Desiree Thornton
Babcock Neighborhood School
Lehigh Acres,FL
7
years of professional experience
Accomplished 7th Grade English Teacher with a focus on data-driven instruction, individualized learning, and effective communication. Achieved 77% student proficiency on FAST PM assessments, surpassing state and district averages.
Work History
7th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
10 Months- Implemented diverse instructional strategies to accommodate various learning styles and enhance comprehension.
- Facilitated classroom discussions that encouraged critical thinking and improved communication skills among students.
- Designed engaging lesson plans that align with curriculum standards and foster student interest in literature.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments, providing timely feedback to guide academic growth.
- Deliver rigorous standards-aligned instruction using Florida B.E.S.T. Standards and the SAVVAS curriculum.
- Prepare students for FAST PM assessments and the Florida B.E.S.T. Writing Assessment using targeted, data-driven instruction.
- Led students to 77% Level 3 or above proficiency on FAST PM3, exceeding Lee County (63%) and Florida (62%) averages.
- Differentiate instruction based on assessment data to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Design engaging lessons that strengthen reading comprehension, vocabulary acquisition, literary analysis, grammar, and argumentative writing.
- Monitor student growth through formative assessments, benchmark testing, and progress monitoring.
- Build strong partnerships with parents through consistent communication and collaborative problem-solving.
- Maintain a structured classroom environment focused on accountability, respect, and student success.
- Collaborate with PLC teams to analyze student data and implement instructional best practices.
Tutor
7 Years 4 Months- Facilitated engaging tutoring sessions that enhanced student understanding and retention.
- Assessed student progress regularly, adjusting teaching methods for optimal learning outcomes.
- Developed customized lesson plans tailored to individual student needs.
- Mentored junior tutors to improve instructional techniques and student engagement strategies.
- Tutored students in Kindergarten through Adult Education and prepped students for GED, FAST, B.E.S.T. Writing, ACT, SAT, i-Ready, district benchmarks, and state assessments.
- Developed individualized learning plans based on student strengths and instructional needs.
- Built student confidence while improving reading fluency, writing, mathematics, and study skills.
- Maintained ongoing communication with parents to support student success.
Instructional Aide
4 Years 10 Months- Developed instructional materials tailored to diverse learning needs, improving educational outcomes.
- Supported at-risk students in classroom activities, enhancing engagement and understanding of lessons.
- Assisted teachers in implementing lesson plans, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
- Supported classroom teachers through instructional planning and implementation.
- Created anchor charts, classroom resources, benchmark assessments, learning centers, and instructional materials.
- Assisted with classroom management and positive behavior interventions.
- Substituted across K–12 classrooms while maintaining instructional continuity.
- Utilized data to support student achievement and intervention planning.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
Skills
Parent-teacher communication
Grammar instruction
Data-driven instruction's FAST PM3 assessment
exceeding both the Lee County average (63%) and the Florida state average (62%).
Collaborative building
Oral communication
Literary analysis
Individualized learning
Classroom Management
Educational/Instructional Technology: SAVVAS Learning Platform
OTUS
Progress Learning
IXL
Google Classroom
Padlet
Writing instruction
Problem-solving skills
Group leadership
Timeline
7th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Babcock Neighborhood School
10.2025 - CurrentRead More
Instructional Aide
Ahfachkee School
09.2019 - 07.2024Read More
Tutor
Professional Tutors of America
03.2019 - 07.2026Read More
Alabama State University
Bachelor of Arts from English
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