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Kevin Marks
Teacher
Davie,FL
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Tony Robbins
Summary
- Passionate and driven, highly-effective social sciences teacher with seven years experience teaching 6th grade U.S. History, 7th grade Civics, and 8th grade World History. Natural leader with strong work ethic. Knowledgeable and experienced with research-based practices and maintaining a growth mindset. Focused on student-centered instruction to create an engaged, inclusive, and collaborative learning environment.
- Professional Teacher focused on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. Skilled lecturer, discussion facilitator and hands-on leader focused on student success. Excels at meeting and exceeding district standards.
Overview
11
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Miami Dade County Public Schools
Social Science Teacher
02.2016 - Current
Job overview
- Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Social Science Department Chair - assist in the research and implementation of best practices in curriculum & instruction.
- Middle School Grade Level Chair - instructional leadership role and communications liaison between teachers of department, principal, and other school groups.
- Civics instructor - implementation of civics curriculum and preparation for EOC including Saturday Academy, Civics Camp, and after-school tutoring with 2023 EOC score of 96% proficiency.
Miami Dade County Public Schools
Conqueror Success Academy Teacher
06.2016 - 08.2018
Job overview
- Summer program-provided students in 2nd to 5th grade additional instructional and extracurricular support in all content areas to increase proficiency in core content areas during school year.
- After-school tutoring in science, math, and reading, artistic and cultural enrichment, technology and telecommunication, and health and nutrition to increase student academic performance and proficiency.
Schenectady County Public Schools
Classroom Tutor
01.2013 - 12.2015
Job overview
- Provided tutoring for students whose needs were not met in traditional educational environments through flexible scheduling, individualized programs and job/career counseling with a 1:5 classroom ratio.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Adult Education/TASC Instructor - instructed adults pursuing NYS High School Equivalency Diploma.
Education
The University of West FloridaPensacola, FL
Master of Education from Educational Leadership
05.2024
The University of West FloridaPensacola, FL
Master of Education from Curriculum & Instruction in Secondary Education
12.2019
SUNY At AlbanyAlbany, NY
Bachelor of Arts from English
05.2012
Hudson Valley Community CollegeTroy, NY
Associate of Arts from Individual Studies
05.2010
Skills
- Leadership
- Classroom Management
- Experience with Research-Based Practices
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Strong Communication Skills
- Technology Integration
- Lesson Planning
- Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Canva
- Team Teaching and Collaboration
- Individualized Support
- Instructional Strategies
- Social Perceptiveness
- Activity Planning
- Curriculum Standards
- Video Conferencing
- Chaperoning Events
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Reading Comprehension
- Discussion Facilitation
- Student Engagement
- Staff Development
- Active Listening
- Multicultural Education
- Social Studies Teaching
- Distance Learning
- Standardized Testing
- District Standards
- Test Administration
- Learning Modalities
- Cultural Awareness
- K-12 Education
- Positive Interactions
Accomplishments
Rookie Teacher of the Year 2019
Microsoft Innovative Educator Certification
Civics EOC score of 100% in 2019 and 2021
Certification
State of Florida Department of Education Educator Certificate Social Sciences Grades 5-9
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Timeline
Conqueror Success Academy Teacher
Miami Dade County Public Schools
06.2016 - 08.2018
Social Science Teacher
Miami Dade County Public Schools
02.2016 - Current
Classroom Tutor
Schenectady County Public Schools
01.2013 - 12.2015
The University of West Florida
Master of Education from Educational Leadership
The University of West Florida
Master of Education from Curriculum & Instruction in Secondary Education
SUNY At Albany
Bachelor of Arts from English
Hudson Valley Community College
Associate of Arts from Individual Studies
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