Andrea Turner
Deerfield Beach,FL
Summary
Proven business leader in the field of education with over eight years experience as a successful entrepreneur and business owner. Compassionate, creative and effective educator with extensive experience teaching all ages and cultures. Proactive problem solver and decision-maker, capable of navigating challenges and adapting to everchanging situations both in and out of the classroom. Committed to performing independently or as a member of a teaching team to ensure that personalized needs of a student are met.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
North Broward Academy Of Excellence
Lauderhill, FL
11.2023 - Current
- Specialized in whole group instruction followed by small group rotations to focus on emotional well-being and academic growth for 55 students.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
Business Owner/CEO
Sage Schooling, LLC.
Broward County, FL
01.2014 - Current
- Highly experienced, certified teacher with strong background in grades pre-k through college, all subject areas.
- ESE and ESOL certified.
- Successfully teach and facilitate learning for a pod of 10+ children in a private, homeschool environment.
- Provide consultation for private schools to review and advise on issues of curriculum and implementation of extracurricular programs.
- Carry a load of at least 20 students to homeschool, tutor privately, or provide ESE/IEP interventions and consultations, as well as executive functioning.
Director of Recruiters
BeHired Healthcare, Inc.
Coral Springs, FL
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Sourced and attracted viable candidates by using databases, social media, advertising methods, etc.
- Conducted interviews and vetted candidates (doctors, nurses, and therapists) for open positions.
- Onboarded, trained and supported new employees in order to become fully integrated into the company.
- Facilitated the offer process by extending the offer and negotiating employment terms with all healthcare professionals.
Lead Teacher
Imagine Broward/Coral Springs Charter School
Coral Springs, FL
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Demonstrated the innate ability to remain calm and effectively manage up to 140 students in various challenging situations or crises within the classroom
- Designed and delivered curriculum from 2nd grade to 9th grade tailored to students' individual learning needs, ensuring maximum comprehension and skill development in all subjects
- Strong focus on small groups in order to bring all students to grade level
- Implemented creative and interactive teaching techniques, focusing heavily on project-based learning to enhance students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Addictions Counselor/Admissions
Satori Waters
Fort Lauderdale, FL
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Addictions counselor with experience providing comprehensive substance abuse treatment and counseling services to also include wrap-around options for outpatient treatment.
- Led individual and group counseling sessions to address addiction-related issues, including substance dependency, co-occurring disorders, and family dynamics.
- Utilized evidence-based therapeutic techniques, such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI), to facilitate recovery and relapse prevention.
- Formulated client treatment plans for discharge while also providing education to clients on how to follow up with treatment once discharged from the program.
Book Editor
Independent Consultant
Coral Springs, FL
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Edited author's works to improve grammar, punctuation, and overall style of writing.
- Worked with marketing teams to promote books by submitting content for both print/online announcements.
- Verified facts cited in material for publication.
- Attended meetings to review book schedules and discuss potential issues.
- Published editor for several books.
Assistant Executive Director
United Way
Maine
01.2004 - 01.2008
- Carried out the programs, goals, objectives, policies and decisions formulated by the Board of Directors to address and impact the education, health and income needs of people
- Developed and implemented a year-round resource development strategy, including a master campaign plan ensuring proper accountability and accurate reporting
- Developed further partnerships with provider organizations, other community funders and the business community to further the mission and goals of the United Way and improve the overall community well-being
- Developed managed and effectively involved volunteers to assist the United Way in addressing and impacting the education, health and income needs of people in the community.
Lead Teacher - Special Needs Classroom
Bonneville Elementary
Utah
08.2002 - 06.2004
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth while ensuring opportunities and possibilities of inclusion when available.
- Established positive relationships with parents and regular education teachers through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and in the classrooms.
- Supported students in developing social skills and communication through structured activities, positive reinforcement and communication techniques such as sign language and PECS.
- Collaborate and lead development team to write IEPs for each student that would be implemented and carried out throughout the year.
Education
B.A. - Social Work
Masters of Science - Human Services Drug/Alcohol Counseling
Teaching Certificate -
- State of Florida Grades PreK-3
- K-6
- ELA 6-12
- ESOL Certification
- Gifted Certification
- ESE Certification
No Degree -
Continuing Education for ESE, Gifted, ESOL and teacher recertification
Skills
- ESE support and testing
- Lesson Planning
- Leadership and Communication Skills
- Classroom Management
Volunteer Experience
Numerous non-profit agencies, 1994 - present
Timeline
Lead Teacher - North Broward Academy Of Excellence
11.2023 - Current
Director of Recruiters - BeHired Healthcare, Inc.
01.2019 - 01.2022
Lead Teacher - Imagine Broward/Coral Springs Charter School
01.2015 - 01.2019
Business Owner/CEO - Sage Schooling, LLC.
01.2014 - Current
Addictions Counselor/Admissions - Satori Waters
01.2012 - 01.2015
Book Editor - Independent Consultant
01.2011 - 01.2015
Assistant Executive Director - United Way
01.2004 - 01.2008
Lead Teacher - Special Needs Classroom - Bonneville Elementary
08.2002 - 06.2004
University of Southern Maine - B.A., Social Work
Post University, Connecticut - Masters of Science, Human Services Drug/Alcohol Counseling
- Teaching Certificate,
Various Colleges - No Degree,