Abraham S. Fisher
400 Hayward Mill Road, Concord, MA 01742, Home 978-371-7350, abefisher@misterfisher.com
OBJECTIVE
A teaching position in which I can convey my passion for History to Middle and High School students.
EDUCATION
Brandeis University, Waltham, MA
M.A.T., Secondary History, anticipated July 2008
Boston University, Boston, MA
M.A., American History, 2004
Carleton College, Northfield, MN
Bachelor of Arts, Economics, 1983
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Initial Educator’s License - Massachusetts. History (8-12) anticipated Summer 2008
Preliminary Educator's License - Massachusetts. History, Mathematics (5-8, 8-12)
WORK HISTORY
Belmont Public Schools, Belmont, MA
Student Teacher, January 2008-Present
Teaching Modern World History to Sophomores at both the Honors and College Prep level. Plan, perform, and grade all lessons and assessments. Establish classroom routines and procedures. Confer with parents, Special Education Faculty, and Guidance department as needed.
Concord Public Schools/Concord-Carlisle Regional School District, Concord, MA
Substitute Teacher, 2006 - 2007
Teaching Math, Science, English, Social Studies, and Art to students ranging from 6th through 12th grade. Taught the lesson planned by the absent teacher. Organized and implemented effective instruction across broad ranges of subject matter, student ages, and student abilities. Maintained established routines and procedures for the assigned school and classroom.
Natick Public Schools, Natick, MA
Substitute Teacher, 2005 - 2006
Teaching Social Studies and Mathematics to students ranging from 5th through 12th grade. Taught the lesson outlined by the absent teacher. Organized and implemented effective instruction across broad ranges of subject matter, student ages, and student abilities. Maintained established routines and procedures for the assigned school and classroom.
Boston University, Boston, MA
Grader, 2003 - 2004
Graded undergraduate essays and exams in American and European History courses. Assisted students with their writing and editing skills. Provided advice for low-performing students.
Medical Information Technology, Westwood, MA
Senior Programmer, HIS Development, 1985 - 2001
Developed and maintained Billing/Accounts Receivable software for hospitals and long-term care facilities. Taught classes to junior staff on software function. Acted as resource person to customer support and other development staff.
VOLUNTEER
Middlesex County 4-H Fife & Drum Corps, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
Marching Teacher, 2002 - 2007
Teach children ages 7-14 marching and presentation skills. Supervise and coordinate practice marching drills with new members. Assist and motivate fife & drum corps during performances and parades. Advise and support youth leaders in developing group management skills.
Guest Lecturer, Elementary and Middle School Classes
Provide expertise on all aspects of the Revolutionary War. Give students insight into social and political life during the colonial and revolutionary periods.
HOBBIES AND INTERESTS
Revolutionary War Reenactor
Teach other reenactors period-correct manual of arms and marching maneuvers. Create historically accurate representations of Revolutionary War battles. Interact with the public to educate about the 18th Century.