TARRAH T. MEYER
Summerville
Summary
Professional educator with strong background in teaching and language instruction. Skilled in curriculum development, lesson planning, and fostering engaging online learning environments. Known for collaboration, adaptability, and achieving educational goals. Proven event planning record with over 10 years experience organizing and executing prom, pageant, and wedding events.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Online English Instructor
Princeton Learning Experience International School
05.2022 - Current
- Customizes instructional plans to meet individual student skill level and learning style
- Customizes innovative methods and materials to produce effective learning experiences through Google classroom and other platforms
- Evaluates students' comprehension of lessons through relevant test questions
- Integrates varied technologies into classroom settings to engage students and diversify instruction
- Uses online resources to complement traditional course materials and aid in student learning
- Makes learning grammar fun by involving online games
- Designs clear and creative learning materials to promote student engagement in pronunciation exercises
- Encourages student critical thinking and discussion using varied teaching techniques, strategies, and online tools
Event and Wedding Coordinator
Self-Employed
07.2021 - Current
- Ensured timely execution of all wedding day tasks, facilitating smooth transitions between ceremony components.
- Oversaw setup and breakdown of wedding decorations and supplies.
- Designed detailed timelines for each wedding event, ensuring clear expectations were set and met by all parties involved.
- Coordinated all aspects of wedding ceremonies, including venue selection, catering arrangements, and entertainment options.
- Collaborated with clients to create personalized and memorable wedding experiences tailored to their preferences.
- Utilized advanced organizational skills to manage multiple weddings simultaneously while maintaining high-quality results.
- Supervised personnel and directed in wedding task administration and completion.
- Liaised between wedding venues, vendors and engaged couple to help plan and deliver successful event.
Writing Editor
Universal Education
04.2020 - Current
- Organizes and tracks multiple projects to meet tight deadlines
- Follows project scope and ensures mastery of outlined guidelines by editing documents for grammar, clarity, content, and formatting
- Consults with business owners to clarify content needs when creating final draft documents
- Conducts research to obtain information and authentic details for each project and works with development, copy, and line editors to ensure accuracy and fluency and eliminate rejections
- Works with development editors, copyeditors, and line editors to polish works and make key editing and production decisions
- Collaborates closely with individuals to ghostwrite articles on various topics
- Attends team meetings to discuss projects, brainstorm ideas, and put forward solutions to issues
- Proofreads and reviews all print and electronic content to verify grammar, tone, and creative quality
Online English Instructor
The Compass School
08.2019 - Current
- Instructs students in areas such as AP literature, AP Language and Composition, AP writing, SAT strategies, and analytical and argumentative writing through Zoom and Canvas
- Instructs middle school, high school, and collegiate level students in China, Ireland, Korea, and the United States in advanced courses of English to further their writing, speaking, and reading abilities to help them achieve their aspirations of attending an American university
- Enhances students' understanding and creates bridges between cultures by utilizing online platforms such as Microsoft Teams and Zoom to allow interactions with other students in other countries
- Customizes innovative methods and materials and designs challenging courses to produce effective learning experiences and to meet academic, intellectual, and social needs of students
Foundations, CP, Honors, AP English Educator
Dorchester School District II
08.2004 - Current
- Created and enforces child-based, hands-on curriculums to promote student interest and receptive learning
- Collaborated with the Workforce Development Committee of the Summerville/Dorchester County Chamber of Commerce for numerous years to hold mock interviews with students to ensure adequate preparation for the work force by honing soft skills and perfecting business, writing, and interviewing skills
- Secured $10,000 in new funding from Donors Choose in 2017-2018 to purchase individual student devices for the classroom to enhance learning and achievement and allow students to learn and collaborate in a digital environment, complete project-based learning, and improve state-testing EOC and AP scores
- Participated in and conducted workshops, trainings, and conferences for DD2 employees and staff to improve educational skills and to address essential topics in education to accomplish the mission and vision of Dorchester School District 2
- Designed curriculums and instructional materials for AP Language and Composition and English 2; worked with a selected group of teachers to create the Pre-AP English curriculum used throughout Dorchester School District II
- Proven annual track record of students placing in and winning local, state, and national writing competitions
- Coordinate all aspects of prom and pageant events, including venue selection, catering arrangements, decorations, and entertainment options.
Online English Instructor
Advance Prep and Education
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Adapts teaching strategies to different student learning styles and skill levels
- Creates and implements lesson plans, modifying for differences in student learning styles
- Customizes innovative methods and materials to produce effective learning experiences
- Designs challenging courses to meet academic, intellectual, and social needs of students
- Makes difficult concepts understandable to students
- Compiles multidimensional cultural and educational resources for students to expand knowledge of key topics beyond classroom limitations
- Selects and revises course curricula to meet current instructional demands
Online College of Education Professor
University Of Phoenix-Chicago
08.2010 - 07.2015
- Integrated opportunities for students to examine the strategies used in managing a positive classroom environment within the framework of today's diverse student population
- Incorporated technology into regular classroom use for student engagement and learning
- Contributed to students successfully researching models of discipline, establishing expectations and procedures, motivating students, maintaining parent communication, managing disruptive students, and managing materials and record keeping
- Designed opportunities for students to create and to develop an individual classroom management plan appropriate for their targeted grade levels and students' needs
- Structured opportunities for students to discuss how to best serve students in different educational scenarios
Composition 100 English Instructor
Trident Technical College
09.2014 - 04.2015
- Adapted teaching strategies to different student learning styles and skill levels
- Incorporated reading strategies and classroom discussions to inspire confidence and help students demonstrate understanding of complex texts
- Led general English, literature, and creative writing classes during the semester
- Reviewed student work and provided constructive feedback for improvement
- Students were able to write with confidence as they worked their way from a one-paragraph response to a multiple-paragraph response
Adjunct English Instructor
Miller-Motte Technical College
01.2008 - 05.2008
- Created and implemented lesson plans and adapted teaching strategies, modifying for differences in student learning modalities and skill levels
- Designed challenging coursework to meet academic, intellectual, and social needs of students
- Compiled multidimensional cultural and educational resources for students to expand knowledge of key topics beyond classroom limitations
- Explored deeper meanings behind texts through lively classroom discussions and challenging essay assignments
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Southern Wesleyan University
Charleston Satellite Campus05-2009
Bachelor of Arts - English Education
Charleston Southern University
Charleston, SC05-2003
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Online instruction
- Student assessment
- Educational technology
- Event coordination
- Project management
- Effective communication
- Creative problem solving
Accomplishments
2024-present: English Department Head
2023: Co-English Department Head
2022: English II Teacher Representative for Curriculum Planning and Instruction
2021-present: AP English College Board Reader / Table Leader
2020-2024: Lead Teacher of the English II PLC at Summerville High School
2020 Dorchester School District 2 Honor Teacher of the Year
2020 Summerville High School Teacher of the Year
2018 and 2019: Learning by Design Presenter within DD2
2017-2020: AP Language and Composition Teacher Representative for DD2 Summer Curriculum Instruction Workshop
2017-2019: Summerville High School Teacher of the Year Top 12
Certification
CPR / AED / First-Aid Certified
Event Coordinator Certification
AP Endorsed
Gifted and Talented Endorsement
Timeline
Online English Instructor
Advance Prep and Education
06.2022 - 07.2023
Online English Instructor
Princeton Learning Experience International School
05.2022 - Current
Event and Wedding Coordinator
Self-Employed
07.2021 - Current
Writing Editor
Universal Education
04.2020 - Current
Online English Instructor
The Compass School
08.2019 - Current
Composition 100 English Instructor
Trident Technical College
09.2014 - 04.2015
Online College of Education Professor
University Of Phoenix-Chicago
08.2010 - 07.2015
Adjunct English Instructor
Miller-Motte Technical College
01.2008 - 05.2008
Foundations, CP, Honors, AP English Educator
Dorchester School District II
08.2004 - Current
Master of Arts - Education
Southern Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Arts - English Education
Charleston Southern University
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