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Work History
Education
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Volunteer Experience
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Andrea Turner

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
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.
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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

University of Southern Maine

Masters of Science - Human Services Drug/Alcohol Counseling

Post University, Connecticut

Teaching Certificate -

  • State of Florida Grades PreK-3
  • K-6
  • ELA 6-12
  • ESOL Certification
  • Gifted Certification
  • ESE Certification

No Degree -

Various Colleges

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,

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