Dr. Giani Clarkson Email & Phone Number

Washington Dc-Baltimore Area

Develop and implement an engaging and rigorous curriculum for AP-level courses in DC History and Government. Create a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages critical thinking, academic growth, and intellectual curiosity.Utilize a variety of instructional methods and technologies to meet the diverse learning needs of students.Provide timely and constructive feedback to students to support their academic progress and success.Provide academic guidance and support to students, including academic advising, college preparation, and course selection.Foster positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to support student success and well-being.Participate in school events, extracurricular activities, and parent conferences as needed.Encourage student participation in AP exams, college fairs, and other academic enrichment opportunities.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Dr. Clarkson is a master historian and provides in-depth looks into various subjects across history. For over twenty years, Dr. Clarkson has appeared on national radio programs (Sirius XM Radio, NPR, etc.) and has been published by various publications discussing a wide range of historical topics. (Washington Post, Dallas Weekly, Washington Informer, etc.) Dr. Clarkson specializes in guest speaking appearances for various companies and as a guest lecturer at universities across the globe. He is willing to share his knowledge with 1st-year history teacher and also works as an instructional coach.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

• Creator of Youth Programming that focused on various elements of student life at Paul Public Charter School which included community service, political advocacy, and academic excellence• Organized College Fairs and tours for high school juniors and seniors. • Assisted students in applying to college and various scholarships.• Developed programming that helped high school seniors apply for summer internships.• Developed relationships with community partners and stakeholders connected to fundraising for programming • Actively work with School Leadership to identify stories of Paul PCS students, teachers, school leaders, and parents to highlight on the website, social media, and announcement page, in alignment with the strategic plan and organizational leadership and representative of the Paul Community• Develop annual digital marketing content and messaging strategies across key initiatives including student retention and registration, student recruitment and enrollment, and talent recruitment, to ensure alignment across all digital tactics; this should include strategic use of advertisements (social ads, boosted posts, etc.)• Manage content creation and messaging strategies for all digital marketing efforts within these campaigns including, but not limited to, Facebook/Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, in-building displays (and occasionally LinkedIn as needed from Talent)• Manage content creation for all physical/visual marketing efforts ensuring message and brand alignment to Paul PCS’s strategic goals, including but not limited to photo canvases that are representative of the Paul community, stable and mobile banners on the property or to be utilized at fairs off-property, marketing materials used in DC EdFest and other enrollment initiatives.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Identified and cultivated external partnerships for policy courses, programs, events, andopportunities.• Planned and executed events within the public policy curriculum, such as the City Council Day, We the People competition, and Annual Public Policy Symposium for students at Chavez Middle and High School. • Managed all logistics of Chavez’s Fellowship program, including securing partners, setting up student interviews, matching students, orientation, and evaluation of the program.• Worked with school leadership to identify and organize events related to the public policy curriculum that reflect current issues for students such as environmental field trips and. policy summits.• Led the development of new programs for students to engage with public policy andsupport college and career readiness such as career day and shadowing opportunities.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Developed internships for high school seniors to assist with the transition from high school to college. • Built and Strengthen relationships with community partners to create fundraising opportunities for National Collegiate Prep. • Taught courses in World History, Political Science, and Public Speaking • Instructed pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.• Advisor for National Honors Society• Advisor for Student Government Association • Social Media Coordinator for National Collegiate Prep Football Team

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Taught courses in social studies, history, geography, American government, Tribalgovernment, political science, and humanities to secondary pupils, utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities.Taught Speech CommunicationsInstructed pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.Developed a balanced social studies program involving factual background material, material on current events, discussion time, and other appropriate activities designed to encourage pupils to develop skills and attitudes, draw conclusions, achieve improved interpersonal relationships, and make value judgments based on scientific methods of inquiry.Provided individual and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of pupils with varying intellectual abilities, attitudes, and cultural backgrounds.Developed knowledge of the purpose, structure, and operation of the American governmental and economic system, and the rights and responsibilities of American citizenship.Made current material from the mass media available to pupils; plans and guides

Washington D.C. Metro Area

The College Success Foundation – DC’s HERO (Higher Education Readiness Opportunity) is a summer intensive program that works with DC Metro students in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (S.T.E.M.) classes. This summer intensive is designed to improve students in S.T.E.M and to inspire them to attend college. Responsibilities:Used the curriculum provided by CSF-DC to facilitate daily lesson plans and activities.Adapted lesson plans to suit diverse student needs while assessing and supporting student strengths.Provided visible leadership and hands-on programmatic support for the Summer LeadershipAcademy.Implemented HERO Program’s high standards of citizenship and academic performance in theclassroom, maintaining high expectations for students, praising their hard work and utilizingincentives and consequences when necessary.Reinforced with the expectations of a HERO participant with all students.Helped build a positive community among HERO participants.Worked collaboratively with university staff and external partners to ensure the Foundation’s on-going positive relationships with its summer program partners.Communicated information to student participants clearly, respectfully and with an emphasis onmotivating and inspiring all program participants.

William E Doar - Washington, Dc

Led Sponsor for William E. Doar Student Government AssociationInstructed for Social Studies and Science for Middle School Head of the Middle School - Science FairTaught Speech CommunicationsHead of the Middle School - World Geography FairCreated the William E. Doar - Unsung Black History Fair Developed Partnership with Ford Theatre (Ford Theatre Oratory Fellow 2014-2015)Developed the Black History Club and Jeopardy Tournament Led Middle School - BOOK IT! program Developed social media presence for middle school social studies and science department by creating a Twitter and Instagram page

Washington D.C. Metro Area

The College Success Foundation – DC’s HERO (Higher Education Readiness Opportunity) is a summer intensive program that works with DC Metro students in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (S.T.E.M.) classes. This summer intensive is designed to improve students in S.T.E.M and to inspire them to attend college. Responsibilities:Used the curriculum provided by CSF-DC to facilitate daily lesson plans and activities.Adapted lesson plans to suit diverse student needs while assessing and supporting student strengths.Provided visible leadership and hands-on programmatic support for the Summer LeadershipAcademy.Implemented HERO Program’s high standards of citizenship and academic performance in theclassroom, maintaining high expectations for students, praising their hard work and utilizingincentives and consequences when necessary.Reinforced with the expectations of a HERO participant with all students.Helped build a positive community among HERO participants.Worked collaboratively with university staff and external partners to ensure the Foundation’s on-going positive relationships with its summer program partners.Communicated information to student participants clearly, respectfully and with an emphasis onmotivating and inspiring all program participants.

Kramer Middle School - Washington, Dc

Developed After School Study Sessions to prepare students for DC CAS (District Test)Created the 1st Annual Kramer Middle School – Science FairTaught Speech CommunicationsCreated the 1st Annual Kramer Middle School - World Geography FairOrganized Partnerships with Kramer Middle School Students and World EmbassiesCultivated relationships with local businesses to encourage student achievementAssisted in the Inauguration of the 1st Blended Learning Models in DCPSWorked as an active liaison between Kramer Middle School and the Southeast DC Community

Washington, Dc

The College Success Foundation – DC’s HERO (Higher Education Readiness Opportunity) is a summer intensive program that works with DC Metro students in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (S.T.E.M.) classes. This summer intensive is designed to improve students in S.T.E.M and to inspire them to attend college. Responsibilities:Used the curriculum provided by CSF-DC to facilitate daily lesson plans and activities.Adapted lesson plans to suit diverse student needs while assessing and supporting student strengths.Provided visible leadership and hands-on programmatic support for the Summer LeadershipAcademy.Implemented HERO Program’s high standards of citizenship and academic performance in theclassroom, maintaining high expectations for students, praising their hard work and utilizingincentives and consequences when necessary.Reinforced with the expectations of a HERO participant with all students.Helped build a positive community among HERO participants.Worked collaboratively with university staff and external partners to ensure the Foundation’s on-going positive relationships with its summer program partners.Communicated information to student participants clearly, respectfully and with an emphasis onmotivating and inspiring all program participants.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Step Afrika is the first professional company in the world dedicated to the tradition of stepping. Founded in December 1994, the company is critically-acclaimed for its efforts to promote an understanding of and appreciation for stepping and the dance tradition's use as an educational tool for young people worldwide. Step Afrika reaches tens of thousands of Americans each year and has performed on many stages in North & South America, Europe, Africa and the Caribbean.Head Liaison between Step Afrika! & the surrounding DC communitiesOrganized travel for international touring season for dancers. (150+ cities)Conducted mass mailing, drafting correspondence &maintaining filing systemDeveloped curriculums for Arts Education Programming (After SchoolResidencies, Summer Programs, Graded Electives)Coordinated receptions, meetings; open housesServed as Office Manager and responsible for administrative duties whichincluded human resources and budget managementConstructed and designed sets for productionDirected and Edited promotional videos

· Responsible for coordinating and scheduling theatre shows & contract negotiation with various schools throughout Maryland/DC metropolitan area. · Served as liaison in establishing and maintaining professional relationships with public and private schools (MD, NJ, PA & DE). · Responsible for overseeing transportation services to ensure safe and proper usage of company vehicles. · Researched and contacted potential funding opportunities for theatre and maintained the corporate database. · Facilitated mailing and other communications to assist in the promotion of the theatre. · Responsible for the supervision and evaluation of the company. · Supervised volunteers that were involved in various performances. · Created performance budgets and made recommendations on ways to cut cost.

· Acting Coach for Undergraduate Urban Arts Production Majors. · Box Office Assistant for production throughout the school year. · Assisted in the public relations duties (i.e., mailings, poster design, radio interviews & print). · Company member of Coppin State University Players & Liaison between Coppin State

Greater New Orleans Area

Acting Coach for Theatre Arts MajorsAssisted in the public relations duties (i.e., mailings, poster design, radio interviews & print). Company member of Dillard University Players

Doctor Of Education - Edd

Master'S Degree, Programs And Curriculum

Activities and Societies: National Honors SocietyThe Curriculum and Instruction Master's program features 19 concentrations and is.

Bachelor'S Degree, Theatre Arts

Activities and Societies: Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated, Alpha Phi Omega Fraternity Incorporated, Pre Alumni Association.

Theatre Arts, Performing Arts

Activities and Societies: Reader's Theatre Performing Arts GuildPerforming Arts Guild, Reader's Theatre