Experienced educator with a strong track record at Lake County Schools, skilled in creating engaging lesson plans that enhance student participation. Demonstrated success in differentiating instruction and applying data-driven assessments, leading to high evaluation scores. Collaborative professional focused on fostering parent partnerships and supporting social-emotional growth.
October 2024 - Present
Lake County Schools, Grassy Lake Elementary School, Minneola, FL
Grade Level: VPK Semester Classes
August 2007 – June 2024
Lake County Schools, Grassy Lake Elementary School, Minneola, FL
Grade Level: Kindergarten
Grade Level: First Grade
August 2004 – June 2007
Lake County Schools, Pine Ridge Elementary School, Clermont, FL
Grade Level: First Grade
APPICABLE SKILLS:
● Cultivate a positive, supportive learning environment and a cooperative, collaborative group of learners with character development and social-emotional lessons and metacognition strategies
● Managed classroom behavior using positive reinforcement and consistent classroom routines
● Established strong parent partnerships through regular communication, conferences, and progress updates
● Collaborated with colleagues and administration to develop cross-curricular projects and maintain a positive classroom culture
● Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans across core subjects (ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies) aligned with state standards along with the school and county mission statement
● Differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs, including IEP accommodations and small group interventions
● Utilized data-driven assessments to track student progress and adjust instruction accordingly
● Incorporated technology tools such as Google Classroom, educational apps, and interactive whiteboards to enhance learning
COMMITTEES:
PTO (Parent-Teacher Organization), Grassy Lake Elementary
August 2014 – June 2025
August 2007 – June 2012
B.E.S.T. Standards Committee (LCS workshop)
January 2023 – June 2023
STEAM Committee
August 2019 – June 2022
Mathematics Committee
August 2017 – June 2019
VOLUNTEER:
Lake County Schools,
East Ridge Middle School, Robotics Team, 2017 – 2018
Lake County Schools,
Grassy Lake Elementary School, STEAM Night, Art & Music Night, PTO Fundraiser FALL & WINTER School Events
Lake County Schools,
Minneola Charter School, Girls on the Run 5K events (sponsor and volunteer), April 2016
Lake County Schools,
Grassy Lake Elementary, STAR Club (Student Community Outreach Group), April 2014
COMMUNITY CLUBS:
Member of the South Lake Art League
Temporary Elementary Education (K-6)
ESOL Endorsement
Charleen Cruse, Elementary School Teacher
352-272-6676
Nalani Benjamin, Elementary School Teacher
352-617-9209