Theresa Harris
Linden
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Social Studies teacher with over 5 years of experience, committed to inspiring and educating middle school students for success as they transition to high school. Focused on fostering a supportive and inclusive classroom environment, promoting critical thinking, and encouraging academic excellence. Skilled in creating engaging, culturally relevant curricula that resonate with diverse student populations, while addressing their unique needs and challenges. Passionate about empowering students to become informed, responsible citizens through the exploration of history, geography, and social issues.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Great Oaks Legacy Charter School
10.2021 - Current
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials tailored to individual learning styles.
- Experienced in teaching students to analyze historical documents, assess primary and secondary sources, and develop critical thinking.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected social studies content to other subject areas.
Long Term Certified Substitute Teacher
Plainfield Public School District
01.2019 - 10.2021
- Facilitate classroom/virtual assignments in various subject areas for special education, effectively teaching students of varied academic age levels (grades K-12) within a diverse cultural background
- Maintain classes daily of as many as 24 students; communicate with teachers, administrators and parents and build a positive rapport with students
- Praise for dedication, reliability, organization and effectiveness as one of school district’s most in demand substitutes
- Filled in for permanent teachers at a moment’s notices: Closely adhere lesson plans, Met the need of students with limited learning disabilities, Online tutoring, Incorporate technology in student’s learning activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Science in Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ08.2024
New York Theological Seminary
New York, NY11.2020
Associate of Science -
Union County College
Cranford, NJ11.2011
Skills
- Skilled in designing and implementing curriculum development; Success Academy/ Uncommon
- Experienced in tailoring differentiated instruction
- Proctor in IReady and ANET
- Adept at creating and administering assessment and evaluation
- Competent in integrating instructional technology
- Proficient in parent and community engagement
- Collaborative Teamwork
Timeline
Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Great Oaks Legacy Charter School
10.2021 - Current
Long Term Certified Substitute Teacher
Plainfield Public School District
01.2019 - 10.2021
Associate of Science -
Union County College
Bachelor of Science - Science in Psychology
Grand Canyon University
New York Theological Seminary
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