Marcus J.W.
Borders
5750 Buffington Road Apt. 1207 ​⬤​
Education / Credentials
Kennesaw State University
Ed.S. Instructional Technology
2019
Georgia State University
M.S. Urban Teacher Leadership​,
2012
Georgia State University
B.S. Early Childhood Education​,
2008
Endorsements: Mathematics
(PK - 12)
Certifications:
Google Trainer, Google Educator
(I-II), Nearpod Trainer, Flipgrid
Ambassador, BrainPop Educator,
and Kami Hero
Leadership Roles / Skills
Digital Promise Team Lead
Our Voice Academy, 2019
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
Teacher Advisory Council Member,
2016-2018
Ed Tech Team Presenter,
2018-2019
GaETC Presenter, 2015-2018
Grade Level Chair, 2014-15
Yearbook Editor/Chief 2012-15
TKES Evaluator 2014-15
FCS Vanguard Member
FCS Teacher Leadership Forum
Grade Level Chair, 2010-11
Professional Recognition
Google Innovator (WDC17)
Teacher of the Year, 2011-12
Service Accomplishments
Podcast participant and content
partner with ​Remote Learning
Course with Leading Equity Center
Professional References
Stephanee Stephens, iTeach
Director
Kennesaw State University 585
Cobb Ave. NW
Kennesaw, Ga. 30144
KH 2115
470.578.6573
ssteph47@keneesaw.edu
James Payne, Principal
Liberty Point Elementary
9000 Highpoint Road
Union City, Ga. 30291
paynej@fultonschools.org
College Park, GA 30349 ​⬤​ Phone: 678.294.8556 ​⬤​ ​mjwborders@gmail.com
Education Technology Specialist
Kennesaw State University July 2016 : Present
[iTeach Coach K-5, Digital Promise Team Lead]
● Supports and leads 10 coaches in delivering instructional technology
professional development content within schools, nationwide.
● Coaches teachers and staff through professional learning related to
technology integration.
● Supports Fulton County School District’s Personalized Learning
Principles.
● Leverages school support and usage of selected mobile devices.
● Develops and curates content for all stakeholders’ utilization.
Certified Educator
Stonewall Tell Elementary Aug 2011 : July 2016
[Educational Technology Instructor K-5, 4th Grade, 3rd Grade]
● Coached teachers and staff through professional learning related to
technology integration.
● Serves as a model teacher for the Google Classroom Learning
Management System implementation based on grade level
curriculum. Infuses technology tools throughout a multitude of digital
and web 2.0 platforms and devices for student achievement.
● Plans and incorporates rigorous instruction in an active and inquiry
based learning environment.
● Incorporates technology through a 1:1 device environment
● Facilitates and fosters a collaborative environment for students to
learn and achieve.
● Supported a collaborative team of 9 with curriculum/strategic plan
development and data disaggregation using Georgia Standards of
Excellence as Grade Level Chair
Certified Educator
Cliftondale Elementary Aug 2009 : May 2011
[2nd Grade]
● Planned and incorporated rigorous instruction in an active and
inquiry based learning environment.
● Analyzed and disaggregated student data to guide classroom
instruction.
● Created action plans to guide instruction with the use of student
data.
● Developed a variety of learning centers and teaching tools to meet
students’ needs for rigor.
● Communicated effectively and consistently with parents.
Certified Educator
Stonewall Tell Elementary Aug 2008 : May 2009
[2nd Grade]
● Consistently collaborated with team members to guide instruction
and plan lessons.
● Collaborated with team members to create instructional units and
curriculum maps.
● Actively participated in Starting Strong and Meaningful Mentors to
ensure a supportive transition for first year educators.
● Developed and incorporated instructional strategies to reach a
diverse group of learners.
● Participated in creating a data driven school environment with team
members.
● Informatively communicated with parents.
Portfolio​:​ ​MBEdTech.com​ ​⬤​ ​Social Media:​ ​@TeamBorders