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Brandi Conant

Cocoa

Summary

Motivated Elementary School Teacher with experience guiding students with proven teaching methods and positive interactions. Enthusiastic about helping students understand subject materials and educating on social and general learning skills. Kind and caring attitude when communicating with children.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Elementary School Teacher

Brevard Public Schools
Cocoa
11.2009 - Current
  • Facilitated small group activities to support individualized instruction.
  • Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
  • Created classroom environment that was conducive to learning, including establishing rules and procedures.
  • Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
  • Assessed students' progress through formal and informal tests, quizzes, assignments, and observations.
  • Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
  • Created customized grading rubrics powerful assessment tools.
  • Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods.
  • Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
  • Integrated character education into the curriculum to promote social and emotional learning.
  • Coordinated with special education staff to support students with special needs.
  • Utilized educational technology to enhance teaching and learning experiences.
  • Integrated literature into classroom lessons whenever possible.
  • Maintained accurate and comprehensive records of student performance and attendance.
  • Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and concerns.
  • Explored foundational learning concepts with students through hands-on activities, videos, and class discussions.
  • Partnered with parents to maintain open communication, advise on available resources and build parental abilities necessary for student support.
  • Created safe, nurturing environment of trust and respect.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance and grades.
  • Assessed student learning through varied formative and summative assessments.
  • Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
  • Instructed students in standardized subjects as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character.
  • Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
  • Organized and supervised class projects, field trips, and guest speaker events.
  • Met regularly with administrators regarding student discipline issues.
  • Monitored student behavior and implemented interventions when necessary.
  • Utilized technology to enhance teaching methods and student engagement.

Waitress

Grills Seafood
Port Canaveral
08.2000 - 04.2010
  • Checked back with customers throughout meal service to ensure satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of orders.
  • Took orders for food and drinks and delivered them to guests.
  • Enforced safety guidelines for employees and patrons of the restaurant.
  • Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients, and preparation methods.
  • Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
  • Trained new employees to perform duties.
  • Answered questions about menu items, ingredients, and pricing.
  • Utilized POS system to total meal costs and add taxes for final bill calculation.
  • Prepared checks accurately and processed payments promptly.
  • Organized take-out orders efficiently according to customer requests.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Education

University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL
05-2009

Skills

  • Lesson planning
  • Student assessment
  • Classroom management
  • Educational technology
  • Special education collaboration
  • Parent communication
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Team building
  • Conflict resolution
  • Multitasking and organization

Affiliations

  • Social Studies contact for the school
  • Spelling Bee Coordinator
  • Superintendent Advisory Council
  • Team Lead
  • Helped with Interviewing while being the Title 1 Teacher

Certification

  • Elementary Education: Grades K-6
  • Reading Endorsement
  • English Speakers of Other Languages Endorsement
  • Exceptional Student Education: Grades K-12

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Elementary School Teacher

Brevard Public Schools
11.2009 - Current

Waitress

Grills Seafood
08.2000 - 04.2010

Bachelor of Science - Education

University of Central Florida
Brandi Conant