Crystal Gainey
Pensacola,FL
Summary
I was born in Pensacola, Florida and I come from a military family. I have lived in Pensacola all of my life and I have always had a career based in the field of education. I have been employed with the school district since 2004.
In 2015 I was voted by peers as Jim C. Bailey Middle Teacher of the Year.
I enjoy being challenged and learning new things in life. I have had the privilege traveling the world and meeting wonderful people.
I am looking to transition to a new career that I can work with strong team that is goal oriented and hard working.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Administrative Dean
Escambia County School District
Pensacola, Florida
08.2018 - Current
- Work with students and parents/guardians to maintain standards based behavior as required by school district policy.
- Update and maintain academic records with discipline histories and recommendations for student improvement and/or course changes.
- Work with stakeholders to maintain positive relationships for student success. Example: grant writing for funds for student hygiene needs.
- Working with district personnel to maintain security camera systems for school and student safety.
- Giving detailed reports regarding student discipline progress and recommending corrective actions for students.
Technology Coordinator
Escambia County School District
Pensacola, Florida
09.2014 - 08.2018
- Configured devices, set up computers and updated software.
- Planned and implemented network updates to maintain performance.
- Selected, purchased and maintained instructional technology materials and equipment.
- Worked with students and faculty to improve analytical skills with recommended district software.
- Performed system administration duties by monitoring and modifying student profiles and resetting passwords.
- Used Adobe Dreamweaver, schoolnet, and schooloop software to update school website with events, announcements, news and images.
- Maintained school based fiber network. Resolved any local network outages within the school or classroom.
- Installed new hardware and oversaw maintenance of existing hardware to provide support for users.
- Created server accounts to manage network resources for students, teachers, and parents.
- Managed purchasing, administered budgets and coordinated documentation.
- Coordinated inventory supplies and equipment to maximize student, teacher, and administrative productivity.
Middle Grades Science Teacher
Escambia County School District
Pensacola, Florida
08.2007 - 09.2014
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Integrated technology into classroom as instructional tool, such as Smartboard.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests and assignments.
Adjunct Professor
Columbia Southern University
Pensacola, Florida
12.2012 - 08.2014
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Worked with colleagues and administrators to create robust education programs.
- Evaluated student comprehension using exams, quizzes and assignments and managed student performance using automated reporting system, leveraging data to identify student learning needs and create action plans to overcome learning deficiencies.
- Assisted and identified at-risk students to eliminate student barriers to learning.
- Worked closely with Lead Professors to develop and implement curriculum for improved learning and student performance.
- Used various software modes such as Blackboard, Moodle, and Google Classroom to deliver instruction to students.
- Developed curriculum standards, lesson plans and syllabi as required by Lead Professor for courses taught.
Education
Master of Science - Education Administration And Leadership
Troy University
Pensacola, Florida Location05.2009
Master of Science - Education Administration And Leadership
Troy University
Pensacola, Florida Location05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Troy University
Pensacola, Florida Location05.2004
Ph.D. - Education Administratino
Auburn University
Auburn, Alabama 08.2023 - Current
Skills
- Multitasking and Time Management
- Ease with Computers and Technology
- Experience with multiple levels and varieties of software
- Confidentiality and Data Protection
- Computers and Technology
- Strong Organizational Skills
Certification
Florida State Educator Certification in: Education Administration and Middle Grades Integrated Curriculum.
Clinical Educator trained through the School District of Escambia County.
I am willing to earn additional certifications as required by my job/company.
Timeline
Ph.D. - Education Administratino
Auburn University
08.2023 - Current
Administrative Dean
Escambia County School District
08.2018 - Current
Technology Coordinator
Escambia County School District
09.2014 - 08.2018
Adjunct Professor
Columbia Southern University
12.2012 - 08.2014
Middle Grades Science Teacher
Escambia County School District
08.2007 - 09.2014
Florida State Educator Certification in: Education Administration and Middle Grades Integrated Curriculum.
Clinical Educator trained through the School District of Escambia County.
I am willing to earn additional certifications as required by my job/company.
Master of Science - Education Administration And Leadership
Troy University
Master of Science - Education Administration And Leadership
Troy University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Troy University
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