Corinne Boot-Handford
Sarasota
Summary
Organized, passionate and well-respected educational leader with over 10 years of experience motivating students and adults, taking initiative when necessary, and managing a fun and safe work environment with minimal stress. Excellent communication, leadership, customer service, and project management skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Outreach and Engagement
Church Of The Palms
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Oversaw and led cross-functional teams including Communications, Hospitality, and Tutoring Ministries to enhance community engagement and organizational outreach.
- Directed strategic communications initiatives, ensuring consistent and mission-aligned messaging across all platforms and media.
- Managed and trained hospitality teams to deliver welcoming and inclusive experiences for community members and visitors.
- Provided leadership and vision to the tutoring ministry, supporting academic growth and mentorship for students in the community.
- Collaborated with the Missions Team to plan and execute outreach programs and service initiatives locally and globally.
- Developed and implemented engagement strategies that increased volunteer involvement and community participation.
- Facilitated cross-team communication and alignment to strengthen organizational impact and mission effectiveness.
Director of Tutoring
Church Of The Palms
07.2022 - 06.2025
- Collaborated with staff and volunteers to further develop after-school tutoring program for struggling students.
- Developed partnerships with parents, volunteers, and organizations to build awareness, increase support and share resources.
- Organized and allocated resources required to meet needs of 90+ students and 75+ tutors per year.
- Planned and implemented volunteer development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Administrative Assistant
Rent Siesta Key / Rent The Keys
08.2020 - 01.2022
- Fulfilled all administrative assistant duties for an executive in property management. Managed calendars, facilitated communication, created pamphlets and brochures to increase communication and sales.
- Improved communication between executives/small business/clientele. Frequently commended for quick-thinking and resourcefulness.
- Built rapport with clients and local businesses by providing quality customer service and problem solving.
Teacher & Head of Math Department
Sarasota County Schools - Sarasota Middle School
08.2010 - 12.2020
- Provided a safe, comfortable, and stimulating environment for children.
- Created detailed lesson plans aligned with course syllabus that were differentiated by content.
- Established a relationship with the parents by interacting with them before and after school.
- Trained and supervised new teachers, and assisted existing staff members in their career development.
Private Tutor
08.2010 - 12.2020
- Measured, gathered, and organized student academic data to assess students' needs.
- Implemented creative instructional strategies during lessons that led to increases in students’ grades.
- Developed and integrated hands-on activities to increase comprehension and make learning fun.
- Communicated with teachers and parents to ensure needs are met inside and outside the classroom.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pine View School
Osprey, FL05.2008
Master’s in Mathematics Education - undefined
Western Governors University
01.2015
Bachelor’s in Elementary Education - undefined
University of South Florida
Sarasota, FL05.2013
Skills
- Analytical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Collaborative mindset
- Website maintenance
- Communications strategy
- Guest relations management
- Complaint resolution
- Proofreading
- Volunteer recruitment
- Customer service and support
Affiliations
Junior League of Sarasota
Timeline
Director of Outreach and Engagement
Church Of The Palms
06.2024 - 06.2025
Director of Tutoring
Church Of The Palms
07.2022 - 06.2025
Administrative Assistant
Rent Siesta Key / Rent The Keys
08.2020 - 01.2022
Teacher & Head of Math Department
Sarasota County Schools - Sarasota Middle School
08.2010 - 12.2020
Private Tutor
08.2010 - 12.2020
Master’s in Mathematics Education - undefined
Western Governors University
Bachelor’s in Elementary Education - undefined
University of South Florida
High School Diploma -
Pine View School