Randi Norris

Phone: (410) 375-9124 / E-Mail: missroo@gmail.com

Education
Johns Hopkins University Baltimore, MD
M.A., Master of Arts in Teaching July 2006 May 2011

Baltimore City Teaching Residency (BCTR) Baltimore, MD
Maryland Secondary Teacher Certification, Social Studies June 2006 Aug. 2006

York College of Pennsylvania York, PA
B.A., Political Science and International Studies Sept. 2001 Dec. 2005

Experience
Reginald F. Lewis Museum Baltimore, MD
Manager of Development Feb. 2014 Current
Served on the museums Education Task Force to assist in realignment of the museums African American History
curriculum, to meet the requirements of the Maryland College and Career-Ready Standards
Collaborated with former Maryland State Superintendent of Schools Dr. Nancy Grasmick and former Deputy
State Superintendent of Schools Dr. A. Skipp Sanders, to ensure results based outcomes during the museums re-
launch of the curriculum
Work closely with the finance department to create department budgets and track grant expenditures
Cultivate individual and institutional donors by researching and contacting potential donors
Use member data to develop and execute membership growth, retention and recruitment plans, as well as
develop new ways to improve membership acquisition
Design and deliver presentations to train staff on building a "Culture of Development"
Represent the membership program at various events and at presentations in the community

Higher Achievement Baltimore, MD
Manager of Development and Outreach Sept. 2012 Feb. 2014
Designed and carried out a development plan that included updating proposal calendar, incorporating
consistent stewardship and acknowledgement procedures, researching new sources and tracking current
revenue, implementing a communications strategy, and re-engaging former stakeholders and donors
Supervised AmeriCorps Vista Volunteer Outreach Coordinator to meet volunteer recruitment numbers by setting
attainable monthly goals, creating a detailed work plan, providing professional development opportunities and
holding weekly check-ins
Oversaw administrative and program compliance by collecting and analyzing student data and making
recommendations to improve student outcomes and meet grant compliance standards
Delivered professional development training to part-time employees and volunteers in topics such as curriculum
instruction, behavior management, and parent/teacher outreach
Wrote proposals and reports for private foundations, corporations and government agencies with an average of
one proposal submitted every two weeks
Coordinated and executed annual fundraising events
Performed outreach to existing and new neighborhood and university partnerships to recruit volunteer mentors
Maintained relationships with teachers, principals, and central office employees to ensure organizational success
Conducted observations of mentors and part-time staff, and provided feedback and support to facilitate
professional growth

Baltimore City School System Baltimore, MD
Teacher, 10
th
Grade American Government & 8
th
Grade U.S. History Aug. 2006 Jan. 2012
Designed lessons using an experiential learning model to an average of 100 students daily
Participated in a pilot program of Marylands College and Career-Ready Standards
Developed and documented relationships to facilitate student achievement through regular parent/guardian
contact, averaging 3 calls per day
Presented professional development to peers
Increased schools American Government standardized test pass rate by an average of 10% -15% each year
Received proficient (highest rating attainable) evaluation on annual performance review
Mentored first-year teachers to improve classroom management and student outcomes
Randi Norris
Phone: (410) 375-9124 / E-Mail: missroo@gmail.com



Mentor Teacher, Notre Dame of Maryland University, Education Internship Oct. 2010 May 2011
Displayed positive teaching and classroom management strategies during interns observation period by
providing examples of effective strategies, student work, and use of curriculum
Provided resources, reviewed lesson plans, and assisted with data tracking to improve instructional strategies and
student performance on a daily basis
Encouraged self-reflection and provided informal feedback during daily debriefing sessions to identify positive
teaching strategies and areas which need improvement
Completed formal observations for internship supervisor once a month to ensure intern was meeting all
requirements necessary for graduation

Skills / Volunteerism / Internships
Judged at the state level of We The People (historical debate/competition)
Literature mentor for sixth grade students during 25-week afterschool program
Knowledgeable in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, & PowerPoint) and Raisers Edge
Experience working with Adobe Photoshop, Constant Contact and Microsoft Publisher