Marah M. Mason
Miami
Summary
Dedicated educator with a strong background in fostering supportive learning environments that enhance student confidence and knowledge. Expertise in communication, planning, and problem-solving to deliver effective education while maintaining structured classrooms. Committed to implementing student-centered practices and leveraging technology to drive engagement through collaborative and experiential learning.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Educator
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
09.2022 - Current
- Taught Reading/ELA for 2nd, 4th, and 5th grade students, fostering academic growth and literacy development.
- Present highly effective lesson plans to accommodate various learning styles among students in all core subjects.
- Collaborated with county educators to establish learning goals and develop best practices, promoting continuous academic growth.
- Coordinated comprehensive instruction to address individual student needs and enhance academic performance.
Independent Living Coordinator
Center for Family and Child Enrichment Inc.
11.2021 - 09.2022
- Coordinated support groups and specialized workshops while providing legal support for youth ages 13-17, enhancing access to resources.
- Evaluated and maintained documentation of youth services, ensuring compliance with program funding requirements and improving service delivery.
- Participated in interagency meetings and outreach initiatives to network with service providers and advocate for youth programs, strengthening community partnerships.
Dependency Case Manager
Center for Family and Child Enrichment Inc.
12.2016 - 11.2021
- Managed caseload of dependency cases, addressing substance abuse, mental health issues, domestic violence, neglect, and circumstantial maltreatment to support client recovery and stability.
- Developed and implemented specialized service plans, monitored home environments, and conducted visits to ensure child safety and well-being, fostering a supportive environment for families.
- Prepared comprehensive court analysis reports and assessed client needs using safety methodological tools to inform decision-making and advocate for client services.
Community Involvement Specialist
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
01.2015 - 12.2016
- Served as liaison among district, school, home, and community, facilitating parent involvement and intervention programs to support student success.
- Developed and delivered workshops to enhance student and family engagement, promoting active participation in educational processes.
- Conducted home visits addressing truancy and student concerns, fostering stronger family-school connections.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum and Instruction
Florida International University
Miami, FL08-2026
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL05-2012
Bachelor of Science - Criminology
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL04-2011
Skills
- Elementary education
- Curriculum development
- Lesson planning
- Language arts instruction
- Data-driven instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Student assessment
- Classroom management
- Behavior management
- Student engagement
- Technology integration
- Project-based learning
- Standardized tests
- Literacy strategies
- Parent-teacher communication
- Team collaboration
- Cultural awareness
- Academic goals
Certification
- Florida Educator Certification
- Temporary Certification – Gifted Endorsement
- Reading Endorsement
- CPR/AED
- Child Welfare Professional
- First Aid Mental Health Responder
Timeline
Elementary Educator
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
09.2022 - Current
Independent Living Coordinator
Center for Family and Child Enrichment Inc.
11.2021 - 09.2022
Dependency Case Manager
Center for Family and Child Enrichment Inc.
12.2016 - 11.2021
Community Involvement Specialist
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
01.2015 - 12.2016
Master of Science - Curriculum and Instruction
Florida International University
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Science - Criminology
Florida State University