Cynthia Ritz
Land O Lakes,FL
Summary
Dedicated educator with 12 years of experience in both face-to-face and distance learning environments, specializing in history education. Adept at developing and implementing diverse curricula across subjects, enhancing student engagement through interactive instruction and technology integration. Proven ability to adapt teaching methods for various learning styles, ensuring comprehensive understanding of complex historical concepts. Committed to fostering a supportive learning atmosphere that encourages student motivation and achievement.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
US History Instructor
Cypress Creek High School
Wesley Chapel, US
08.2023 - Current
Agriscience Teacher
West Pasco Education Academy (Alternative School)
Hudson, US
08.2022 - 05.2023
Agriscience Teacher
Crystal Lake Middle School
Lakeland, US
02.2021 - 05.2022
Agriscience-Biotechnology Teacher, Environmental Science, and Reading Teacher
Land O Lakes High School
Land O Lakes, US
08.2016 - 02.2021
Veterinary Science-Agriscience Teacher
Walter L. Sickles High School
Tampa, US
08.2015 - 05.2016
Career and Technical (Cosmetology) Teacher
Leto High School
Tampa, US
08.2013 - 06.2014
Civics Teacher
Bartow Middle School
Bartow, US
01.2013 - 05.2013
Teacher Intern (International Baccalaureate Program)
Robinson High School
Tampa, US
08.2012 - 11.2012
Owner Operator – Hair Stylist
Above and Beyond Beauty Salon
Tampa, US
01.2007 - 07.2012
Owner Operator – Office Manager
Ritz Telecomm, Inc
Tampa, US
08.1991 - 12.2006
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Science Education
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL12.2012
Skills
- Group learning mechanics
- Evaluation of data
- Student-centered learning
- Classroom management
- Group instruction
- Individual instruction
- Computer skills
- Software skills
- Edmentum Courseware
- MS Office
- Zoom
- Canva
- Website development
- Word Press
- Distance Learning
- FFA Advisor
- Animal Science
- Writing instruction
- Instructional technology
- Differentiated instruction
Certification
- FL 6-12 Social Science Certification
- FL 6-12 Agriculture Certification
- FL K-12 Reading Certification
- FL Reading Endorsement
Additional Information - Farm And Cottage Farming
I live on a farm in Land O Lakes with 2 horses, 15 dairy goats, poultry, rabbits, zebu cattle, and love to show at local and state fairs. I love teaching, encouraging and showing people that it is possible to follow your dreams.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
US History Instructor
Cypress Creek High School
08.2023 - Current
Agriscience Teacher
West Pasco Education Academy (Alternative School)
08.2022 - 05.2023
Agriscience Teacher
Crystal Lake Middle School
02.2021 - 05.2022
Agriscience-Biotechnology Teacher, Environmental Science, and Reading Teacher
Land O Lakes High School
08.2016 - 02.2021
Veterinary Science-Agriscience Teacher
Walter L. Sickles High School
08.2015 - 05.2016
Career and Technical (Cosmetology) Teacher
Leto High School
08.2013 - 06.2014
Civics Teacher
Bartow Middle School
01.2013 - 05.2013
Teacher Intern (International Baccalaureate Program)
Robinson High School
08.2012 - 11.2012
Owner Operator – Hair Stylist
Above and Beyond Beauty Salon
01.2007 - 07.2012
Owner Operator – Office Manager
Ritz Telecomm, Inc
08.1991 - 12.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Social Science Education
University of South Florida
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