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Mercedes Liriano

Mercedes Liriano

Mableton

Summary

A passionate educator and leader who has been in education for 24 years and I am dedicated to fostering a dynamic school culture, implementing culturally responsive pedagogy, and promoting student achievement through collaborative initiatives.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

7th Grade Reading Teacher

Pearson Middle School
Marietta
01.2022 - Current
  • Cobb County School District
  • Grade Level Lead and Gifted Endorsed
  • 7th Grade Reading Teacher curriculum planning, PBL, collaborative teaching and foster student engagement.

K-5 Writing & Culturally Responsive Educator

Flat Rock Elementary
Dekalb
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Dekalb County School District
  • Led Social Studies Fair & cross-curricular PBL initiatives
  • Dekalb County School District

5th Grade ELA Teacher

PS 536
Bronx
01.2018 - 01.2021
  • NYC School District
  • Developed a culturally responsive curriculum, increasing student growth in reading & writing by 11%
  • Directed staff book club and afterschool programs.

ELA Lead Teacher

MS 224
Bronx
01.2004 - 01.2018
  • I’m NYC School District
  • Literacy Coach
  • UFT Chapter Leader
  • Raised test scores through curriculum alignment, PD facilitation, and intervention strategies.

2nd and 5th Grade Teacher

Atlanta Public School System
Atlanta
07.2001 - 05.2004
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Provided instruction in core subjects such as math, science, language arts, and social studies for 5th Grade students.
  • Maintained positive classroom culture through behavior management techniques.

Education

Ed.M. - Leadership

Teachers College, Columbia University
01.2021

M.S. - Elementary Education

Fordham University

B.A. - Behavioral Studies

Concordia College

Ph.D. - Education P-20

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN

Skills

  • Culturally Responsive Instruction
  • Curriculum Writing
  • SEL Instruction
  • Equity Training
  • Diversity Training
  • Curriculum Design
  • Restorative Practices
  • Grant Writing
  • Google Suite
  • SMARTBOARD
  • Data Analysis

Certification

  • NYS School Building Leader, Initial
  • GA Level 5, P-8
  • Permanent NYS Elementary Certification, K-6
  • Gifted Endorsement, 01/01/24 - Present

References

Available upon request.

Email

  • Personal, mercy1273@gmail.com
  • Work, Mercedes.liriano@cobbk12.org

Timeline

7th Grade Reading Teacher

Pearson Middle School
01.2022 - Current

K-5 Writing & Culturally Responsive Educator

Flat Rock Elementary
01.2021 - 01.2022

5th Grade ELA Teacher

PS 536
01.2018 - 01.2021

ELA Lead Teacher

MS 224
01.2004 - 01.2018

2nd and 5th Grade Teacher

Atlanta Public School System
07.2001 - 05.2004

Ed.M. - Leadership

Teachers College, Columbia University

M.S. - Elementary Education

Fordham University

B.A. - Behavioral Studies

Concordia College

Ph.D. - Education P-20

Walden University
Mercedes Liriano