Rick Dusenbury
Conway,SC
Summary
High School English Teacher known for strong classroom management with a compassionate heart for students that do not excel in the traditional educational model. Spent 25 years in an alternative setting. Excel in communication, empathy, and leadership, ensuring engaging learning environments and positive student outcomes.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
High School English Teacher
Horry County Schools
Conway , SC
1999.08 - 2024.06
- Taught at-risk youth (ages 14-19) at SOAR Academy, the alternative school at HCS
- Provided a structured learning environment, direct instruction, and also facilitated online curriculum through Edgenuity
- English Department Chair/Liaison to district office 1999-2020
- Mentor Teacher to four new teachers, most recently 2022-2023
- Guided students through daily social-emotional learning lessons
- Presented in-house staff development sessions on classroom management and student engagement
Classroom Teacher
Horry County Schools
Conway , SC
1996.08 - 1999.06
- Taught English and math in a computer assisted instruction lab (CAI) at Conway Middle School, grades 6-8
- Taught exploratory classes in health and career exploration
- School technology contact for troubleshooting computer issues
- School Improvement Council 1997-98
Education
Master of Arts - Secondary Education in English
Coastal Carolina University
Conway, SC2007-12
Bachelor of Arts - English
College of Charleston
Charleston, SC1995-08
High School Diploma -
Conway High School
Conway, SC1991-06
Skills
- Online Teaching
- Classroom Management
- Group leadership
- Team Collaboration
- Individualized Learning Plans
- Group and individual instruction
- Student Engagement
- Google Classroom/Docs/Slides
- Schoology
- Edgenuity
Affiliations
- Minister of Music/Pianist at Remnants Church, Myrtle Beach, SC 2018-present
- Worship Coordinator/Pianist at Union Methodist Church, Conway, SC 1995-2017
- Member of Vocal Edition, Myrtle Beach's Premier Vocal Ensemble 1996-2014
- Love reading (novels, true crime), music, and spending time with my family
Accomplishments
- Teacher of the Year at Horry County Education Center/SOAR Academy 2005
- Golden Apple Award presented by Wellman, Inc. and WBTW 1997-98
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
High School English Teacher
Horry County Schools
1999.08 - 2024.06
Classroom Teacher
Horry County Schools
1996.08 - 1999.06
Master of Arts - Secondary Education in English
Coastal Carolina University
Bachelor of Arts - English
College of Charleston
High School Diploma -
Conway High School
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