Darenese Harris-Boyd
Fort Mill
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at West Middle School, leveraging patience and empathy to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. Skilled in data-driven instruction and lesson planning, I foster collaborative environments that promote academic success and personal growth, significantly improving student performance through innovative teaching strategies.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
After-School Tutor
Self-employeed
08.2024 - Current
- Established positive relationships with students to foster a supportive learning environment.
- Implemented creative problem-solving strategies to assist students in overcoming academic obstacles.
- Implemented assessment strategies to monitor student progress effectively.
- Collaborated with parents to address student needs and foster learning support.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Improved students'' overall academic performance by providing one-on-one tutoring in various subjects.
- Tutored struggling, average, and advanced students in [Envisions Math, Ready Gen Reading, IXL, SAVVAS Realize, My View Literacy] course materials.
Middle School EC Lead Teacher
West Middle School
03.2024 - 08.2024
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting respect and collaboration.
- Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods and provided feedback.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Worked one-on-one with students and teacher assistants to increase overall classroom success.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
3rd Grade Level Chair
Matthews Charter Academy
02.2018 - 06.2022
- Coordinated curriculum development initiatives among grade-level teachers to enhance instructional alignment.
- Boosted student engagement through the incorporation of hands-on activities and real-world applications for subject matter.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing various teaching strategies and adapting to diverse learning styles.
- Implemented data-driven assessments to monitor student progress and guide instructional strategies.
- Organized collaborative planning sessions, fostering teamwork and communication among faculty members.
- Supported new teachers through mentorship programs, enhancing their integration into the school environment.
- Championed effective classroom management techniques, improving overall student engagement and behavior.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
Wingate University
Wingate, NC12-2018
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
ITT Technical Institute
Charlotte, NC05-2014
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Interactive learning
- Lesson planning
- Test preparation
- Data-driven instruction
- Positive reinforcement
Accomplishments
- Developed and implemented a full tutoring program at [Friendship Day School and Matthews Charter Academy].
- Became go-to resource for [reading fluency and mathematics].
- Helped students achieve [85% or higher]+ on [Envisions Math and Reading Programs].
- Won consistent referrals and high marks for quality of instruction.
Certification
- [Reading and Math K-6] License - [June 2026]
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
After-School Tutor
Self-employeed
08.2024 - Current
Middle School EC Lead Teacher
West Middle School
03.2024 - 08.2024
3rd Grade Level Chair
Matthews Charter Academy
02.2018 - 06.2022
Master of Arts - Teaching
Wingate University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
ITT Technical Institute