Keyrun Merrill
Douglasville,GA
Summary
Accomplished educator with a proven track record at Fulton County Schools, adept in lesson planning and fostering student engagement. Leveraged multimedia strategies and collaborative projects to enhance learning experiences, significantly boosting academic performance. Excelled in classroom management and mentoring, embodying respect and adaptability.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Teacher
Fulton County Schools
08.2017 - Current
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
- Managed classroom resources efficiently, ensuring that all necessary materials were readily available for lessons and activities.
- Assessed and improved lesson plans through implementation and experimentation.
- Delivered audio-visual presentations on various platforms to cater to different learning styles.
- Established and communicated clear objectives for all educational activities.
- Created engaging lesson plans, fostered culture of discovery and provided well-organized classroom structure to help students succeed in program.
- Fostered positive and pleasant classroom culture while maintaining learning development goals.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching abilities further.
- Assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and targeted interventions to improve academic performance.
- Used computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment to supplement presentations.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, connecting subjects for a more cohesive learning experience.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and strategies for successful classroom management.
Middle School Teacher
Fulton County Schools
08.2015 - 05.2017
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Mentored new teachers to help them acclimate to the school culture and implement effective teaching strategies.
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites, and other educational materials.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Communicated objectives for all lessons, units and projects to students and parents.
- Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to create interdisciplinary projects that connected multiple subject areas for enhanced learning experiences.
- Prepared daily lesson plans for activities.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Utilized various technology platforms to enhance virtual learning experiences during remote instruction periods, ensuring continued academic progress despite challenging circumstances.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Middle School Teacher
Charter Schools USA
08.2013 - 05.2015
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Communicated objectives for all lessons, units and projects to students and parents.
- Prepared daily lesson plans for activities.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Utilized various technology platforms to enhance virtual learning experiences during remote instruction periods, ensuring continued academic progress despite challenging circumstances.
Middle School Teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools
08.2011 - 05.2013
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites, and other educational materials.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Guided students in setting and achieving personal academic goals, boosting their confidence and motivation.
Education
Master of Arts - Secondary Education
University of Phoenix
Indianapolis, IN01-2011
MBA - Business Administration
DeVry University
Atlanta, GA05-2000
Bachelor of Arts - Public Management
Indiana University, Bloomington
Bloomington, IN05-1993
Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Teaching strategies
- Classroom Management
- Student Engagement
Timeline
High School Teacher
Fulton County Schools
08.2017 - Current
Middle School Teacher
Fulton County Schools
08.2015 - 05.2017
Middle School Teacher
Charter Schools USA
08.2013 - 05.2015
Middle School Teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools
08.2011 - 05.2013
Master of Arts - Secondary Education
University of Phoenix
MBA - Business Administration
DeVry University
Bachelor of Arts - Public Management
Indiana University, Bloomington
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