Bernadine L. Woods
Miami Gardens
Summary
Experienced in implementing a core Reading curriculum as a Reading Coach for two years. Successfully assisted peers in utilizing research-based reading programs at the school level. Provided professional development to support direct instruction for low-performing learners. With 28 years of teaching experience, worked with students ranging from First to Fifth grade, as well as ELL (English Language Learners), Gifted students, and ELL adults in night school. Responsible for planning and coordinating tutorial and summer programs specifically designed for low-performing learners.
Professional educator with deep expertise in curriculum development and instructional design. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Skilled in creating engaging, standards-aligned educational content, implementing effective teaching strategies, and utilizing data-driven assessments. Reliable and flexible, ensuring high standards and impactful outcomes.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Curriculum Specialist
Miami Children's Museum
09.2023 - Current
- Currently working as the Curriculum Specialist for the Museum’s S.M.A.R.T
- Aftercare program
- My duties include planning, instruction, & disaggregation of data
- In addition, I supervise five certified teachers at different elementary schools who provide differentiated literacy instruction for struggling learners
ESOL Teacher
Miami Beach Adult and Community Education Center
09.2023 - Current
- Currently working as an ESOL Teacher for adults in night school
- My duties include planning, instruction, & disaggregation of data
Fourth Grade Teacher
Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/SKYWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2016 - 08.2024
- Currently working as a Fourth Grade Teacher (2016-2024)
- In addition, I serve on the Safety and Discipline committee and supervise the students after school each day
- As the classroom teacher, my duties include planning, instruction, & disaggregation of data
- I was also the Certified Teacher for the Miami Children’s Museum Afterschool program (8/2016 – 8/2023)
- I was responsible for implementing and facilitating on-site Differentiated Literacy Instruction (DLI) for students in need of services to improve reading skills
Site Coordinator
FLORIDA EDUCATION FUND CodeMasters Summer Camp
06.2022 - 07.2022
- During the summer, I served as the Site Coordinator for an intensive Coding Camp
- My responsibilities included teaching college planning and entrepreneurship lessons to develop a sample business plan
- In addition, I was responsible for student’s attendance, implementation of field trips, and recording/submitting staff time on a weekly basis
Third Grade Teacher
LAKE STEVENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
06.2006 - 06.2016
- Worked as a Third Grade Teacher (2014-2016)
- I’ve taught Second grade (2012-2014) and English for Speakers of Other Languages (2010-2012) for two years each and taught Fifth grade for four years (2006-2010)
- In addition, I was the Grade Level Chairperson for one year while in Fifth grade and both years in Third
- I’ve served on the Safety and Discipline committees at various times during my employment
- I was the Pep Squad Chairperson for two years (2008-2010); as well as the Activities coordinator for one year
- My duties included planning, instruction, & disaggregation of data
- As the English for Speakers of Other Languages teacher, I was responsible for updating records, testing students, co-teaching with my colleagues, and ensuring the highest level of differentiated instruction for the students in the program to become proficient English learners
Reading First Reading Coach
MYRTLE GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2004 - 06.2006
- Worked as the Reading First Reading Coach under the No Child Left Behind Act
- Coordinated, implemented, and administered various state required assessments for all students in grades kindergarten through third
- In addition, attended regularly scheduled (monthly or quarterly) professional development inservices to share with administration and staff
- Provided on-going parental involvement activities to actively involve them in their children’s reading improvement
Fourth Grade Teacher
ERNEST R GRAHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
09.1997 - 07.2004
- Worked as a Fourth Grade Teacher
- In addition, I was Technology Co-Ambassador for the Fourth Grade Team
- Responsibilities included attending curriculum team meetings and reporting to the grade level
- I served on the 2003-2004 Nominating Committee for various positions available at the school site
- I was the Tutorial Coordinator during the last two years of service, and I provided Extra Curriculum Support before and after school
Education
Master of Science - Instructional Design & Technology
St. Thomas University
Miami, Florida05.2024
Master of Science - Guidance and Counseling
St. Thomas University
Miami, Florida12.2013
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Florida Memorial University
Miami, Florida05.1997
Skills
- Standards alignment
- Teaching strategies
- Training facilitation
- Educational technology
- Subject matter expertise
- Instructional materials
- Student engagement
- Educational leadership
- Document management
- Student assessments
- Teacher training
- Progress tracking
Affiliations
- Member, Parent Teacher Association (Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/Skyway Elementary)
- Member, United Teacher of Miami-Dade
- Member, American Federation of Teachers
Professional Development
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Endorsement
Timeline
Curriculum Specialist
Miami Children's Museum
09.2023 - Current
ESOL Teacher
Miami Beach Adult and Community Education Center
09.2023 - Current
Site Coordinator
FLORIDA EDUCATION FUND CodeMasters Summer Camp
06.2022 - 07.2022
Fourth Grade Teacher
Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/SKYWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2016 - 08.2024
Third Grade Teacher
LAKE STEVENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
06.2006 - 06.2016
Reading First Reading Coach
MYRTLE GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2004 - 06.2006
Fourth Grade Teacher
ERNEST R GRAHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
09.1997 - 07.2004
Master of Science - Guidance and Counseling
St. Thomas University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Florida Memorial University
Master of Science - Instructional Design & Technology
St. Thomas University
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