Mara G.

Experience

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  Chesapeake Center for Youth Development

  Jul 2010 - Jan 2012

  Lead Instructor

  Utilized Secondary and Adult Learning strategies to facilitate instruction in writing, reading and social studies components as covered in GED programs.Evaluated effectiveness of GED instructional program and added instructional techniques that increased engagement and provide real-world connections to learning.Designed instruction, course materials and assessments with focus on increasing student critical thinking, problem solving, and information processing and communication skills.Established and maintained positive relationships and communication with parents/guardians, agency representatives (including Division of Juvenile Services and Division of Social Services), administration, clinical department and vocational staff.Designed and implemented individualized instruction and adaptations to curriculum for Pre-GED/GED tracks in math and science with an emphasis on writing, reading, and social studies.Implemented instruction in accordance with program objectives and assessed progress towards achievement.Developed and facilitated service-learning opportunities and other extracurricular activities for students. Show less

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  Baltimore County Public Schools

  Jan 2012 - Sept 2024

  E-Learning Instructor and Curriculum Design Specialist
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  Wake County North Carolina Public Schools

  Aug 2023 - now

  English/Language Arts Teacher

  Author and administer learner-centered customized instruction based on carefully collected and analyzed data.Maintain meticulous records and data collection to track individual progress toward success goals. Combined data analysis, research and writing skills with oral presentation to deliver optimal training and instruction for staff, students, clients and stakeholders.Gather and analyze data to identify learning trends and skill deficiencies, assess effectiveness of instructional techniques and assess progress toward end of year targets. Show less