Melia Douyon
Brooklyn
Summary
Results-oriented educator specializing in 6th–12th grade history instruction. Expertise in developing standards-aligned curricula and employing data-driven strategies to enhance student comprehension and critical thinking. Proven ability to coach teachers and create inclusive classrooms that inspire a passion for history.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
7th and 8th Grade US History Learning Specialist
Unity Preparatory Charter School Of Brooklyn
Brooklyn
07.2025 - Current
- Modified curriculum and assessments in collaboration with history teachers to support diverse learners.
- Led small-group instruction emphasizing comprehension, vocabulary, and analytical writing in U.S. history.
- Analyzed data to identify student needs, track progress, and refine instructional strategies.
- Enhanced historical literacy through targeted practices informed by comprehensive data analysis.
6th Grade History History
Unity Preparatory Charter School Of Brooklyn
Brooklyn
07.2023 - Current
- Planned and delivered engaging lessons aligned with state and national standards on ancient civilizations.
- Developed inquiry-based activities to enhance historical thinking skills, including sourcing and contextualization.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs of all students.
Secondary History Instructional Specialist
Democracy Prep Public Schools
New York
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Coached teachers in effective instructional strategies for historical inquiry and document analysis.
- Facilitated professional learning communities to enhance content knowledge and pedagogy.
- Modeled lessons and co-taught to demonstrate best practices in history and social studies.
- Provided actionable feedback to improve instructional practices and student outcomes.
Global History Teacher
Democracy Prep Harlem High School
New York
07.2017 - 06.2022
- Delivered rigorous instruction in Global History and Geography, emphasizing historical inquiry and document analysis.
- Utilized data-informed teaching strategies to enhance student outcomes for Regents-level coursework.
- Cultivated a classroom environment that fostered curiosity, respect, and global awareness.
Education
Master of Arts - Secondary History (7-12)
Relay Graduate School
New York, NY09-2019
Master of Arts - Public Health And African American Studies
University of Rochester
Rochester, New York, NY05-2017
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Data analysis
- Inquiry-based instruction
- Instructional coaching
- Historical literacy
- Educational technology
Certification
New York State Professional Certification: Social Studies 7–12
Timeline
7th and 8th Grade US History Learning Specialist
Unity Preparatory Charter School Of Brooklyn
07.2025 - Current
6th Grade History History
Unity Preparatory Charter School Of Brooklyn
07.2023 - Current
Secondary History Instructional Specialist
Democracy Prep Public Schools
07.2022 - 06.2023
Global History Teacher
Democracy Prep Harlem High School
07.2017 - 06.2022
Master of Arts - Secondary History (7-12)
Relay Graduate School
Master of Arts - Public Health And African American Studies
University of Rochester