MARC MORRISON
Los Angeles, CA 90035
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ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER
Skilled and creative instructor with passion for teaching students of all academic levels; able to increase motivation and participation
Proven ability to manage classroom behaviors resulting in increased learning
Able to collaborate with educational team, parents and caregivers
Experienced in academic counseling and financial support programs
CLAD (Cross-cultural, Language and Academic Development) credential
Computer: Microsoft Word, Windows 95, 98; Knowledge of Excel
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
substitute teacher, Los Angeles Unified School District, Los Angeles, CA, 2006-2011
(Second largest school district in the US)
Taught K-6th grade students in all academic subject matters including Language Arts and ESL instruction. Utilized conventional and up-to-date teaching methodology. Worked with diverse student populations using skills-based lessons and technology. Integrated language arts and writing skills into all other elementary school subject matter.
Motivated and increased student retention rate though the integration of methodology with state mandated curriculum
Raised students’ awareness of communities, culture and current events through promoting reading for fun, as well as for learning
instructor, Sylvan Learning Center, Beverly Hills, CA, 2006-2008
(Programmatic curricula in language arts and mathematics with proven results)
Facilitated standards-based elementary/middle school small group instruction. Implemented specialized curriculum instruction for middle school graduation requirements. Introduced beginning reading instruction for pre-school and kindergarten students, study and test taking skills for high school to adult learners.
Assisted students to improve 1 to 2 grade levels skills through completion of program
Established environment of safe and fun learning while engaging in standard curriculum
substitute teacher, Teachers on Reserve, Glendale, CA, 2005-2007
(Privately directed substitute teacher agency for private and charter schools)
Worked with diverse student populations at various skill levels in state/district sponsored schools. Taught, developed and targeted lesson plans for whole group instruction. Differentiated instruction for students at various skill levels and abilities.
Developed and taught specially devised lesson plans
EDUCATION
California State University Northridge, Northridge, CA
Multiple Subject Credential, Elementary Education
MS, Educational Psychology
BA, Political Science