Hi, I’m
Brenda Roy
Educator
Port Orange,FL
Summary
Dedicated Educator experienced in creating and fostering learning environments for students to raise confidence and expand knowledge base. Dedicated to monitoring students' progress and ensuring each meets goals within pre-determined timespan.
Overview
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Volusia County School DistrictPort Orange, FL
Educator
08.1994 - Current
Job overview
- Modifies lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Assesses student performance and provides feedback to facilitate student success.
- Schedules conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Meets regularly with team of core teachers to discuss best practices and reward systems for 140+ students.
- Collaborates with administrators to develop school-wide initiatives to promote academic excellence.
- Participates and actively engages in PLC meetings to provide input about curriculum and progress monitoring data.
- Increases educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Served on textbook committee to assist with decision-making in textbook adoption.
VUE/VCSDaytona Beach, FL
Volusia United Educators Staff and Faculty Steward
08.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Interprets and advises on contract policies and previously negotiated agreements.
- Completes in-depth investigations into issues pertaining to discipline and grievance management and recommended strategies.
- Spearheaded ratification of current instructional contract.
- Mediates discussions between administration and teachers in attempt to reconcile differences.
- Exercises leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Disseminates and clarifies union communication to staff and faculty.
Education
St. John's UniversityJamaica, NY
Master of Science from Secondary Education
05.1993
University Overview
- Professional Development: Stutent Tutoring
- Graduate Assistantship
State University of New York At AlbanyAlbany, NY
Bachelor of Arts from English
05.1989
Licenses & Certifications
University Overview
- English 6-12; Gifted Endorsement; ESOL Endorsement; Middle School Endorsement
Skills
- Middle School Education
- Student Records Management
- Lesson Planning
- Student Interaction
- Positive Learning Environment
- Data Analysis
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Classroom management
- Educational Software Professional Development
- Positive Student Engagement
- Instructional Materials Creation
- Team Teaching and Collaboration
- Classroom Technology Implementation
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of four teachers in the development of a student academic team
- Documented and resolved union issues which led to faculty solidarity.
- Volusia United Educator Steward for faculty and staff for the past three years.
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Volusia United Educators Staff and Faculty Steward
VUE/VCS
08.2020 - Current
Educator
Volusia County School District
08.1994 - Current
St. John's University
Master of Science from Secondary Education
State University of New York At Albany
Bachelor of Arts from English
Licenses & Certifications
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