EDWINA A. REID
Lantana
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Bear Lakes Middle School, recognized for outstanding classroom management and student motivation. Proven expertise in developing personalized teaching strategies that significantly enhance student performance and foster academic growth. Committed to creating an engaging learning environment that promotes critical thinking and lifelong learning skills. Highly adaptable with strong interpersonal abilities, dedicated to addressing individual student needs and driving positive educational experiences.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher ESE Austic
Bear Lakes Middle School
West Palm Beach
10.2018 - Current
- Inspires students to engage in learning and study activities, fostering self-confidence.
- Delivered constructive feedback utilizing positive reinforcement techniques to bolster student confidence.
- Offer targeted assistance to struggling students, increasing their understanding and performance.
- Ensured delivery of exceptional customer service through clear communication with students.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
Teaching Staff
Alleghany High School
Sparta
08.2009 - 06.2010
- Prepare lessons according to course outline to convey all required material and deepen student understanding of subject matter
- Assist faculty with clerical task, such as copying papers, collecting assignments and preparing materials for upcoming classes
- Documented attendance and completed assignments to maintain full class and student records
- Maintain atmosphere of academic learning advancement to facilitate learning and development of critical thinking skills
- Keep classroom neat, clean and properly sanitized for students’ health and classroom efficiency
Teaching Staff
North Rowan Middle School
09.2008 - 06.2009
- Planned, prepared and presented innovative lesson plans in adherence to course outline, to enhance students learning experience
- Maintain a safe and secure learning environment to stimulate students learning
- Worked in collaboration with staff to provide an overall productive school term
- Build a nurturing rapport with students and encouraged them to work as a team
- Maintain a clean, neat and hygienic work area at all times
Senior Teacher/ Acting Head of Department
Tacky High School
Gayle
01.1992 - 01.2008
- Prepared grades 10 -12 students for CXC Home Economics subjects, Food and Nutrition, Clothing and Textiles Food Prep and Service @ the National Council Technical and Vocational Education & Training (NCTVET)
- External assessor in Clothing and Textiles /Food and Nutrition for St. Mary division
- Supervised teaching staff in the Home Economics Department
- Sourced goods and services for department
- Plan enrichment programs to enhance staff development
- Supervised Catering activities for School functions such as Board Meetings and graduations
- Ensure safe, nurturing environment that was conducive to enhancing students learning
Education
B A - General Studies - Emphasis Guidance and Counseling
Jamaica Theological Seminary
Jamaica01.2006
Diploma in Secondary Education - Home Economics
Shortwood Teachers College
Kingston, Jamaica , WI06-1990
Skills
- Secondary education background
- Student motivation techniques
- Grammar and spelling instruction
- Effective classroom management
- Group and personalized teaching
- Motivational support
- Team collaboration
- Performance evaluation
- Clear lesson presentation
- Educational planning
Certification
- State of Florida Department of Education
EDUCATOR CERTIFICATE
Timeline
Teacher ESE Austic
Bear Lakes Middle School
10.2018 - Current
Teaching Staff
Alleghany High School
08.2009 - 06.2010
Teaching Staff
North Rowan Middle School
09.2008 - 06.2009
Senior Teacher/ Acting Head of Department
Tacky High School
01.1992 - 01.2008
B A - General Studies - Emphasis Guidance and Counseling
Jamaica Theological Seminary
Diploma in Secondary Education - Home Economics
Shortwood Teachers College
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