Marissa MacKnight
Farmington
Summary
Motivated mentor with exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Exceptional expertise in academic support techniques, procedures and plans. In-depth knowledge in goal setting and active listening.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
AP Specialist
PACS
06.2023 - Current
- Assist with training SNF facilities on processing invoices while also problem-solving invoice issues.
Science and Math Teacher
Valor Preparatory Academy
01.2021 - 05.2023
- Created and adapted Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Biology, Chemistry, Physical Science, and middle school science learning materials by evaluating the needs and developing appropriate educational lessons for a diverse student population in grades 6-11.
- Developed relationships with students in grades 6-11 to foster student curiosity and learning through collaboration activities, lessons focusing on investigation, and individual tutoring.
AdviseAZ Program Coordinator
College Success Arizona (now Education Forward)
09.2019 - 01.2021
- Instructed over 100 AdviseAZ AmeriCorps Advisers on college access and ACT test prep through orientations, online classes, assistance with career decisions, and workshops.
- Supervised AmeriCorps members service progress and de-escalated interpersonal conflicts between AmeriCorps members and site staff.
- Oversaw AdviseAZ’s logistics, including onboarding, data collection, and data reporting.
Program Coordinator
Northern Arizona College Resource Center
09.2017 - 08.2019
- Designed and taught ACT and SAT test prep curriculum to grades 9-12, with an emphasis on the math section.
- Provided training, coaching, guidance and leadership to AmeriCorps advisers for individual advising, workshops, and test prep instruction for advising and programming at all three Flagstaff public high schools.
- Assisted high school students with completing the FAFSA, college applications, and test prep
- Participated in community and high school events associated with college readiness.
Education
Master of Arts in Teaching - Science (5-12)
Western Governors University
06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Science
Northern Arizona University
12.2016
Skills
- Accurate Recordkeeping
- Tracking Student Progress
- Educational Support
- G-Suite
- Microsoft 365
- Critical Thinking
- Written Communication
- Scholarships and Grants Exploration
Timeline
AP Specialist
PACS
06.2023 - Current
Science and Math Teacher
Valor Preparatory Academy
01.2021 - 05.2023
AdviseAZ Program Coordinator
College Success Arizona (now Education Forward)
09.2019 - 01.2021
Program Coordinator
Northern Arizona College Resource Center
09.2017 - 08.2019
Master of Arts in Teaching - Science (5-12)
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Science
Northern Arizona University
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