SUSAN MINNEAR
Fort Pierce,FL
Summary
Passionate about empowering students to catch up academically and thrive. Expertise in supplemental teaching, student engagement, and special education. Proven track record preparing students for post-secondary education and careers. Fostering resilience, nurturing talent, and transforming lives of diverse backgrounds. Over 15 years of experience in Varying Exceptionalities. Committed to uplifting students from low-income backgrounds and challenging home environments. Dedicated to unlocking their untapped potential.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Broward County Public Schools
- Pioneered the STARS program, fostering student engagement and success in Broward County catholic schools.
St Colemans Catholic School
- Provided both pull-in and push-out instructional support to elementary and middle school students, tailoring educational experiences to individual needs. Spearheaded the innovative STARS program, demonstrating leadership and a proactive approach to enhancing student outcomes.
Varying Exceptionalities
Performance Based Preparatory Academy
01.2012 - 01.2025
- Deliver tailored instructional support to high school students, adeptly modifying lessons to cater to diverse learning needs. Championed student success by providing essential accommodations, facilitating co-taught classrooms, and offering in-depth breakdowns of lessons. Demonstrated a commitment to excellence and innovation, consistently going above and beyond to motivate students and enhance their academic experience.
- Provided individualized academic support for Exceptional student (ESE) students, facilitating IEP meetings and collaborating with general education teachers to ensure accommodations and services were implemented effectively. Served as a dedicated ESE support teacher and led ESOL testing and support for English Language Learners (ELLs). Actively contributed to school leadership and student life as a member of the Faculty Council, PBIS Committee, Student Council Supervisor, and Senior Class Advisor. Recognized for outstanding commitment to education with the teacher of the year (2023-2024) award.
Education
Master of Education - Varying Exceptionalities
Nova Southeastern University
Fort Lauderdale, FLBachelor of Special Education - SLD/EH
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FLSkills
- Supplemental Teaching: Provides additional instruction to reinforce learning concepts
- Lesson Planning: Crafts engaging and differentiated lesson plans tailored to student needs
- Teamwork: Collaborates efficiently with colleagues to enhance the learning environment
- Simultaneous Teach: Skillfully delivers instruction to students at varied levels within the same classroom setting
- Training: Adept at onboarding and mentoring new teachers, sharing best practices and insights
- Teaching Technologies: Proficient in platforms like Edgenuity, Teams, Canvas, Blackboard, and more
- ELS Endorsement: Certified expertise in English Language Skills, catering to a diverse student body
- Student Engagement: Uses innovative methods to ensure active student participation
Certification
- Elite Professional Certification in Varying Exceptionalities, 6/30/2025
- ESOL Endorsement (English for Speakers of Other Languages), 2025–2030
- Reading Endorsement, 2025–2030
Teacher of The Year (2023-2024)- Performance Based Preparatory Academy
I was honored to be voted Teacher of the Year (2023–2024) by my colleagues at Performance Based Preparatory Academy in recognition of my unwavering commitment to student success—particularly with English Language Learners (ELLs). This award reflected the positive outcomes I achieved through tailored instructional strategies, compassionate support, and strong collaboration with fellow educators to help ELL students thrive academically and personally.
Timeline
Varying Exceptionalities
Performance Based Preparatory Academy
01.2012 - 01.2025
Broward County Public Schools
St Colemans Catholic School
Bachelor of Special Education - SLD/EH
University of Central Florida
Master of Education - Varying Exceptionalities
Nova Southeastern University
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