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BRITTANY BLANDON

Pembroke Pines,FL

Summary

Passionate, Dedicated Teacher with 5+ years of experience and a proven knowledge of classroom management, lesson planning, test preparation and childhood education. With extensive experience and knowledge in elementary education, I seek to obtain a teaching position which combines my work experiences to further develop my skills as an educator. Goal-oriented Drama Teacher enthusiastic about teaching communication through body language and performance. Distinct expertise gained during 5-year career. Experience providing opportunities for student expression using spoken, written, performative and digital forms of communication. Consistently recognized for inspiring student-centered approach.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Middle School Drama Teacher

Franklin Academy Charter School K-12 Campus
08.2024 - 06.2025
  • Produced and directed annual school plays and One Acts, overseeing all aspects of production, including casting, rehearsals, set design, lighting, and costumes
  • Supervised students during rehearsals to provide direction to students during practice sessions.
  • Scheduled shows and performances in accordance with school calendar.
  • Incorporated student interests and experiences to make learning relevant and meaningful.
  • Managed classroom behavior to establish and maintain clear classroom behavior and discipline expectations.
  • Held afterschool meetings and rehearsals in preparation for shows.
  • Fostered love for art and learning to inspire students to pursue passions and interests.
  • Actively communicated with parents through meetings, emails, and newsletters to keep them informed about students' progress, upcoming performances, and opportunities for involvement.
  • Gathered display materials and distributed programs for shows and performances.
  • Evaluated and graded students' class work, performances, projects, assignments and papers.
  • Modeled creative acting styles and techniques encompassing varied history genres and performance
  • Helped students develop leadership skills by assigning roles such as stage manager, props coordinator, and costume designer during school performances Techniques.
  • Planned lessons to reflect group and individual student needs utilizing creative instruction.
  • Led students in theatre games to promote creativity, build confidence, and encourage teamwork, fostering an engaging and positive learning environment.
  • Incorporated technology into the classroom, using Google Slides, video clips, and other digital resources to teach theatre concepts and support diverse learning styles.
  • Developed and delivered a well-rounded drama curriculum, teaching acting skills, improvisation, stage presence, and voice training to students in grades 6-8.
  • Planned and organized a highly successful field trip for Theatre students to attend live musicals, enhancing their understanding of professional theatre and providing real-world exposure to performances.
  • Promoted inclusivity by ensuring that all students, regardless of ability, had the opportunity to participate in drama activities and school performances.
  • Created a collaborative and supportive classroom culture where students felt safe to express themselves and explore new skills.
  • Managed student performances, helping them take ownership of their roles, from script analysis and character development to final performance.

Second Grade Teacher

Franklin Academy Charter School K-12
01.2024 - 06.2024
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
  • Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
  • Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
  • Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
  • Developed and implemented daily lesson plans in alignment with state standards for Math, Reading, Science, and Social Studies.
  • Taught foundational math concepts, including place value, addition and subtraction (up to 100), and introduction to multiplication.
  • Fostered reading comprehension through engaging activities, including guided reading groups, phonics instruction, and fluency practice.
  • Integrated writing workshops, helping students develop their skills in narrative writing, opinion pieces, and informational texts.
  • Organized and led student projects that incorporated critical thinking, collaboration, and real-world problem-solving.
  • Maintained open communication with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on student progress through conferences, emails, and newsletters.
  • Actively participated in professional development workshops and collaborative teaching teams to enhance instructional strategies.

Kindergarten Teacher

Franklin Academy Charter School K-12
08.2023 - 01.2024
  • Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
  • Applied evidence-based practices for classroom management to enhance learning results.
  • Created, managed, and participated in variety of learning environments and activities to support opportunities for students to develop full potential and achieve learning objectives.
  • Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
  • Reported to parents and administration about student progress.
  • Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
  • Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
  • Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.
  • Played games with students to increase understanding of subjects.
  • Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature, and handwriting.
  • Arranged parent-teacher conferences to address student progress and collaboratively set goals for areas of improvement.
  • Created and supervised variety of hands-on learning activities for fun and engagement.
  • Kept accurate documents about student progress for school and parent records.
  • Helped struggling students by motivating and encouraging kids to reach full potential.
  • Established and maintained consistent classroom rules and expectations for obedience.
  • Delegated tasks to teacher assistants and school volunteers.
  • Collaborated in planning, organizing and implementing instructional programs to facilitate academic, intellectual, and social development.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create and use enhanced technology and smart boards.
  • Taught sight words to enhance students' early reading skills, enabling them to improve fluency and comprehension.
  • Introduced sky writing techniques to promote letter formation and fine motor development in early learners.
  • Instructed students in CVC (consonant-vowel-consonant) words to improve phonemic awareness and reading proficiency.
  • Led interactive number recognition and counting activities, helping students master numbers 1–20 and build a solid foundation for math skills.
  • Facilitated basic addition and subtraction exercises, laying the groundwork for arithmetic operations and number sense.
  • Taught geometric concepts, including shapes and patterns, to encourage spatial awareness and critical thinking.
  • Introduced social studies concepts by helping students explore the importance of families and communities, fostering a sense of belonging and social responsibility.
  • Taught students about citizenship and its importance, encouraging respectful behavior, cooperation, and active participation in their school community.
  • Led lessons on symbols (e.g., national flags, holidays) to develop students' understanding of cultural and national identity.
  • Introduced basic geography concepts, teaching students to recognize maps and understand the relationship between different locations.
  • Helped students begin to understand the concept of time by discussing the past and how things change over time, using age-appropriate examples like family history and traditions.
  • Guided students through an exploration of the world around them, encouraging curiosity about different cultures and environments.

Second Grade Teacher

Franklin Academy Charter School K-12
08.2022 - 06.2023
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
  • Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
  • Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning.
  • Sourced supplies to fill gaps in student activities.
  • Scheduled and directed field trips and hands-on activities to foster student learning and creativity.
  • Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
  • Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
  • Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
  • Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
  • Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.

Second Grade Classroom Teacher

Franklin Academy Charter School K-12
08.2021 - 06.2022
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
  • Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
  • Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
  • Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
  • Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings, and meet learning needs.
  • Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
  • Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
  • Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
  • Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.

Fourth Grade ELA,S.S., Writing Teacher

Franklin Academy Charter School K-12
08.2020 - 06.2021
  • Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
  • Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
  • Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to keep parents informed of student progress
  • Proactively communicated with parents via telephone calls, notes, and e-mail to acknowledge excellent work or areas of concern
  • Maintained excellent classroom management skills and ability to keep students focused on task at hand
  • Participated actively in weekly faculty meetings as well as continuing education workshops, Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement
  • Evaluated and graded students' essays, projects and exams.
  • Employed visual and auditory approaches to make lessons more interesting and interactive for students.
  • Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
  • Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
  • Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.

Fifth Grade Math and Science Teacher

Franklin Academy Charter School K-12
01.2020 - 06.2020
  • Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
  • Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
  • Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
  • Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level
  • Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments
  • · Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives
  • · Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level
  • · Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social and emotional growth
  • · Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance
  • · Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children
  • · Scheduled Conferences with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior
  • · Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
  • Collaborated with specialists to meet needs of ESE and ESOL students requiring extra support.

Substitute Teacher

Franklin Academy Charter School K-12
09.2019 - 01.2020
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts
  • Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping
  • Taught diverse subjects for grades K-8, successfully delivering seamless teaching in absence of regular teacher
  • Praised for dedication, reliability, organization and effectiveness as one of school district's most in- demand substitutes
  • Filled in for permanent teachers at a moment's notice; closely adhered to lesson plans; and kept students motivated, engaged and focused
  • Guide students through planned activities and tend to their physical needs
  • Maintained effective classroom management strategies and applied advanced teaching capabilities in all subject areas
  • Determined appropriate consequences for inappropriate student behavior and write a report for teacher about the classes events.

Child Caregiver

David Posnack JCC
06.2016 - 08.2019
  • Provided nurture, support, and inclusive approach to all children
  • Maintained the neatness of children which includes: diapering, hand washing and change of clothes
  • Communicate with parents on a daily basis
  • Served snacks to children and monitored throughout snack time
  • Cleaned play and snack area at closing time
  • Read to children & teach them simple crafts and songs
  • Assisted children with school homework/coursework
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands and share by leading by example
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs
  • Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning
  • Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills, including creating paintings, drawings, paper crafts and decorations
  • Cared for children ages newborn to 5 years old in nurturing and age-appropriate way
  • Selected appropriate stories based on ages of children and teachable moments, read to groups and promoted discussions based on content
  • Set and enforced rules to maintain children's safety and created welcoming, caring environments for all children
  • Consulted with families to discuss activities and behaviors of each child.

First Grade After SCHOOL COUNSELOR

David Posnack JCC
11.2015 - 06.2016
  • Assisted Children in completing Homework
  • Planned and Conducted outdoor/indoor activities to help children learn new skills
  • Maintained discipline among children and taking action for their behaviors
  • Provided a safe and fun environment for children
  • Made sure each child was given nutritious snacks upon entering the after-school Program
  • Communicated with parents on a daily basis
  • Worked cooperatively with school staff and counselors
  • Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills, including creating paintings, drawings, paper crafts and decorations
  • Kept areas clean, organized and stocked, and sanitized surfaces and toys.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Theater Arts

University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL
05.2019

Associate of Arts -

Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FL
05.2016

Skills

  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Computer Proficiency in Microsoft Office platforms
  • Knowledge of Google Classroom, Google Slides, Zoom, Google Meets, Powerschool software, Class Dojo, Google Docs, PlanBook, Managebac,Clever, Magic School Ai, Canva
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Organization Skills
  • Critical thinking
  • Time management
  • Tutoring
  • Effective Communication Skills
  • Positive Student Engagement
  • Creativity
  • Organizational Skills
  • Theatre Instruction
  • Curriculum Development
  • Field Trip Planning:
  • Technology Integration
  • Stage Management
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Improv & Theatre Games
  • Classroom Management
  • Creativity and artistic expression
  • Relationship building
  • Multitasking
  • Lesson planning
  • Data-Driven Instruction (using formative and summative assessments)
  • Effective Communication with Parents and Colleagues
  • Collaborative Team Member

Certification

  • FLDOE Statement of Eligibility ( Pending)
  • Drama K-12 Education


Additional Information

References available upon request

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Middle School Drama Teacher

Franklin Academy Charter School K-12 Campus
08.2024 - 06.2025

Second Grade Teacher

Franklin Academy Charter School K-12
01.2024 - 06.2024

Kindergarten Teacher

Franklin Academy Charter School K-12
08.2023 - 01.2024

Second Grade Teacher

Franklin Academy Charter School K-12
08.2022 - 06.2023

Second Grade Classroom Teacher

Franklin Academy Charter School K-12
08.2021 - 06.2022

Fourth Grade ELA,S.S., Writing Teacher

Franklin Academy Charter School K-12
08.2020 - 06.2021

Fifth Grade Math and Science Teacher

Franklin Academy Charter School K-12
01.2020 - 06.2020

Substitute Teacher

Franklin Academy Charter School K-12
09.2019 - 01.2020

Child Caregiver

David Posnack JCC
06.2016 - 08.2019

First Grade After SCHOOL COUNSELOR

David Posnack JCC
11.2015 - 06.2016

Associate of Arts -

Broward College

Bachelor of Arts - Theater Arts

University of Central Florida

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