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Merritt Davenport

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CREDENTIALS

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SAMPLES

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ARTWORK

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REFERENCES

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CONTACT

Resume

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7/2023 - Present

Professional Educator: Earth & Environmental Science, and Zoology @ Bradford Preparatory School

Charlotte, NC


  • Direct 3 sections of Earth & Environmental Science and 1 section of Zoology- each with 25 students.
  • Implement educational technology solutions, including PowerSchool and Canvas to enhance student engagement and streamline teaching and learning processes.
  • Ensure the accuracy and currency of data through meticulous data entry, management, and analysis, interpreting both quantitative and qualitative data to inform instructional strategies.
  • Innovate and design unique learning experiences, incorporating presentations, tactile and exploratory activities, and engaging demonstrations to captivate student interest and foster effective learning.
  • Tailor instruction differentially based on student interests, skill levels, and learning preferences to elevate both engagement and comprehension levels.
  • Developed a new, comprehensive zoology course curriculum.


08/2017 - 05/2023

Professional Educator: Grade 6 Science @ Corvian Community School

Charlotte, NC


  • Directed 4 classes of grade 6 science- each with 28 students. Courses averaged a 92% course pass rate.
  • Filled the role of a "team lead" in collaboration with administration, facilitating seamless communication and information dissemination between school personnel and external stakeholders.
  • Implemented educational technology solutions, including Powerschool and Schoology to enhance student engagement and streamline teaching and learning processes.
  • Pioneered a fully remote and asynchronous version of the curriculum, featuring multimedia presentations with audio and electronic notes, as well as handouts and assessments for students.
  • Developed a comprehensive grade 6 curriculum aligned with state standards and grounded in research-based teaching practices and reverse learning techniques.


05/2015 - 07/2018

Admissions Representative & Recruiter @ Carolinas College of Health Sciences

Charlotte, NC


  • Established and fostered partnerships with local institutions and corporations to enhance the college's community presence.
  • Increased enrollment figures through the conception and facilitation of monthly information sessions, creation and production of recruitment materials, and meticulous analysis of applicant data and feedback.
  • Provided guidance and mentorship to prospective students and their families regarding their best fit program options and application requirements
  • Facilitated seamless onboarding and training processes.
  • Doubled interest queries with non-traditional student populations.
  • Contributed insights to budget development by forecasting recruitment needs and requirements.
  • Utilized Jenzabar/SONIS to track applications, ensuring accurate student information updates, streamlined onboarding processes, course auditing, and other essential functions.
  • Authored comprehensive standard operating procedures for the position, laying the foundation for future training endeavors which is still in use today.


09/2014 - 06/2016

Receptionist @ Charlotte Country Club

Charlotte, NC


  • Managed a multiple-line phone system, typing, faxing, copying, and printing materials, bulk mailings, and special projects
  • Correspond with staff to coordinate events, create/ design announcements, make/ modify reservations, confirm member participation in events, and event details
  • Created employee posters and signage and distributed them to appropriate staff members


08/2014 - 05/2015

Professional Educator, Grade 9-12, Biology @ Zebulon B. Vance High School

Charlotte, NC


  • Taught Greenhouse (remedial) Biology and Biology (grades 9-12)
  • Prepared students for the End of Course Test with an 80% pass rate
  • Implemented SIOP (Sheltered instruction Observation Protocol) strategies in curriculum design


08/2012 - 07/2014

Professional Educator, Grade 9-10, Biology @ North Springs Charter High School

Atlanta, GA


  • Directed 2 sections of Honors Biology, 2 sections of Biology, and 1 section of Anatomy & Physiology- each with 30 students
  • Utilized data-driven methodologies to assess and optimize student performance outcomes by analyzing student data, thereby tailoring learning goals and curriculum accordingly.
  • Implemented instructional and assessment modifications in response to student achievement data, leading to a 75% participation rate in optional tutoring sessions and overall course grade improvement.
  • Achieved a 94% pass rate in preparing students for the End of Course Test through strategic instructional methods.


8/2010 - 05/2012

Sales Associate @ Irresistibles

Charlottesville, VA


  • Maintained an organized, clean work environment
  • Provided customer service and assistance with positive outcomes including increased sales and return customers
  • Handled opening and closing procedures along with all necessary paperwork and bank deposits


10/2008 - 08/2011

Assistant Supervisor, UVA research lab @ The McConnell Group

Charlottesville, VA


  • Assisted in the interview, hiring, and training process of new employees
  • Established daily reporting processes, procedures, and animal care schedules for the new research facility
  • Directed office management processes including deliveries, supply needs, and communications
  • Handled daily reports including standard operating procedures, event, and animal health status reports
  • Assisted in all facility maintenance, biweekly sanitation evaluations, and animal health monitoring
  • Certified as "Laboratory Animal Technologist" (3rd level certification) through AALAS within a year of starting the position


5/2007 - 08/207

Zoo Intern, Seasonal @ Wildlife Safari

Winston, OR


  • Filled the role of assistant manager; only direct report to manager
  • Managed and coached 3 employees to improve health standards and animal care procedures.
  • Contributed to the recruitment, selection, and onboarding of new personnel.
  • Implemented daily reporting systems, procedures, and schedules for the newly established research facility.
  • Oversaw office management functions, including coordination of deliveries, management of supply requisitions, and facility health and safety inspections.
  • Managed the generation and distribution of daily reports encompassing standard operating procedures, event summaries, and updates on animal health and research status.
  • Played a key role in facility maintenance, conducting biweekly sanitation evaluations, and monitoring the health of animals.
  • Attained certification as an Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT), Laboratory Animal Technician (LAT), and Laboratory Animal Technologist (LATG) within the first 2 years of employment.


8/2004 - 05/2008

Volunteer, Primary Care Giver & Shift Leader @ Auburn Raptor Center

Auburn, AL


  • Supported the development of public educational programs
  • Handled raptors and answered questions during events for school groups, open public events, and photo opportunities
  • Aided in the training of eagles for Auburn University events
  • Assisted in food preparation, feeding, medication, basic animal care, training, and record-keeping
  • Responsible for all feeding and husbandry of up to 24 raptors, twice per week
  • Responsible for all care and training of assigned birds of prey


CREDENTIALS

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Auburn University

Bachelor of Science

Zoology

2004 - 2008

University of Virginia

Master of Arts

Secondary Science Education

2010 - 2012

NC Educator's License

Science 6-9

Renewed

2022 - 2027

SAMPLES

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Interactive Notebook

Created for use by 6th-grade students during COVID-19 for at-home, asynchronous learning. Each student was given an individual copy in which they filled in answers after reviewing the assigned daily lesson.

Scope & Sequence

Calendar of lessons for the full academic year. Includes lessons, demonstrations, tactile activities, homework, assessments, and other notes or comments for future planning.

Class Information Packet

Created for use by 6th-grade students during COVID-19 for at-home, asynchronous learning. This provided students with all basic classroom information, syllabus, procedures, and FAQs.


*Not all links within the guide will currently work as this was a class-specific resource*

Student

How-To Guide

Created for use by 6th-grade students during COVID-19 for at-home, asynchronous learning. This provided students with a comprehensive how-to guide with step-by-step instructions & videos.


*Not all links within the guide will currently work as this was a class-specific resource*

Document created to serve as the outline for new employee onboarding at Bradford Preparatory School.


*Updates & full presentation

will be available soon!*

Proposed Onboarding

ARTWORK

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Landscape Postcards

Thank You Note Postcards

Christmas

REFERENCES

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Ms. Jessica Johnson

Current Department Head

Bradford Preparatory School

Professional Educator- Science


757-870-5172

jessica.johnson@bradfordprep.org

Ms. Kelly Stegall

Previous supervisor

Corvian Community School

Director of Middle School


Current: Divergent Consulting Advocate


440-278-1212

kellystegall0912@gmail.com

Miss MacKayla Olson

Previous co-worker

Corvian Community School

Professional Educator - Math


704-668-6586

mackayla.olson@corvian.org

Dr. Karen Lewis

Previous supervisor

Carolinas College of Health Sciences


Current: Founding Associate Dean for Student Affairs at Belmont University,

College of Medicine


678-778-1131

klewis37075@gmail.com

CONTACT INFORMATION

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Email

merritt.d.newman@gmail.com

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Mobile Phone

979 - 574 - 0278

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/merrittdavenport/