Maurice Brewton
Rex,GA
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at North Clayton High School, excelling in curriculum development and student mentoring. Skilled in planning and coordination, I fostered academic growth through innovative teaching strategies and community engagement initiatives. Certified in Mental Health First Aid, I prioritize student well-being while driving educational success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
US History Teacher & Department Chair
North Clayton High School
07.2019 - Current
- Established a school-wide plan for teaching that led to an increase proficiency among US History students.
- SY24: 24% growth in proficiency in U.S. history.
- SY25: 18% growth in proficiency in U.S. history.
- Established adaptable and flexible teaching strategies to shift strategies according to learning environments.
- Applied many pedagogical methodologies to improve learning development among every type of student.
- Supported departmental program development, curriculum planning, and committees with subject matter expertise and a solid educational background.
- Maintained ethical standards and status as a role model to students by adhering to professional ethics at all times when presenting lessons and interacting with students.
- Prepared reports using academic or institutional data and information.
- Enhanced faculty by modeling teaching classes and conducting collaborative planning meetings.
- Established policies and procedures, and made modifications based on an analysis of operations, performance, and other research information.
- Improved student educational plans by advising on course selection, progress plans, and career decisions.
Social Studies Teacher
Campbell Middle School
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Created diverse lessons to serve the special education population, to improve student growth.
- Implemented strategies, differentiated instruction, and assessments in order to maximize student success.
- Coached members of Elite Gentlemen’s Club on leadership skills
- Collaborated with teachers to understand and improve classroom conditions.
- Planned field trips to relevant historical sites to provide an experiential learning opportunity for students.
Athletic Director/Social Studies Teacher
Duval County Public School District
10.2015 - 06.2018
- Reestablished administrative direction and oversight for all athletics programs and activities.
- Directed management of athletic fiscal budgets, fundraising efforts, and expense accounts.
- Developed progress monitoring initiatives to increase the overall academic achievement of student-athletes.
- Facilitated a program that allowed young leaders to become mentors to elementary students at a neighboring school.
- Created a curriculum and a set of expectations for becoming a mentor and influencing youth.
- Organized and led grade-level meetings and initiatives for increased student performance.
- Established discipline and content uniformity across the grade level.
Family and Community Engagement Specialist
Lutheran Services of Florida
Jacksonville, FL
08.2015 - 10.2015
- Coordinates team management functions of planning, implementing, and evaluating family and community engagement goals.
- Recruits prospective families and assists with the enrollment process.
- Works cooperatively with local agencies to assist families in linking up with available services in the community.
- Develops a working relationship with families to ensure that they are progressing in their goals.
- Educates families about available community resources to improve quality of life.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching , Social Studies
Georgia State University
08.2020
Professional Teacher Certification - Social Sciences Grades 6-12
Georgia Department of Education
08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Behavioral Healthcare
University of South Florida
08.2015
Skills
- teaMental Health First Aid certified
- Google Suite certified
- Planning and coordination
- Student registration
- Curriculum development
- Student mentoring
- Tier I educational leadership
- CCPS Learning to Lead graduate
- Non-profit board governance
Timeline
US History Teacher & Department Chair
North Clayton High School
07.2019 - Current
Social Studies Teacher
Campbell Middle School
07.2018 - 07.2019
Athletic Director/Social Studies Teacher
Duval County Public School District
10.2015 - 06.2018
Family and Community Engagement Specialist
Lutheran Services of Florida
08.2015 - 10.2015
Master of Arts - Teaching , Social Studies
Georgia State University
Professional Teacher Certification - Social Sciences Grades 6-12
Georgia Department of Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Behavioral Healthcare
University of South Florida
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