Meredith van Rensburg

507 Blakewood Drive Raleigh, NC 27609 meredith929@yahoo.com (919) 673-8221

Highlighted Career Achievements


Eleven years of experience in the field of education with a concentration in teaching, advocacy & school leadership

Serve 300 students yearly in a 25-35 member classroom setting; spanning grade levels 6-8
Liaison between district and school community in new learning initiatives
Successfully implemented PBIS program over three years; led staff development sessions on related strategies
Designed and implemented theatre curriculum in the largest middle school in Wake County
Coordinated with faculty members to integrate cross-curricular programs that enhance student achievement
Effectively communicate with key stakeholders in regards to student progress and community efforts


Education and Credentials


Masters of Education in School Counseling, North Carolina State University.
Projected graduation 2016; GPA 4.0
Chi Sigma Omega Honor Student

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Education, East Carolina University. 2002

Bachelor of Arts in English/Professional Acting, East Carolina University. 1999

NC Teaching License Theatre Arts k-12


Professional Experience

DURANT ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL, Wake County Public Schools 2013 Present
Theatre Arts Teacher
Initiated theatre program in multi-track year-round school; contributed to the academic and social success of
students through social-awareness curriculum integration
Designed and implemented theatre curriculum to meet the needs of the students and satisfy parent and community needs
Coordinate with faculty members to integrate cross-curricular programs that enhance student achievement
Reinforce socially acceptable conduct and employ positive behavior rewards

WAKEFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL, Wake County Public Schools 2003 2013
Theatre Arts Teacher/Fine Arts Department Chair/PBIS Chair
Served as a teacher, leader, mentor and advocate for largest middle school in Wake County
Designed and implemented theatre curriculum to meet the needs of the students and satisfy parent and community needs
Advocated for support from school administration to fit the needs of the fine arts programs
Produced yearly, school-wide Character Education Assembly as part of our School Improvement Plan requirement
Coordinated with faculty members to integrate cross-curricular programs that enhance student achievement
Built school-based PBIS team from the ground up and led staff development as needed
Reinforced socially acceptable conduct and employ positive behavior rewards
Mentored novice teachers
Nominated (top three) for teacher-of-the- year for two consecutive years


WAKEFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL , Wake County Public Schools 2003 2009
Director, Wakefield Ensemble Theatre
Act as producing and Artistic Director for community based theatre company
Worked with booster organization, building funding to support program through fundraisers and highly successful
productions

WAKEFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL , Wake County Public Schools 2006 2008
Peer Outreach Coordinator
Partnered at-risk students with peer and faculty buddies
Used process, perception and result data as necessary to identify students in need of service



Professional Development


Facilitative Leadership Training: Tapping the Power of Participation Differentiation: Curriculum Compacting
High Five: Developing Professional Learning Teams Positive Behavior Support - SWIS Training
Supervision of the Novice Teacher (WCPSS Mentor Certification) Cultural and Gang Awareness


Professional Organizations

Chi Sigma Iota
ASCA
NCSCA
SEANC


References

Drew Sawyer, Principal, Durant Road Middle School
919-870-4098

Susan N. Clark, Assistant Principal, Durant Road Middle School
919-870-4098

Jimmy Sposato, Principal, Wakefield Middle School
919-562-3500

Dr. Laura Inscoe, Dean of Students, Wakefield High School
919-562-3625

Dr. Stanley Baker, Professor of Counselor Education & Coordinator of School Counseling Program, NCSU
919-515-6360