DiArron B. Morrison
Covington,GA
Summary
Results-driven Instructional Leader with extensive experience enhancing teacher practice and student outcomes through data analysis and standards alignment. Expertise in facilitating Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), designing impactful professional development, and mentoring educators. Proven track record in leading schoolwide initiatives aligned to DCSD’s Six Essential Systems while promoting equity and continuous improvement.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Guiding Coalition Member
Redan High School
Stone Mountain, Georgia
2025 - Current
- Facilitated professional learning sessions to enhance the effectiveness of Guiding Coalitions.
- Analyzed schoolwide data to drive strategic decisions and improve educational outcomes.
- Implemented data protocols ensuring alignment with DCSD’s Six Essential Systems framework.
- Collaborated with educators to foster a culture of data-driven decision-making across the district.
- Provided ongoing support and resources to Guiding Coalition members for effective implementation.
- Coordinated training sessions to enhance staff understanding of data utilization in instructional practices.
New Teacher Orientation Coordinator
Redan High School
01.2024 - Current
- Designed and facilitated onboarding PL on grading systems, classroom management, MTSS, and standards-based planning.
- Paired new teachers with mentors and provided ongoing coaching support.
- Led data and planning check-ins to ensure early success for new faculty.
Social Studies Instructional Lead & Teacher
Redan High School
01.2023 - Current
- Surpassed End-of-Course test targets by 15.8% through strategic planning.
- Clarified learning goals via department-wide, standards-aligned planning initiatives.
- Facilitated weekly PLCs for data analysis and effective reteach strategies.
- Coached teachers through collaborative planning and constructive feedback cycles.
- Implemented academic and behavioral supports within MTSS Tier I and II frameworks.
Graduate Instructor
University of Memphis
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Increased student writing mastery by 22% through structured feedback and revisions.
- Reduced students below proficiency by 17% through early misconception identification.
- Achieved over 90% course completion rates by adjusting instruction and support.
- Implemented writing diagnostics to enhance student performance on major assessments.
- Utilized performance data to provide targeted academic support for struggling students.
Instructor
Abilene Christian University
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Enhanced student performance by 19% through scaffolded instruction and targeted assignments.
- Increased weekly discussion participation from 68% to 92% using varied engagement strategies.
- Reduced remediation needs by 28% through proactive intervention and learning gap identification.
Education
Ph.D. - Communication Studies
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN10.2023
M.A. - Communication Studies
Abilene Christian University
Abilene, TX12.2019
M.A. - Christian Ministry
Abilene Christian University
Abilene, TX05.2019
B.G.S. -
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA07.2016
Skills
- Instructional Coaching
- Guiding Coalition Leadership
- PLC Facilitation
- Standards Alignment
- Data Analysis
- MTSS
- Progress Monitoring
- Teacher Development
- Culturally Responsive Pedagogy
- School Improvement
- Professional Learning Design
- Restorative Practices
Accomplishments
2024 Marcella E. Oberle Award for Outstanding Teaching in Grades K-12
October 2024 Teacher of the Month, Redan High School
Certification
- Restorative Practices
- AP United States Studies
- AP African American Studies
Timeline
New Teacher Orientation Coordinator
Redan High School
01.2024 - Current
Social Studies Instructional Lead & Teacher
Redan High School
01.2023 - Current
Graduate Instructor
University of Memphis
01.2020 - 01.2022
Instructor
Abilene Christian University
01.2019 - 01.2020
Guiding Coalition Member
Redan High School
2025 - Current
Ph.D. - Communication Studies
University of Memphis
M.A. - Communication Studies
Abilene Christian University
M.A. - Christian Ministry
Abilene Christian University
B.G.S. -
Georgia Southern University