- Embracing outdoor adventures such as hiking and biking
- Participating in fundraising events to support local charities, schools, or community projects
- Animal Welfare Advocacy
- Road Trips
- Documenting and sharing travel experiences
- Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes
Elizabeth Gerlach
Fort Myers,FL
Summary
Dedicated teaching professional with expertise in building strong relationships and promoting student-centered learning. Skilled in curriculum development and critical thinking, with a focus on creating engaging lesson plans that drive student success and collaboration.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
St Francis Xavier Catholic School
Fort Myers, FL
08.2019 - Current
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans that effectively integrate curriculum standards and foster student engagement.
- Established a supportive educational atmosphere to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Conducted assessments to measure student progress and enhance instructional strategies.
- Engaged with colleagues to improve educational programs and disseminate best practices.
- Established and maintained open lines of communication to foster a collaborative and supportive learning environment.
- Developed and maintained classroom behavior standards by clearly communicating expectations, demonstrating appropriate conduct, and applying established consequences consistently.
Teacher
The Learning Tree
Fort Myers, FL
08.2011 - 07.2019
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and provided constructive feedback.
- Fostered positive classroom environment promoting respect, inclusivity, and collaboration.
Area Retail Manager
Hallmark
Fort Myers, FL
08.2008 - 07.2011
- Executed promotional campaigns aligned with corporate objectives, boosting brand visibility and customer loyalty.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly, implementing feedback-driven improvements, and fostering a service-oriented team culture.
- Developed high-performing teams through continuous coaching, performance evaluations, and tailored development plans.
- Implemented loss prevention measures that reduced theft incidents while maintaining a welcoming shopping environment for customers.
- Reduced inventory shrinkage through diligent management, staff training, and regular audits.
Tutor
ABC Tutoring and Educational
Fort Myers, FL
08.2009 - 12.2010
- Facilitated one-on-one tutoring sessions in diverse subjects, fostering academic growth.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, helping students improve their writing and problem-solving skills.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence, and build important learning skills.
- Enhanced students'' understanding of subject matter by incorporating real-world examples into lessons.
Education
No Degree - Education
FGCU
Fort Myers, FLMaster of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Individually Planned. English/History
Oglethorpe University
Atlanta, GASkills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Parent-teacher communication
- Student-centered learning
- Child development
- Innovative lesson planning
- Curriculum development
- Social-emotional learning training
- Project-based learning
- Collaborative learning
Affiliations
National Association for the Education of Young Children
Interests
Timeline
Teacher
St Francis Xavier Catholic School
08.2019 - Current
Teacher
The Learning Tree
08.2011 - 07.2019
Tutor
ABC Tutoring and Educational
08.2009 - 12.2010
Area Retail Manager
Hallmark
08.2008 - 07.2011
No Degree - Education
FGCU
Master of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
Liberty University
Bachelor of Arts - Individually Planned. English/History
Oglethorpe University