Maureen Stanford
History/Psychology Teacher
Winston-Salem,NC
Summary
I am a high energy teacher who engages students with real world activities. My goal is to interest students in learning and viewing school as challenging as well as a building block to their future endeavors in society and career. Regardless of one's background, education is about global understanding, freedom to develop solutions, and know who we are and who we want to become. I encourage students to learn about their community, the international world, and how to successfully navigate today's world of social media and technology. I encourage students to seek opportunity.
Overview
5
5
Certifications
5
5
years of post-secondary education
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
A.P. Reader
Educational Testing Service
Charlotte, NC
01.2019 - Current
- Trained and graded free response question for the Advanced Placement Human Geography Exam.
- Collaborated in a team on philosophy and evidence of mastery during the evaluation of student responses.
- Maintained optimal validity and reliability in our assessments.
History/Psychology Teacher
Career Center High School, WSFC Schools
Winston-Salem, NC
08.2005 - Current
- Content: A.P. Human Geography(16 yrs), A.P. Psychology(6 yrs), A.P. World History, U.S. History Honors
- Create an educational environment that increases writing skills, reading comprehension skills, & content-based knowledge.
- Assist in the allotment & allocation of classrooms & social studies courses for staff positions.
- Implement diverse instructional techniques and integrated technology to enhance student learning. (Teacher Tech Advisor during the current remote learning/hybrid model)
- Department Chair responsibilities include collaboration of content & standards, professional development opportunities for staff.
- Lead Team Representative for school wide initiatives, community, & school event planning.
Psychology Teacher
North Carolina Virtual Public High School
Raleigh, NC
08.2007 - 01.2021
- Created an supportive and educational environment in an online setting.
- Facilitated Academic teachers on course updates, pedagogy, & communication strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Built student understanding of online learning, content-based knowledge, & reading comprehension skills.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding. Collaborated with NCVPS colleagues on revisions.
History Teacher
Mount Tabor High School, WSFC Schools
Winston-Salem, NC
10.1996 - 06.2004
- Subjects Taught: 3 years - Psychology, 4 years - United States History, 1 year - Algebra I, ELPS, Health, World History, SAT Prep
- Collaborated with the department to develop pacing guides & curriculum notebook to meet EOCT goals.
- Built students' abilities in study skills, reading, & self-evaluation during independent learning.
- Employed appropriate teaching methods to cater to individual educational needs of each student.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding of content and opportunities for critical thinking.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to improve classroom discussions and student-centered learning.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Directed Cross Country and Track & Field providing students with additional opportunities to excel.
Education
Master of Arts - History Teacher Education
Wake Forest University
Winston-Salem, NC 06.2004 - 07.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Social Studies Education
Wake Forest University
Winston-Salem, NC 08.1989 - 06.1993
Skills
Mastering Human Geography and Psychology Curriculum
Mentoring colleagues and promoting professional development workshops
Developing real world connections with curriculum specific goals and concepts
Quick learner with technologies and implementing them into lessons
Highly proficient in Canvas, Blackboard, & Moodle Programs
Certification
National Board Certification in Secondary Social Studies Education (2010-2020)
Timeline
National Board Certification in Secondary Social Studies Education (2020-2030))
10-2020
A.P. Reader
Educational Testing Service
01.2019 - Current
National Board Certification in Secondary Social Studies Education (2010-2020)
10-2010
A.P. Psychology Certification, College Board- Active (2035)
08-2007
Psychology Teacher
North Carolina Virtual Public High School
08.2007 - 01.2021
A.P. Human Geography Certification, College Board- Active (2035)
08-2005
History/Psychology Teacher
Career Center High School, WSFC Schools
08.2005 - Current
Master of Arts - History Teacher Education
Wake Forest University
06.2004 - 07.2005
History Teacher
Mount Tabor High School, WSFC Schools
10.1996 - 06.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Social Studies Education
Wake Forest University
08.1989 - 06.1993