Larisa Black

Experience

1. Virtual Educator

   Connections Academy

   May 2016 — Present · SC, US

   Lead teacher for Earth Science team of four teachers and over 900 students- Create lessons and curriculum using multiple programs (Adobe Connect, Zoom, Google )- Nominated for Teacher of the Years 22/23 and 23/24- STEM Advisor and team leader for Science Club that has grown from 30 students to over 130 in one year- Network and reach out to the community about in-person STEM Learning Experiences- Support the instructional program with asynchronous web conferencing sessions and synchronous instruction- Communicate with parents, students and other teachers on a regular basis to develop and update Personal Learning Plans and schedules, score assessments, provide feedback on student work, suggest instructional approaches and strategies, monitor completion of assignments and coach special projects- Work collaboratively with other teachers to ensure that all students are successful- Support students and parents with alternate strategies and provide additional assistance with daily assignments and projects- Complete all grading, create progress reports and conduct parent conferences - Consult with other teachers and staff learning specialists to develop alternate enrichment activities and modifications to students’ programs - Devise and implement virtual methods of creating and maintaining a school community- Participate in the organization and administration of the State Testing- Work with Advisory Teachers and School counselor to ensure students and families are receiving appropriate communications, students are making adequate progress and established goals are being met- Approach teaching with clear vision and aspire to make a positive, personal impact on students- Dynamic presentation skills that captivate students in live trainings and videos- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills- Passion for lifelong learning and ongoing professional development

Education

• University at Albany

  Biology

  2000 — 2001

• Syracuse University at Utica College

  B.S, Biology

  2003

• Mohawk Valley Community College

  Biology

  1998 — 2000

• Utica University

  M.S, Secondary Education

  2007

• Mississippi State University

  General Biology