Carmeline Williams
Tampa
Summary
Dedicated science educator with a proven track record of enhancing student performance, achieving a 14% increase in science proficiency school-wide. Spearheaded Saturday Academy pullouts, resulting in a 90% pass rate among participating students. Experienced in curriculum development and instructional leadership, fostering collaborative learning environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Subject Area Leader
Mann Middle School
Brandon
08.2024 - Current
- Currently teaching all the Advanced and Honors Classes for 8th grade
- Working with lunch and learners, tutoring, pull-outs for standards remediation and Saturday Academy lead for science at the school to increase science proficiency.
- As a result of the Saturday pullouts, 90% of students in the pullouts passed the test compared to ones that did not attend.
- Overall Science proficiency went up by 14% proficiency school wide on the 8th grade Science Test.
- Monitoring, planning and implementing engaging lessons for the 8th Grade team.
- Collaboration with Science Coach to oversee 7th grade classes running on a vacancy.
- Working with the Instructional Leadership team to analyze school data with respect to attendance and discipline in the Science Classrooms and improve school-wide proficiency in Reading and Math.
Honors Chemistry Teacher, 9th grade Faculty Advisor
Berkeley Preparatory School
Tampa
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Taught 4 sections of Chemistry Honors with an emphasis on the lab component of the class.
Advanced and Cambridge Science Teacher 8th Grade/ Science Fair Sponsor
Oakridge Middle School
Naples
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Taught 6 sections of Advanced /Cambridge 8th Grade Science.
- In addition, responsible for after-school Science tutoring.
- Participation in the District and State Science Fair by working closely with the District Science Supervisor.
Chemistry Teacher/Science Fair Director, Science Club /Spanish Honor Society Sponsor
Lely High School
Naples
08.2018 - 06.2022
- Taught Chemistry Honors and AP Chemistry.
- Started Science Club, facilitating student participation in Collier Science and Engineering Fair and State Science Fair in Lakeland.
- Guided students to achieve placements in State Science Fair.
- Contributed to curriculum writing for Chemistry and Environmental Science for school district.
Cambridge /Advanced Science 8th Grade School Science Fair Director/ National Junior Honor Society Sponsor, Apples Mentor for beginning teachers
Lehigh Acres Middle School
Lehigh Acres
08.2013 - 08.2018
- Taught Cambridge, Advanced and Gifted 8th Grade Science classes using Kagan and AVID strategies daily in the classroom.
- Coordinated the School Science Fair and helped students with the paperwork for the Regional Science Fair.
- In addition, it is responsible for additional tutoring after-school for Grades 6, 7 and 8.
- Coordinated the National Junior Honor Society Induction Ceremony and other 8th grade events.
- Mentored 2 beginning teachers through the official Apple Program and led the 8th Grade Science team with creation of lesson plans and materials in preparation for the 8th Grade State Science Test.
Advanced Chemistry Teacher
North Broward Prep School
Coconut Creek
08.2012 - 06.2013
- Taught Advanced Placement Chemistry, IB Chemistry and Honors Chemistry for 10th, 11th and 12th Grade.
Chemistry/Physical Science/Biology Teacher
Golden Gate High School
Naples
08.2010 - 06.2012
- Taught Chemistry 1, Chemistry 1 Honors, Physical Science and Biology.
- Implemented an Inquiry based approach for Grades 11 and 12.
Teacher
A.D. Henderson University School
Boca Raton
08.2009 - 06.2010
- Taught 8th Grade Physical Science.
- Coordinated the School Science Fair and took a group of students to the Palm Beach County Fair where 5 of them received awards in the respective categories.
Chemistry and Environmental Science Teacher
Lely High School
Naples
08.2006 - 05.2009
- Taught Chemistry and Environmental Science to 11th and 12th grade students, integrating standard laboratory practices and CRISS strategies to enhance student engagement and understanding.
- Worked in the attendance and discipline office with the assistant principal to process discipline referrals.
- Conducted classroom walkthroughs with administrative team to assess instructional practices and support teacher development.
- Represented school on SAC committee, facilitating discussions and contributing to strategic decisions that impact school improvement.
Education
Florida Principal Certification Program -
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, Florida01-2007
Master of Science - Teaching Chemistry
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, Florida01-2003
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of California
Riverside, CaliforniaFlorida Teaching Certificate - Biology/ Chemistry (6-12) Gifted Endorsed
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Curriculum assessment
- Instructional coordination
- Science instruction
- Educational leadership
- Data analysis
- Classroom engagement
Training
- Future Leaders Academy
- Clinical Education (Collier) Aspiring Leaders (Collier)
- Avid Science Strands 1 and 2
- Kagan Trained
- Gifted Endorsement
Timeline
Subject Area Leader
Mann Middle School
08.2024 - Current
Honors Chemistry Teacher, 9th grade Faculty Advisor
Berkeley Preparatory School
08.2023 - 06.2024
Advanced and Cambridge Science Teacher 8th Grade/ Science Fair Sponsor
Oakridge Middle School
08.2022 - 06.2023
Chemistry Teacher/Science Fair Director, Science Club /Spanish Honor Society Sponsor
Lely High School
08.2018 - 06.2022
Cambridge /Advanced Science 8th Grade School Science Fair Director/ National Junior Honor Society Sponsor, Apples Mentor for beginning teachers
Lehigh Acres Middle School
08.2013 - 08.2018
Advanced Chemistry Teacher
North Broward Prep School
08.2012 - 06.2013
Chemistry/Physical Science/Biology Teacher
Golden Gate High School
08.2010 - 06.2012
Teacher
A.D. Henderson University School
08.2009 - 06.2010
Chemistry and Environmental Science Teacher
Lely High School
08.2006 - 05.2009
Florida Principal Certification Program -
Florida Atlantic University
Master of Science - Teaching Chemistry
Florida Atlantic University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of California