Cecilia Dunand
Parkland,FL
Summary
Accomplished and dedicated early childhood educator with over a decade of experience in diverse educational settings. Specializes in Montessori education and gifted student instruction, with a strong background in curriculum development and educational leadership. Proven ability to foster a supportive and engaging learning environment, effectively communicate with parents, and lead educational teams to achieve institutional goals. Holds a Master of Education in Educational Leadership and multiple endorsements, demonstrating a commitment to professional growth and excellence in teaching.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Grade3 Teacher
Saint Andrews Episcopal School
08.2024 - Current
- Served on various committees that contributed to overall school improvement efforts including curriculum development, safety initiatives, and extracurricular programs.
- Established a positive classroom culture by promoting respect, responsibility, and mutual support among students.
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities in lesson plans.
- Provided ongoing feedback to students on their progress, helping them set achievable goals for academic improvement.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
3rd Grade Gifted High Achiever Teacher
Park Trails Elementary
08.2022 - 07.2024
- Plans and implements a program of instruction adhering to the company’s philosophy, goals, and objectives
- Reviews students' records to develop a foundation of understanding regarding each student’s abilities/needs
- Conducts data chats, manages 3rd-grade portfolios, and leads the curriculum for 3rd grade
- Organizes and facilitates all team meetings
- Delegates core tasks for equal distribution among team members
- Runs the After School Tutoring program for FAST testing
Kindergarten and 1st Grade Montessori Teacher / Team Leader
Virginia Shuman Young Montessori Elementary School
08.2020 - 07.2022
- Educated children ages 5-7 using the Montessori method
- Developed and implemented new lessons and instructional programs for the classroom
- Organized and facilitated team meetings
- Communicated with parents regarding child progress and development
- Led open houses and school events
3rd Grade Teacher (All Subjects) / Team Lead
Franklin Academy Pembroke Pines K-12
08.2019 - 07.2020
- Planned and implemented a program of instruction adhering to the company’s philosophy, goals, and objectives
- Reviewed students' records to develop a foundation of understanding regarding each student’s abilities/needs
- Conducted data chats, managed 3rd-grade portfolios, and led the curriculum for 3rd grade
- Organized and facilitated all team meetings
- Delegated core tasks for equal distribution among team members
- Extended support and encouragement to new members of the course/team
3rd Grade Teacher (ELA and Social Studies)
Renaissance Charter School at Pines (CSUSA)
08.2016 - 07.2019
- Planned and implemented a program of instruction adhering to the company’s philosophy, goals, and objectives
- Created purposeful and appropriate lesson plans which provided for effective teaching strategies and maximized task time
- Maintained accurate and complete student records
FSA Camp Leader
02.2019 - 04.2019
- Created and managed 3-5 FSA Camp Math, Writing, and Reading
Director
Small World Montessori School
07.2014 - 07.2016
- Responsible for the administrative success of all programs and coordinated school events
- Coordinated scheduling of, and attended, all required school functions and activities
- Worked with Early Childhood Coalition (ELC), such as School Readiness and VPK Attendance, VPK Long Forms, etc
Lead Teacher / Co-Director
Small World Montessori School
09.2011 - 07.2014
- Worked with Early Learning Coalition forms (ELC) such as School Readiness and VPK Attendance, VPK Long Forms, and Transfer Requests
- Educated children ages 3-6 via Montessori method
- Performed school director duties as required
- Developed new lessons and instructional programs for the classroom
- Led open houses and communicated with parents on child progress and development
- Led school Camp Director
Lead Teacher 2
Von Wedel Montessori
07.2010 - 06.2011
- Educated children ages 3-6 via Montessori method
- Assisted the directress teacher
- Developed new lessons and instructional programs for the classroom
- Performed administrative tasks as required
- Led planning and coordination of group activities for children
Education
Master of Education - Educational Leadership
University of West Florida
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education, Child Development
Florida International University
Miami, FLSkills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Skilled early childhood educator specializing in Montessori
- Effective skills in communicating information to parents about child development
- Able to work in a family-oriented program
- Skilled in driving the social and emotional development of kids
- Curriculum development
- Evaluations/assessments of progress
- Skilled in emphasizing language growth and linguistic abilities
- Skilled in working with children and people from diverse cultural backgrounds
- Excellent supervisory and leadership abilities
- Collaborative teaching
- Data-driven instruction
Certification
- 45 Hours DCF Certificate
- American Montessori Society (AMS) - Montessori Certificate
- Early Childhood Education - Administrator College Credit Certificate
- Staff Credential
- Directors Credential
- Reading Endorsement
- Gifted Endorsement
- ESOL Endorsement
- Teaching Certificate (Preschool-3)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Grade3 Teacher
Saint Andrews Episcopal School
08.2024 - Current
3rd Grade Gifted High Achiever Teacher
Park Trails Elementary
08.2022 - 07.2024
Kindergarten and 1st Grade Montessori Teacher / Team Leader
Virginia Shuman Young Montessori Elementary School
08.2020 - 07.2022
3rd Grade Teacher (All Subjects) / Team Lead
Franklin Academy Pembroke Pines K-12
08.2019 - 07.2020
FSA Camp Leader
02.2019 - 04.2019
3rd Grade Teacher (ELA and Social Studies)
Renaissance Charter School at Pines (CSUSA)
08.2016 - 07.2019
Director
Small World Montessori School
07.2014 - 07.2016
Lead Teacher / Co-Director
Small World Montessori School
09.2011 - 07.2014
Lead Teacher 2
Von Wedel Montessori
07.2010 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education, Child Development
Florida International University
- 45 Hours DCF Certificate
- American Montessori Society (AMS) - Montessori Certificate
- Early Childhood Education - Administrator College Credit Certificate
- Staff Credential
- Directors Credential
- Reading Endorsement
- Gifted Endorsement
- ESOL Endorsement
- Teaching Certificate (Preschool-3)
Master of Education - Educational Leadership
University of West Florida
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