Charlene Smith
Fort Meade,FL
Summary
Dynamic educator with expertise in lesson planning, classroom management, and student assessment. Committed to implementing differentiated instruction and IEP planning to enhance student learning outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of post-secondary education
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Polk County School Board
Bartow, FL
08.2007 - 10.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards and curriculum requirements.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Implemented diverse teaching strategies to accommodate different learning styles and needs.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Managed classroom behavior and fostered a positive learning environment for students.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and provided constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance instructional methods and share best practices.
- Communicated regularly with parents about student progress and classroom activities.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational trends.
- Utilized technology such as interactive whiteboards and online resources to enhance instruction.
- Guided students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills. safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
Waitress/Restaurant Hostess
Sanfords Grub and Pub
Spearfish, South Dakota
08.1994 - 08.2000
- Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
- Greeted and seated guests in a welcoming manner.
- Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Took accurate food and drink orders using POS system.
- Checked back with customers throughout meal service to ensure satisfaction.
- Replenished beverages when necessary.
- Served alcoholic beverages responsibly in accordance with state laws.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area throughout shifts.
- Developed positive relationships with regular customers through friendly conversation.
- Assisted other wait staff members in times of heavy customer traffic.
- Assisted kitchen staff with food preparation and plating as needed.
- Utilized POS system to total meal costs and add taxes for final bill calculation.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss new menu items or changes in policy.
- Filled condiments and napkin containers during slack periods.
- Stayed attentive to server availability and table turnover to quickly seat guests
- Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
Hairstylist
Regis Hair Salon
Denver, Colorado
07.1987 - 07.1993
- Performed haircuts, coloring, and styling using various techniques and tools.
- Consulted with clients to determine desired hairstyles and preferences.
- Greeted customers, answered phones and booked appointments.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations throughout the day.
Customer Greeter
Arnold Palmer Golf Management
Orlando, FL
06.1987 - 08.1987
- Welcomed guests with friendly demeanor at premier golf facilities.
- Assisted patrons with inquiries about services and amenities available.
- Responded promptly and courteously to customer inquiries and requests for assistance.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in greeting areas and lobbies.
- Answered incoming phone calls from customers seeking product information or help placing an order.
Education
Master of Science - Education
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL 08.2014 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Black Hills State University
Spearfish, SD 08.1994 - 05.2000
Skills
- Developing lesson plans
- Differentiated instruction
- IEP development
- Student assessment
- Data-driven instruction
- Classroom management
- Parent and teacher conferences
- Special education
Accomplishments
- I was one of five teachers in the county who received a reward of a free roof for my home based on an email sent by my principal to the roofing company owner, acknowledging my value to her as a teacher and employee.
Certification
- State of Florida Department of Education certificate #836786 Autism Spectrum Disorders Endorsement, Varying Exceptionality K-12, Elementary Education K-6, and Prekindergarten Disabilities Endorsement
- Master's degree K-8 Elementary Education, K-12 Special Education, Birth-Preschool Special Education, 5-8 Middle Level Education - Language Arts, and 5-8 Middle Level Education - Social Sciences
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Master of Science - Education
University of Central Florida
08.2014 - 08.2015
Teacher
Polk County School Board
08.2007 - 10.2025
Waitress/Restaurant Hostess
Sanfords Grub and Pub
08.1994 - 08.2000
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Black Hills State University
08.1994 - 05.2000
Hairstylist
Regis Hair Salon
07.1987 - 07.1993
Customer Greeter
Arnold Palmer Golf Management
06.1987 - 08.1987