High School Representative

KARLIN S. MORRIS

**** ****** ***** **** . **********, AL 35243

Phone 847-***-**** . E-mail abi448@r.postjobfree.com

Education

Masters of Science in Education; Emphasis in Reading & Language Arts

July 2009

The University of Kansas, GPA 3.90 Lawrence, KS

Bachelor of Science in Education; Middle/Secondary English Education

July 2005

The University of Kansas, GPA 3.47 Lawrence, KS

Lawrence, KS

Employment

Communication Arts Teacher 2006-2010

Wheatridge Middle School/ Pioneer Ridge Middle School

Gardner Edgerton School District #231

. Created and implemented 8th Grade Communication Arts, Honors English,

Speech, 7th Grade Writing

curriculums aligned with state reading and writing standards

. Designed and executed lessons incorporating a variety of instructional

strategies that intergrated current events, personal experiences, and

social awareness with literature, utilizing hands-on, active

learning activities

. Maintained detailed records of students achievements

. Communicated efficiently with parents, coaches, administrators and

central office personnel

. Efficiently handles multiple projects simultaneously that require

detailed planning and precise execution

. Oversaw development and implementation of curriculum committees to

enhance student achievement

. Head varsity softball coach, Gardner Edgerton High School

Bank Teller Summer 2006

Central National Bank

. Managed money deposits, withdrawals, and check-cashing transactions

Teacher -Community High School 2005-2006

Jewish Community Center

. Designed and implemented 2 classes for students ages 13-16 that taught

essential language

arts skills for conformation students

Softball Coach 1997-2010

. Coached fastpitch softball high school and travel teams, ages 10-18

. Fostered programs emphasizing hard work, leadership, determination,

and sportsmanship

. Taught fundamental and higher level pitching, offensive, and defensive

skills

. Led large group clinics with 65+ participants

. Provided individual, small group, and team lessons

Leadership Experience

. School Improvement Team Faculty Representative

. Middle School Writing Committee Member

. Parent Association Faculty Representative

. University of Kansas English Teachers Excellent Teacher Panel - Middle-

School Teacher Representative

. School Social Committee Member

. Quality Performance Accreditation School Steering Committee Member

. Core Extension English Committee Member

. Pioneer Ridge Spirit Leader

. Volunteer Discussion Facilitator, Kansas Literary Festival

. Hillel Senior Leadership Board Member

. Hillel Volunteer Leader

Relevant Skills

Advanced skills in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Mimio, E-instruction,

Overhead Projectors, Interwrite Boards, and Internet applications.

Proficient in both MAC and PC operating systems.

Certification

Alabama Middle/Secondary English, Grades 6-12 Expected Fall 2010

Kansas Middle/Secondary English, Grades 5-12 May 2006

References available upon request

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