HELLO, I'M
Brook Taylor.
Secondary Social Studies Educator
Brook Taylor
​Innovation | Engagement | Impact
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About
MY TEACHING PHILOSOPHY
Dedicated to the art of secondary education, I am a passionate and innovative social studies teacher committed to creating an engaging, dynamic learning environment that supports diverse learning styles. My goal is to inspire students to think critically, communicate effectively, and grow into successful global citizens equipped with both academic knowledge and the social-emotional intelligence needed to thrive in today’s world. Explore my portfolio to see how I bring this vision to life through innovative teaching methods and student work.
Education &
Certifications
2019-Current
Texas Educator Certificate, Expiration 2031
Texas State Board of Education
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4-8 Social Studies
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7-12 Social Studies
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4-12 English as a Second Language
2010–2014
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX
Awarded a B.A. in Political Science and History (Dual Degree/Double Major)
Teaching
Experience
2024-Present
8th Grade Social Studies Teacher, Grade Level Lead
Carol Morgan School
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
2020-2024
6th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Boerne Middle School South
Boerne, TX, USA
2019-2020
6th and 7th Grade Social Studies Teacher/Coach
Comfort Middle School
Comfort, TX, USA
2017-2018
Primary ESL Teacher
CEIP Josefina Aldecoa
Torre de Benagalbón, Málaga, Spain
Teaching Skills & Expertise
WHAT I BRING TO THE CLASSROOM
Curriculum Development
Student Engagement
Real World Travel Experience
Classroom Management
Parent-Teacher Communication
Technology Integration
Relevancy
English Language
Spanish Language
Educational Technology
Recognitions
WHERE I'VE BEEN ACKNOWLEDGED
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2019 Comfort Education Foundation Award Grant Winner (~$500)
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2020, 2021, 2022, & 2023 Boerne Education Foundation Teacher Innovation Grant Award Winner (~$10,000)
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2022-’23 Boerne Middle School South Teacher of the Year
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2022-'23 Boerne ISD Teacher of the Year Runner-Up (12 campuses total)
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2023 Whataburger “Whatateacher” Regional Award Winner
Interests
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
Education
Lesson Planning
Cultural Immersion
Travel
Politics/Government
Cooking
Cat Mom
A Good Book
Swimming