1. Cell: 845.709.1090 Audrey P. Morris amorris@kippnj.org
CERTIFICATION
PROVISIONAL: (1001) Elementary School Teacher K-6 September 2014
Praxis II Elementary Education- Multiple Subjects (5031)
EDUCATION
RELAY GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION, Newark, New Jersey August 2015
Certification in Education
GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY, Washington, District of Columbia May 2014
Bachelors of Science, Management, Leadership and Innovation (MLI); Minor, Sociology
Major GPA: 3.67/4.00
WORK EXPERIENCE
KIPP NEW JERSEY, Newark, NJ June 2014 - Present
SPARK Academy – 2nd
Grade Elementary Education Teacher
Earned high marks for professionalism, ability to adopt and implement new strategies and learning techniques, and
fostering relationships with students, families and staff.
With a team of six, developed innovative approaches to assist meeting grade level/school-wide goals.
Used STEP and F&P to assess scholars’ reading comprehension abilities and worked with a group of 20 each year to grow
reading levels.
Taught general education students as well as individuals with learning challenges and special needs within the classroom.
Created and implemented data tracking sheets to monitor student progress and resolve issues that may arise throughout the
school year.
TEACH FOR AMERICA, Washington, District of Columbia July 2013-May 2014
Campus Campaign Coordinator
Developed and executed a detailed strategic plan aimed at inspiring top students at Georgetown to apply for the 2014
Corps.
Networked with professors and student organizations to secure Teach For America presentations in classrooms and
meetings.
Managed and executed a high-visibility publicity campaign to ensure a strong presence on campus; Organized
informational sessions and alumni panels.
D.C./MD Recruitment Team – Intern January 2012-May 2012
Spearheaded outreach and collaboration with various organizations in the metropolitan area that focus on enhancing
educational equality.
Managed two research projects to help gain a better understanding of the landscape on college campuses in the surrounding
metropolitan area and identified new opportunities available for marketing and expansion.
LEADERSHIP & DEVELOPMENT
GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY ALUMNI ADMISSIONS, Interviewer September2014 – Present
Conduct college admission interviews with students who are applying to Georgetown University.
Draft and deliver a report of the interview to the admissions department including thoughts on that student’s ability to add to
the university culture.
FAMILY NIGHT & SATURDAY SCHOOL, Planner September 2014 – Present
Provided opportunities throughout the school year for students to experience an educational and/or enlightening experience
outside of the standard educational curriculum.
Organized family nights in which families learned about the Eureka and Wheatley curriculum and ways to provide at-home
intervention through game nights, presentations, and targeted pamphlets.
Developed a financial plan to effectively and efficiently utilize our budget of $2500.
RITMO Y SABOR 2.0, Founder September2015 – Present
Organized a group of 8 students to learn about and perform popular Latin dances.
Coordinated with planners of the After School Committee to create a performance for parents, students, and faculty by the
end of the school year.
2. TEACH FOR AMERICA, Corps Member June 2014 - Present
Participated in an intensive summer training program to develop the skills and knowledge needed to achieve significant
gains in student achievement.
Engaged in a wide array of professional development activities, including seminars in instructional planning, classroom
management, learning theory, literacy, culturally relevant pedagogy and diversity discussions.
GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY MENTORS AND TUTORS, President January 2012- April 2014
Lead and maintained a working, informed, and unified executive board of eight to ensure that our values and motives are
aligned with the needs of the students at Thurgood Marshall Academy.
Worked to improve retention rate through tutoring and mentoring 9th
and 10th
graders coming from low-income
neighborhoods.
Coordinated with the Center for Social Justice and other educational- and minority-based organizations on campus to plan
events that will expose our students to the prospect of college and the steps they should take to get there.
Set strategic goals with board members to exponentially increase the number of members in the organization by 60% and
improve our success rate at the high school.
SKILLS/INTERESTS
Skilled in Salesforce, Excel, Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Publisher, and Google Documents (spreadsheets, media, etc);
Strong interpersonal skills; Excellent organizational skills; Goal-oriented; Flexible and eager to learn
Basic Spanish knowledge; Excellent written, oral, and listening communication skills; Skilled in conducting quantitative and
qualitative analysis of data;
Organizing grade level and school-wide events. Organizing campus-wide events at Georgetown University.
Administering STEP and F&P Assessments; Administering MAP Assessments; Administering PARCC; Familiarity with
Illuminate; Knowledge of Common Core State Standards (Elementary level)
Welcoming Environment Committee planner to celebrate diversity, promote inclusiveness, and provide learning
opportunities for the students within SPARK Academy