Malkolm Harris
Fairfax
Summary
Results-focused education professional with strength in literature. Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Proficient in leveraging reading comprehension and literary knowledge to promote higher achievement. Adept at managing concurrent objectives to promote efficiency and influence positive outcomes. Organized and dependable professional successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Experienced in social services applicable to various work settings.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Alexandria City Public Schools
2023.06 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
English/Journalism Teacher
Richard Wright Public Charter School
2022.08 - 2023.08
- Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules and language skills
- Assisted in development of college and career readiness programs
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students
- Assessed and evaluated student performance through use of standardized testing
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
Instructional Educator
Statesmen College Preparatory Academy for Boys
2022.01 - 2022.08
- Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules and language skills
- Assisted in development of college and career readiness programs
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students
- Assessed and evaluated student performance through use of standardized testing
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning
- Collaborated with other instructional assistants and teachers to provide comprehensive support to students and deliver instruction aligned with curriculum standards
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments
- Developed materials for classroom teachers to support instruction, lab work or in-class activities.
Americorps Member
City Year
2021.08 - 2022.01
- Reviewed, implemented and updated company records related to team activities for future reference
- Devised problem-solving methods such counseling, psychotherapy and homework assignments to improve clients' quality of life
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
Education
Provisional Special Education License -
ITeach
2024
Bachelor of Science, Multidisciplinary -
West Virginia University
01.2020
Skills
- Communication skills
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Classroom Management
- Materials management
- Meeting facilitation
- Microsoft excel
- Microsoft office
- Differentiated Instruction
- Data Management
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Alexandria City Public Schools
2023.06 - Current
English/Journalism Teacher
Richard Wright Public Charter School
2022.08 - 2023.08
Instructional Educator
Statesmen College Preparatory Academy for Boys
2022.01 - 2022.08
Americorps Member
City Year
2021.08 - 2022.01
Provisional Special Education License -
ITeach
Bachelor of Science, Multidisciplinary -
West Virginia University
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