David Levine
Summary
Dynamic educator and team leader from Lee County School District, adept in curriculum mapping and fostering social-emotional support. Excelled in enhancing student achievement through data-driven instruction and collaborative learning, significantly improving academic growth and emotional well-being. Expert in engaging diverse learners and promoting parental engagement, ensuring a cohesive learning environment. Dedicated Gifted Science teacher possessing strong in classroom management, curriculum design and development and differentiated instruction. Enthusiastic educator who takes pride in designing challenging and enriching activities for students. Commended for flexible teaching style and willingness to work beyond call of duty.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Gifted Education Teacher Secondary Science 5-9
Lee County School District
01.2018 - Current
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Employed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Balanced individual and group instruction to accommodate different academic levels and learning styles.
- Organized learning resources and classroom environment to facilitate positive learning experience for over 200 students.
- Established a positive classroom environment, fostering a sense of community among students and promoting respect for diversity.
- Participated in professional development opportunities focused on gifted education, staying current on research-based best practices in the field.
- Prepared lesson plans and executed different modalities to accelerate individual success.
- Developed curriculum materials that met the unique needs of gifted learners, ensuring all students were challenged and engaged.
- Coordinated educational field trips aligned with course content, enhancing student understanding through real-world experiences.
- Enhanced student learning by differentiating instruction and providing appropriate accommodations for diverse learners.
- Utilized pre-made and self-made assessments to determine student weaknesses and strengths.
- Implemented project-based learning activities to promote critical thinking and problem-solving skills in gifted students.
- Administered and graded tests, homework and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
- Provided ongoing communication with parents regarding student progress, offering suggestions for home support when necessary.
- Utilized formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instructional strategies as needed.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
Customer Service Supervisor
Charlotte County Seawalls
02.1999 - 12.2017
- Promoted a positive work environment through open communication channels, fostering team collaboration and high morale.
- Collaborated with other departments to address recurring customer concerns, improving overall service quality.
- Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving escalated issues promptly and professionally.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with customers to maintain loyalty and satisfaction.
- Managed escalated calls with diplomacy, successfully deescalating situations while ensuring satisfactory resolutions for both parties involved.
- Responded to customer inquiries and resolved complaints to establish trust and increase satisfaction.
- Set priorities and problem-solved workflow issues to maintain rapport with customers and managers.
- Researched and corrected customer concerns to promote company loyalty.
- Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity and commitment to friendly service.
- Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning, escalating major problems to manager.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Middle Grades Science
Florida SouthWestern State College
Fort Myers, FL12.2017
Skills
- Social-Emotional Support
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Standards Alignment
- Collaborative learning
- Student Motivation
- Curriculum Mapping
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Project-based learning
- Inquiry-based learning
- Enrichment Activities
- Team Collaboration
- Classroom Management
Certification
- Licensed Gifted Secondary Science Teacher Grades 5-9 - 2018 - present
Timeline
Gifted Education Teacher Secondary Science 5-9
Lee County School District
01.2018 - Current
Customer Service Supervisor
Charlotte County Seawalls
02.1999 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Middle Grades Science
Florida SouthWestern State College
- Licensed Gifted Secondary Science Teacher Grades 5-9 - 2018 - present
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