Christine Palmer
Groveland,FL
Summary
Awarded Lake County Teacher of the Year in 2021, recognized for exceptional productivity and efficiency in educational settings. Expertise in curriculum development, classroom management, and integrating educational technology. Strong communication skills foster positive learning environments and enhance student engagement.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
4th Grade teacher
Minneola Horizons Academy
Minneola, FL
08.2025 - Current
- Designed engaging lesson plans to meet diverse learning needs.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with parents to support student development and progress.
- Integrated technology tools to enhance student engagement and learning experiences.
- Mentored new teachers by sharing best practices and instructional strategies.
- Oversaw PLT meetings dedicated to training and planning as team leader.
4th Grade Educator(All Subjects)
Grassy Lake Elementary
Minneola
08.2024 - 05.2025
- A multi-subject teacher with proficiency in all academic areas.
- Conduct comprehensive content knowledge trainings at the district level.
- Transferred here with the understanding it would be temporary as a relief school, Minneola Horizon Academy, was under construction.
Art, then 3rd Grade Educator
Triangle Elementary
Mount Dora
08.2017 - 05.2024
- Visual arts educator.
- Recipient of a $10,000 grant from Main Street Leasing (2017).
- S.T.E.A.M. grant recipient (2019).
- Developer of new visual arts program - Hosted two art shows per school year.
- Title One tutor (Reading and Math) Transitioned to teach 3rd grade as the school was in dire need of a highly qualified teacher.
4th Grade Educator
Sawgrass Bay Elementary
Clermont
08.2013 - 05.2017
- Fourth-grade educator.
- Team leader (2014-2018).
- Supervising teacher for interns.
- Team technology expert.
- Title One tutor (Math).
- Summer Writing Team, All Subjects (2013-2018).
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Central Florida
Orlando05.2011
Associate of Arts - Pre-Elementary Education
Lake-Sumter Community College
Clermont05.2009
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Technology integration
- Student assessment
- Curriculum development
- Educational leadership
- Mentoring new teachers
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Google certified
Certification
- Florida Department of Education license, 1168950, 06/30/30
- Elementary Education (K-6)
- Art (K-12)
- English for Speakers of Other Languages Endorsed
- Reading Endorsed
Awards
- Lake County School's District Finalist for Rookie Teacher of the Year, 2012-2013
- Sawgrass Bay Elementary's Teacher of the Year, 2016-2017
- Lake County School's Teacher of the Year, 2020-2021
Timeline
4th Grade teacher
Minneola Horizons Academy
08.2025 - Current
4th Grade Educator(All Subjects)
Grassy Lake Elementary
08.2024 - 05.2025
Art, then 3rd Grade Educator
Triangle Elementary
08.2017 - 05.2024
4th Grade Educator
Sawgrass Bay Elementary
08.2013 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Central Florida
Associate of Arts - Pre-Elementary Education
Lake-Sumter Community College