Brian Morley Email & Phone Number

Salisbury, Md, Us

Cambridge, Md

• Plan, prepare, and teach developmentally appropriate and creative units of study aligned with the Common Core and Maryland State Curriculum • Differentiate instruction and materials to meet diverse learning needs of all including English Language Learners (ELLs), students on Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and students with Section 504 plans • Analyze data to drive targeted small group instruction in phonics, reading, writing, and math • Collaborate with grade level team, math coaches, literacy coaches, special educators, English as a Second Language (ESOL) teachers to review data, reflect, and improve instruction • Foster relationships with families and parents by encouraging open communication, conducting parent-teacher conferences, participating in school-wide family involvement events, and providing weekly class updates along with daily communications with via technologies like ClassDojo• Maintain a safe classroom atmosphere by employing classroom-wide, team, and individual positive behavioral systems • Lead an after-school enrichment club targeted towards English learners with the goals of improving English proficiency through language activities, maintaining the first language through language learning technology platforms, and improving academic outcomes through tutoring • Provided professional development to staff at Maple Elementary regarding the best practices for teaching the English learner population at the school• Served on an English learner leadership cadre for the Dorchester County Public Schools planning professional development opportunities for teachers, developing methods for higher engagement among English learner families, and developing tactics to improve the overall school climate for this population of students• Implement district-wide literacy and behavioral support programs including Wilson’s Fundations, American Reading Company (ARC), and Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports (PBIS)

Revere, Ma

• Work alongside lead classroom teacher and Special Education (SPED) teacher in an inclusion classroom of 30 students with three English language learners (ELLs), six students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), and three students starting referral for SPED services. • Assist classroom and specialist teachers with implementation of lessons• Prepare classroom materials, correct student work, and administer make-up tests and assignments to students• Conduct small group center activities • Provide one-on-one academic and social support • Maintain a safe classroom atmosphere by reinforcing classroom rules and management strategies employed by classroom teachers• Transport students from classroom to specialist rooms• Supervise students during lunch, recess, and weekly professional development meetings

Revere, Ma

•Shared in common planning time with grade level teachers, English language learner (ELL) teachers, speech therapists, math coaches, and literacy coaches during weekly planning periods•Participated in weekly school and professional development meetings•Fostered a safe social, physical, and intellectual environment with the application of positive classroom management strategies and socio-emotional programs •Built strong relationships with students by recognizing their strengths and valuing their individual ideas and opinions•Established open communication with families•Differentiated both instruction and materials to meet the diverse learning needs of all students •Engaged students with meaningful hands on and creative lessonsKINDERGARTEN•Taught in a diverse kindergarten classroom of 21 students with eight ELLs, two students with IEPs, and three students beginning the referral process for special needs services•Observed the special needs referral process •Gradually took on classroom responsibilities over a six week period and conducted one week as the lead classroom teacher•Aided and conducted an afterschool dramatic play enrichment club•Supported academic growth through whole group, small group, and one-on-one instruction SECOND GRADE•Educated 33 students in an inclusion classroom of seven ELLs, three Former Limited English Proficient students, seven students receiving special needs services, and one student with a Section 504 plan•Steadily took on classroom responsibilities and performed one full week as the lead teacher alongside the special education (SPED) co-teacher •Assisted in the planning and execution of an interdisciplinary project based learning experience about the seven continents•Actively participated in parent-teacher conferences •Reviewed each student’s independent progress, and retaught content that was not acquired•Collaborated, organized, and co-taught engaging and creative whole group lessons

Revere, Ma

• Promoted a safe psychological and physical environment for 54 students from grades K through five• Established positive relationships with parents and students to support an environment of open communication• Implemented an instructional plan to support a first grade student’s academic success in math and reading• Planned and prepared engaging projects for students • Tutored students and offered support with homework and assignments • Collected tuition and maintained confidential pupil and financial records

Wilmington, Ma

• Supervised students in the classroom and on the playgrounds• Taught children ages two to five and organized classroom activities• Promoted personal independence and growth with the implementation of a philanthropy curriculum • Worked jointly with classroom teachers to plan and execute developmentally appropriate and appealing lessons for students • Developed and enforced classroom rules with the classroom teachers

Chelsea, Ma

• Observed and taught in a first grade classroom of 24 students • Tutored and assisted individuals and small groups of ELLs and students with IEPs to master assignments and reinforce learning concepts • Developed, prepared, and presented lessons • Supported a safe classroom environment by reinforcing classroom rules and behavior management procedures implemented by the teacher• Accompanied, observed, and aided specialist teachers with their lessons

Tewksbury, Ma

• Worked and observed in a first grade inclusion classroom of 21 students• Mentored small groups of students including ELLs and students with IEPs in the areas of literacy and math• Organized and supervised games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, and social development

Durham, Nh

• Adapted the children's book Rollie Robin into a published educational musical and performed at New Hampshire elementary schools• Led educational workshops with colleagues promoting a healthy lifestyle • Created educational worksheets for students related to topics Rollie Robin

Bachelor’S Degree, Early Childhood Education And Teaching, Gpa 4.0

Bachelor’S Degree, Psychology, Gpa 3.9

Activities and Societies: Dean's List 2013-2016 Phi Kappa Phi, Interdisciplinary Honor Society, Inducted May 2016 Psi Chi, Psychological.

Master'S Degree, Teaching English As A Second Or Foreign Language/Esl Language Instructor, Gpa 4.0

Completed a highly competitive, grant-based, and accelerated program of study.

Post-Master Certificate, Educational Leadership And Administration, General, 4.0