Donna Gippert
Clermont,FL
Summary
Enthusiastic Middle School Teacher motivated to drive student growth for lifelong success.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
5th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Lake County Public Schools
10.2022 - Current
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Held Learning gains in the 68% range.
7th Grade Reading Teacher
Orange County Public Schools
07.2010 - 10.2022
- Created positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged literacy skills.
- Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
- Supervised small reading groups of students.
- Promoted love of reading and literacy to all students.
Elementary Education
Seminole County Public Schools
08.1999 - 06.2009
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
Elementary School Teacher
The Master's Academy
06.1997 - 06.1999
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Seminole County Public Schools
06.1996 - 06.1997
- Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
VPK Teacher
Orange County Public Schools
08.1995 - 07.1996
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
Education
Master of Science - Reading Teacher Education
Nova Southeastern University
Orlando, FL03.2005
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Central Florida
Orlando, Florida03.1995
Skills
- Reading Comprehension
- Critical Thinking
- Peer Collaboration
- Collaborative Learning
- Professional Development
- Curriculum Development
- Classroom Management
- Group Leadership
- Grading Proficiency
Timeline
5th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Lake County Public Schools
10.2022 - Current
7th Grade Reading Teacher
Orange County Public Schools
07.2010 - 10.2022
Elementary Education
Seminole County Public Schools
08.1999 - 06.2009
Elementary School Teacher
The Master's Academy
06.1997 - 06.1999
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Seminole County Public Schools
06.1996 - 06.1997
VPK Teacher
Orange County Public Schools
08.1995 - 07.1996
Master of Science - Reading Teacher Education
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Central Florida
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