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Vernon  Higgins

Vernon Higgins

Woodbine,Georgia

Summary

Dynamic Educator and Elder with a proven track record at Hodgson Vo-Tech High School and Bridegroom Apostolic Church, specializing in curriculum development and prison ministry outreach. Expert in fostering student success through differentiated instruction and building supportive networks, blending hard skills in coaching with soft skills in motivation and counseling.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

Elder

Bridegroom Apostolic Church
07.2017 - Current

Lead Elder for Prison Ministry Outreach

Evangelist Team Secretary/Treasurer

Usher Board Member

Playwright, Director- Five Plays

Florida State Council Sergeant at Arms

Florida State Council Mens Ministry

Educator

Hodgson Vo-Tech High School
07.1983 - 07.2011
  • Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
  • Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
  • Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
  • Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
  • Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, enhancing student learning through interdisciplinary connections.

Master Sergeant of Marines

USMC Reserves
Wilmington, DE
09.1983 - 01.1998
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Education

Master Of Arts - Education of Individuals in Secondary Special Education Programs

Delaware State University
Dover, DE
05.2007

Master Of Arts - Human Resources Management

Pepperdine University
Malibu, CA
05.1980

Bachelor Of Arts For Teaching - Science Teacher Education

Delaware State University
Dover, DE
05.1973

Skills

Teacher

Counseling

Coaching

Motivation

Accomplishments

Teacher of the Year 1997

Baseball Coach of the Year 1987

Athletic Director of the Year 1998

NAACP Black Achiever Award 1999

Accomplishments

Began Prison Ministry at BrideGroom Apostolic Church

Created  Church Security Team Ministry

Produced five African American plays

Timeline

Elder

Bridegroom Apostolic Church
07.2017 - Current

Master Sergeant of Marines

USMC Reserves
09.1983 - 01.1998

Educator

Hodgson Vo-Tech High School
07.1983 - 07.2011

Master Of Arts - Education of Individuals in Secondary Special Education Programs

Delaware State University

Master Of Arts - Human Resources Management

Pepperdine University

Bachelor Of Arts For Teaching - Science Teacher Education

Delaware State University
Vernon Higgins