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Monica Harrison

Garden Grove,CA

Summary

A dynamic K-8 credentialed educator and instructional leadership team member with a proven record of driving student growth and leading site-wide initiatives. Currently seeking a new professional home due to state-mandated budget reductions and subsequent district-wide displacement. Dedicated to leveraging teacher clarity and restorative practices to drive academic achievement, with a track record of fostering inclusive, high-growth environments through evidence-based instructional strategies.

Overview

2026

years of professional experience

Work History

2nd Grade Teacher

South Whittier School District

Whittier, CA

11.2024 - Current

Facilitate 2nd-grade core instruction with a focus on accelerated growth in literacy and mathematics.
Instructional Leadership Team (ILT): Selected to lead school-wide initiatives focused on Teacher Clarity and Community Building through the lens of classroom culture.
Classroom Culture & Management: Implement PBIS and Restorative Practices; foster a belonging-centered environment by greeting students at the door and facilitating daily Community Circles to build social-emotional skills.
Data-Driven Results: Achieved documented student growth on STAR 360 assessments through targeted interventions and differentiated instruction using Freckle, Lalilo, and Seesaw.
Instructional Specialist: Championed evidence-based strategies, including UFLI (Systematic Phonics), GLAD, and CGI, to support language acquisition and mathematical mastery.

Student Teacher

CSULB Credential Program

1st Grade (Foundational): Focused on early literacy, phonics-based reading programs, and foundational numeracy.
5th Grade (Upper Elementary): Designed and delivered comprehensive instruction across all core subject areas, including History, English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science, preparing students for the academic transition to middle school.
Actively participated in IEP meetings and parent-teacher communications to support holistic student growth.

K-6 Substitute Teacher

Savanna School District

Anaheim, CA

09.2016 - 03.2021

Implemented lesson plans across all elementary subjects for grades K-6, ensuring instructional continuity during teacher absences.
Managed student behavior and provided conflict resolution to maintain a safe, productive learning environment.
Promoted critical thinking and mastery of core concepts to assist students with diverse learning needs.

Training Program Coordinator and Assistant School Leader

Caleb Global Ministries, Thompson's Station, TN

Thompson's Station, TN

03.2021 - 10.2024

Curriculum Design: Developed and refined educational training programs and instructional materials for diverse learners.
Student Mentoring: Provided academic, vocational, and personal guidance to students, leveraging a compassionate counseling approach to support student success.
Recruited, hired, trained, and evaluated primary and supplemental staff to ensure program excellence.