APRIL TALOTTA
Orange County Public Schools
Windermere,FL
28
Years of experience
Managed education-focused instruction using active learning techniques including online learning tools to communicate complex business lessons and maintain student engagement through positive reinforcement and enthusiasm.
Work History
1st, 2nd, 5th and 6th Grade Instructor
7 Years 9 Months- Facilitated all core curriculum with online learning tools
- Utilized Canvas LMS for instructional lesson delivery and activities.
- Students under my instruction consistently scored better than County wide testing averages.
- Developed curriculum appropriate projects for additional student content engagement.
- Actively tutored students.
- Implemented diverse teaching strategies to accommodate varying learning styles.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
- Analyzed student performance data to drive curriculum adjustments and improvements.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
Technology K-5 Instructor
2 Years- Monitor software progress for entire school population of approximately 1,030 students in grades K-8 software applications including most recent version of i-Ready Math and Reading.
- Key Accomplishments:
- Supervised and motivated K-5 student weekly computer software usage for approximately 750 students.
- Maintained student grade data and parental communication.
- Developed, designed, and electronically distributed school newsletter for parental involvement.
- Organized and advised student computer club of approximately 25 students including the use of computer programming coding and web page design lessons.
Math 5th Grade Instructor
1 Year- Instructed an average of 20 students per class for Business, Sales, and Marketing (typically 6-8 hours per day). Selected as pilot faculty member to write and deliver online learning modules, one of first teachers to apply Blackboard learning platform in classroom in synchronous and asynchronous situations.
- Key Accomplishments:
- Initiated and promoted effective student organization: American Marketing Association.
- Created complete business, marketing, and sales curriculum from inception, developing dynamic multimedia lesson plans with hands-on simulations for active learning.
- Demonstrated exemplary work ethic and dedication in fulfilling professional responsibilities.
- Previous positions include Bi-Lingual International Sales Representative – Latin American Territory for Black Box Corporation.
Adjunct Business Administration Instructor
3 Years- Designed and facilitated professional development modules, offered insightful strategic recommendations on curriculum and accreditation requirements development. Taught approximately 20 students per class for Intro to Business, Principles of Marketing, Sales and Customer Service, Advertising, E-Commerce, International Business, Database Applications, as well as Microsoft Office classes for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Key Accomplishments:
- Successfully retained students throughout semester in support of the overall goal of the school through communication and outreach. Provided mentorship to those students interested in continuing their education.
- Required students to closely consider and plan for gainful employment post-graduation resulting in high numbers of employed and prepared students.
- Selected to represent Business Department on Faculty Advisory Committee to ensure inter-departmental communication and shared strategies to overcome and/or assist in common faculty objectives and mission.
Assistant Director of Education
2 Years- Facilitated curriculum with online learning tools
- Utilized Canvas LMS for instructional lesson delivery and activities.
- Students under my instruction consistently scored better than County wide testing averages.
- Developed curriculum appropriate projects for additional student content engagement.
- Actively tutored students.
- Implemented diverse teaching strategies to accommodate varying learning styles.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
- Analyzed student performance data to drive curriculum adjustments and improvements.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
Business Administration Instructor
6 Years- Facilitated curriculum with online learning tools and activities.
- Utilized Canvas LMS for instructional lesson delivery and activities.
- Students under my instruction consistently scored better than County wide testing averages.
- Developed curriculum appropriate projects for additional student content engagement.
- Actively tutored students.
- Implemented diverse teaching strategies to accommodate varying learning styles.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
- Analyzed student performance data to drive curriculum adjustments and improvements.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
Education
Professional Educator Certificate - Elementary Education K-6
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Master of Business Administration
- Spanish Translation Certification
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Skills
Active Learning Classroom
Curriculum Development
Online Learning Tools
School/Classroom Retention
ESOL endorsed
Teacher Evaluations
E-Commerce
MS Office
Use of Blackboard for synchronous and asynchronous instruction
Cultural Sensitivity
Learning Objectives
Timeline
1st, 2nd, 5th and 6th Grade Instructor
Orange County Public Schools
01.2019 - CurrentRead More
Technology K-5 Instructor
Renaissance Charter School
01.2017 - 01.2019Read More
Math 5th Grade Instructor
Renaissance Charter School K-8
01.2016 - 01.2017Read More
Adjunct Business Administration Instructor
Pittsburgh Technical Institute
01.2008 - 01.2011Read More
Assistant Director of Education
Kaplan Career Institute
01.2005 - 01.2007Read More
Business Administration Instructor
Pittsburgh Technical College
01.1999 - 01.2005Read More
Penn State University
Bachelor of Science from Elementary Education
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Chatham University
Master of Business Administration
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State of Florida Department of Education
Professional Educator Certificate from Elementary Education K-6
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University of Pittsburgh
from Spanish Translation Certification
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