best practices and effective teaching methods.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, catering to individual student needs and promoting inclusive learning environments.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
University of Memphis
Memphis, TNBachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZMaster of Arts - Secondary Education
Harding University
Searcy, ARMaster of Science - Biology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZDoctor of Education - Educational Leadership
Trevecca Nazarene University
Nashville, TNSkills
- Pedagogical Knowledge
- Feedback provision
- Educational research
- Safe, Positive Learning Environment
Timeline
Teacher
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
08.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
University of Memphis
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Arizona State University
Master of Arts - Secondary Education
Harding University
Master of Science - Biology
Grand Canyon University
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
Trevecca Nazarene University