Elizabeth Polonio
Orlando,FL
Summary
Self-directed, motivated and resourceful individual with exceptional experience in diverse capacities. College graduate with the passion in assisting others, motivating a team of employees, and promoting an energetic, positive results-driven work environment
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
7th Grade ELA
CSUSA
Orlando, FL
07.2024 - Current
- Incorporated real-world connections into lessons to make content more relevant and engaging for students while enhancing their understanding of key concepts.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary units of study, promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills across subject areas.
- Provided targeted interventions for struggling students by developing customized support plans based on individual needs assessments.
- Implemented data-driven instruction by analyzing student assessment results, effectively addressing individual learning needs and improving overall performance.
ESOL Teacher
John I. Leonard High School
Greenacres, FL
10.2023 - 06.2024
- As a dedicated high school ESOL teacher, I bring a passion for language instruction and a commitment to supporting the academic and linguistic development of English language learners (ELLs)
- With expertise in designing differentiated instruction, creating culturally responsive learning environments, and implementing effective language acquisition strategies, I strive to empower students to achieve their full potential
- I am adept at collaborating with colleagues, engaging with diverse communities, and leveraging technology to enhance language learning experiences
- With a focus on fostering inclusivity and celebrating cultural diversity, I am dedicated to creating a supportive and nurturing educational environment where all students can thrive
Recruiting Specialist
Barton Healthcare Stang
West Palm Beach, FL
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Reviewed, analyzed and ensured fulfillment of staffing needs for hospitals across the United States
- Recruited for positions including Pediatrics, PICU, NICU, Adult Critical Care, (CCU, MICU, SICU, ED, Cardiology, Hemodialysis, Physician Assistant, LPN, CNA)
- Worked with department heads to ensure proper staffing and fulfillment of human resource requirements for 4,500 total employees, with placement of 25-30 new nurses monthly
- Interviewed and qualified candidates for accreditation and conformity to placement requirements
Customer Service Rep.
Imperial PFS
Tallahassee, FL
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Keep records of customer interactions, process customer accounts, and file documents
- Take payment information and other pertinent information such as addresses and phone numbers
- Follow communication procedures, guidelines, and policies
- Utilize computer technology to handle high call volumes
- Go the extra mile to engage customers
Preschool 2 Assistant Teacher
Creative Child Learning Center
Tallahassee, FL
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Experienced and enthusiastic early childhood educator dedicated to fostering a nurturing and stimulating learning environment for a class of 3 year olds
- Skilled in creating age-appropriate lesson plans and engaging activities to promote social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development
- Proficient in implementing and adapting curriculum to meet each child's unique needs and learning style
- Able to effectively communicate with parents and provide regular updates on their child's progress
- Committed to creating a positive and inclusive atmosphere that encourages curiosity, exploration, and a love for learning in young children
City Mail Carrier
USPS
Tallahassee, FL
12.2020 - 10.2021
- Delivers letters, documents, and parcels to businesses and homes
- Travels planned routes on foot or by truck
- Collects outgoing mail along route, and when necessary, collects money for postage due
- Sorts mail, including packages, according to delivery sequence
- Loads sacks and boxes filled with mail onto and off mail truck
- Maintains logs to monitor delivery rates and vehicle maintenance scheduling
- Obtains signatures on registered, insured, and certified mail
- Provides change-of-address cards and other postal forms
Shift Supervisor
CVS Health
Tallahassee, FL
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Manage daily schedules, employee shifts, and time-off requests
- Assign duties to employees and oversee their progress
- Ensure that daily sales/production goals are met
- Count cash at the end of the shift and manage bank deposits
- Train and integrate new workers
- Provide guidance and feedback to employees when needed
- Ensure industry rules and regulations are followed
- Handle customer and employee complaints
- Resolve conflicts between employees
- Transfer products and other objects to and from the worksite on occasion
Education
Human Resource Management - Human Resources
St. Thomas University
Miami Gardens, FLBachelors Degree - Sociology
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL05.2023
HS Diploma -
Somerset Academy Charter High
Miami01.2021
Skills
- Fluent English
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Guest services
- Microsoft excel
- Bilingual
- Microsoft word
- Documentation review
- Project management
- Organizational Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Management
- Leadership
- State Testing Administration
- Microsoft Office Expertise
- Collaboration
- Writing Reports
- Finance Handling
- Documentation recordings
Certification
- Social Studies Teaching, FL
- Teaching out of Subject (ESL)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
7th Grade ELA
CSUSA
07.2024 - Current
ESOL Teacher
John I. Leonard High School
10.2023 - 06.2024
Recruiting Specialist
Barton Healthcare Stang
05.2023 - 10.2023
Customer Service Rep.
Imperial PFS
09.2022 - 05.2023
Preschool 2 Assistant Teacher
Creative Child Learning Center
10.2021 - 02.2022
City Mail Carrier
USPS
12.2020 - 10.2021
Shift Supervisor
CVS Health
01.2020 - 12.2020
Human Resource Management - Human Resources
St. Thomas University
Bachelors Degree - Sociology
Florida State University
HS Diploma -
Somerset Academy Charter High