Blair Burden
Palm Bay
Summary
Innovative educator in middle school teaching, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in curriculum development, classroom management, and student engagement techniques. Excel in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to foster educational environments where students thrive.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
6th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Meadowlane Intermediate
West Melbourne
08.2019 - Current
- 6th Grade Team Lead
- National Elementary Honor Society Lead Sponsor
- Safety Patrol Lead
- Attended DOE Writing Rubric calibration in Tallahassee, Florida
- Evaluated student performance using rubrics and other standardized assessments.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of each student.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques throughout lessons.
- Assessed student progress using various methods such as quizzes, tests, and other forms of assessment.
- Engaged parents in their child's educational journey by communicating frequently about their progress.
- Organized field trips related to language arts topics for enhanced learning experiences.
Title 1 Coordinator
Columbia Elementary School
Palm Bay
08.2012 - 05.2019
- Maintained schools' Title I documentation
- ESOL Contact
- Gifted Teacher
- Provided small group instruction to the lowest 25% of groups in grades K-6
- Developed and implemented comprehensive professional development programs.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Coordinated professional development activities for school staff members.
- Participated in professional development opportunities for continued growth.
- Attended mandatory coaching clinics for professional development opportunities.
- Directed staff training sessions to foster professional development.
Education
Master of Science - Reading
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12-2016
Elementary Education
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL12-2008
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Differentiated instruction
- Student assessment
- Classroom management
- Instructional technology
- Team leadership
- Parent engagement
- Professional development
Accomplishments
- Received recognition as being a "Heart of Brevard" nominee
Certification
- Reading Endorsed
- ESOL Endorsed
- Gifted Endorsed
Languages
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
6th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Meadowlane Intermediate
08.2019 - Current
Title 1 Coordinator
Columbia Elementary School
08.2012 - 05.2019
Master of Science - Reading
Grand Canyon University
Elementary Education
University of Central Florida
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