CARMELITA WINTERS
New Port Richey,FL
Summary
Dedicated and responsive Teacher with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification and individualized support. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as role model by using growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire love of learning! Caring with strong communication skills and drive to excite students about learning. Specializing in creating stimulating environments that help students achieve full potential and enjoy learning. Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with scholars, families, and colleagues.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher, Special Needs Coordinator
Adventist Christian Academy
NPR, FL
04.2021 - Current
- K-2 Lead classroom instructor, responsible for all subjects excluding P.E
- Organizing daily lesson plans, implementing daily plans, organizing the classroom to reflect an engaging space to learn and explore
- Incorporated instructional best practices such as differentiated instruction into lesson plans.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
Lead Career/ Recruiting Coach
CareerSource of Tampa Bay
Tampa, FL
04.2021 - 04.2022
- Set up meetings with potential clients to help pitch the companies' services
- Planned and attended community events including job fairs and career advancement seminars
- Used behavioral-based interviewing techniques to find a strong job match for both clients and candidates
- Coordinated and communicated with up to 15 businesses at a time, providing a positive partnership and client relationship
- Mentored and encouraged youth to develop a strong work ethic by being positive role models and regularly practicing skills.
- Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
- Conducted pre-season meetings with players in order to discuss expectations for the season.
Teacher
ScholarMade Achievement Place
Little Rock, AR
07.2020 - 01.2021
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards
- Instructed students in core educational principles, concepts, and in-depth subject matter
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities
- Integrated educational software programs into daily lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
- I utilized behavior management skills to foster an environment conducive to student learning.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
Lead Teacher
Freedom Classical Academy
North Las Vegas, NV
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Completed 100% of curriculum increasing students' grades by 50% more than the prior year
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
Teacher/Coach
American Preparatory Academy
North Las Vegas, NV
08.2015 - 08.2018
- Completed 100% of curriculum increasing students' grades by 50% more than the prior year
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities
- I kept over 100 students safe in the classroom environment.
- Analyzed student data to identify trends in student achievement levels across grade levels or subject areas.
- Advised teachers on how to effectively manage a classroom environment while promoting student engagement.
- Provided feedback to teachers on their teaching strategies, methods and techniques.
- Developed lesson plans and conducted classroom activities to engage students in learning.
- Delivered interactive group instruction to administer lessons and assignments, successfully engaging students of all learning abilities.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Southern Adventist University
Collegedale, TN03.2025
Health & Wellness -
Andrew University
Berrien Springs, MI01.1996
Skills
- Small Group Instruction
- Group Instruction
- Creative Lesson Plan Development
- Lesson Planning
- Innovative Lesson Planning
- Instructional Methods
- Classroom Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Community Involvement
- Student Engagement
Certification
- Diversity & Equity Certification, University of South Florida 2022
- North American Division Certification 2022
- Ministry of Teaching License, Florida SDA Conference 2023-2027
- Trauma-Informed Classroom, Andrews University 2022
- Behavioral Life Coach, Life Breakthrough Academy, 2021
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lead Career/ Recruiting Coach
CareerSource of Tampa Bay
04.2021 - 04.2022
Teacher, Special Needs Coordinator
Adventist Christian Academy
04.2021 - Current
Teacher
ScholarMade Achievement Place
07.2020 - 01.2021
Lead Teacher
Freedom Classical Academy
08.2018 - 06.2019
Teacher/Coach
American Preparatory Academy
08.2015 - 08.2018
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Southern Adventist University
Health & Wellness -
Andrew University
- Diversity & Equity Certification, University of South Florida 2022
- Trauma-Informed Classroom, Andrews University 2022
- Behavioral Life Coach, Life Breakthrough Academy, 2021
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