Resume
Experience
2008 - Present
TLI Social Studies Teacher, English Teacher
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Ron Brown College Preparatory H.S.
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Calvin Coolidge Senior H.S.
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Paul Laurence Dunbar Senior H.S.
District of Columbia Public Schools
Washington, D.C.
There’s one place like home, and that is Ron Brown. Currently, I serve as the lead Social Studies teacher and a restorative justice circle practitioner at the only all male public school. I am also a member of OSSE’s Teacher Advisory Council.
At Ron Brown, my focus is the whole-child and family. Rigorous coursework and community events are my priority.
2016 - Present
Adjunct Professor of Education
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Social Studies Pedagogy
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Assessments
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Practicum
At UDC, I share my love for teaching by coaching new educators. In 2016, I joined the Urban Teacher Academy, as an adjunct professor and consultant to help reshape the Master’s in Education program. I use research-based strategies and my teaching experiences every day to create relevant coursework and meaningful experiences for my graduate students.
If you are interested in becoming a teacher in D.C., consider attending UDC!
University of the District of Columbia
Washington, D.C.
Education
2011 - 2014
TRINITY WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT)
Washington, D.C.
At Trinity, I learned from some of the leading educators in Washington, D.C. about applying education philosophy and frameworks to the classroom. I completed coursework in English and Social Studies pedagogy.
My thesis was “Chucking the Deuces: Why Gifted Learners Drop Out of School.”
2004 - 2008
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND
COLLEGE PARK (UMD)
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
I started my education in the UMD Scholar’s Program with a focus in Advocacy for Children. As a government major with a concentration in African American Studies, I explored coursework about race, class, gender, and their impact on our world under scholars like Dr. Ronald Walters, Dr. Linda Williams, and Dr. Jared Ball. I also interned for Albert Wynn and Congressional Black Caucus and participated in the Ralph Bunche Summer Institute at Duke with Dr. Paula McClain.
I graduated with honors and completed a thesis, “Welfare to Work: The Impact of TANF on Urban Families.” My mentor for this thesis was Dr. Wayne McIntosh.
College Park, Maryland
Resume
Experience
2008 - Present
TLI Social Studies Teacher, English Teacher
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Ron Brown College Preparatory H.S.
-
Calvin Coolidge Senior H.S.
-
Paul Laurence Dunbar Senior H.S.
District of Columbia Public Schools
Washington, D.C.
There’s one place like home, and that is Ron Brown. Currently, I serve as the lead Social Studies teacher and a restorative justice circle practitioner at the only all male public school. I also represent my school as a member of OSSE’s Teacher Advisory Council.
At Ron Brown, my focus is the whole-child and family. Rigorous coursework and community events are my priority.
2016 - Present
Adjunct Professor of Education
-
Social Studies Pedagogy
-
Assessments
-
Practicum
At UDC, I share my love for teaching by coaching new educators. In 2016, I joined the Urban Teacher Academy, as an adjunct professor and consultant to help reshape the Master’s in Education program. I use research-based strategies and my teaching experiences every day to create relevant coursework and meaningful experiences for my graduate students.
If you are interested in becoming a teacher in D.C., consider attending UDC!
University of the District of Columbia
Washington, D.C.
Professional Skillset
Restorative Justice Trainer & Facilitator
Literacy Writing & Instruction
Student Government Advisor & Coach
School Event Planning & Coodination
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