EMMANUEL F. GALLEY
LAKE WALES
Summary
Dedicated educator with extensive experience delivering standards-aligned mathematics instruction to diverse learners in a Title I school. Strong focus on data analysis to inform instruction and targeted interventions, fostering academic growth and positive classroom environments. Proven ability to build partnerships with families and collaborate with colleagues to enhance instructional practices.
Overview
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
5th Grade Mathematics Teacher / Grade Chair
Spook Hill Elementary School, Polk County Public Schools
01.2023 - Current
- Deliver standards-aligned mathematics instruction to diverse learners in a Title I turnaround school setting.
- Design and implement rigorous lessons aligned with Florida B.E.S.T. Standards and district pacing guides.
- Analyze FAST assessment data, common assessments, and progress-monitoring results to identify learning gaps and inform instruction.
- Differentiated instruction through flexible grouping, targeted interventions, and enrichment opportunities to address individual student needs.
- Facilitated small-group instruction and remediation for struggling learners while accelerating advanced students' learning.
- Design formative and summative assessments to monitor student growth and mastery of grade-level standards.
- Establish positive classroom cultures through proactive behavior management systems, PBIS practices, and restorative conversations.
- Develop and maintain strong partnerships with families through regular communication, conferences, newsletters, and student progress updates.
- Collaborated with administration, instructional coaches, interventionists, ESE teachers, and grade-level teams to enhance student outcomes.
- Lead data discussions and contribute to school improvement initiatives as Grade Chair.
- Maintain high academic expectations while fostering student confidence, responsibility, and perseverance.
Educator
Sacred Heart Catholic Basic School
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Developed engaging lesson plans and instructional resources that enhanced student achievement.
- Implemented targeted intervention programs that supported struggling learners in reaching their academic goals.
- Utilized formative assessments to guide instructional decisions.
- Maintained positive classroom environments that fostered student engagement and success.
- Collaborated with colleagues and administrators to improve instructional practices.
- Prepared students for national examinations, resulting in improved mathematics performance.
- Delivered mathematics instructions to Junior High School Students (Middle School).
Educator (National Service)
National Service Scheme
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Implemented curriculum and monitored student academic growth to ensure alignment with educational goals.
- Assessed student work and delivered constructive feedback to foster individual learning progress.
- Facilitated lesson delivery, student assessment, and classroom management to enhance learning environment.
Education
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Curriculum and Instruction – Mathematics Focus of Study
American College of Education
United States07-2026
M.Phil. Basic Education (Mathematics) -
University of Cape Coast
Ghana01-2023
Bachelor of Education (Basic Education) -
University of Education
Winneba, GhanaSkills
- Math instruction
- Florida BEST standards
- Assessment design
- Assessment preparation
- Data analysis
- Differentiated instruction
- Intervention planning
- Curriculum development
- Small group instruction
- Classroom management
- Student engagement strategies
- Educational technology integration
Certification
- Florida Professional Educator Certification
- J-1 Teacher Exchange Program Participant
- Professional Development in Educational Courses.
LANGUAGES
English (Professional Proficiency), Ewe (Native), Twi (Native)
KEY PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS
- Successfully taught and supported student growth in a Florida turnaround school serving diverse academic and behavioral needs.
- Increased mathematics proficiency through targeted interventions, data-driven instruction, and differentiated teaching practices.
- Demonstrated success in managing student behavior while maintaining high academic expectations.
- Promoted positive school culture through relationship-building and restorative classroom practices.
- Led collaborative grade-level planning and instructional improvement efforts as a Grade Chair.
- Consistently utilized assessment data to identify learning gaps and implement effective remediation strategies.
- Developed engaging, student-centered learning experiences that improved participation and achievement.
- Successfully prepared multiple cohorts of students for state and district assessments.
EDUCATIONAL PHILOSOPHY
I believe every student can learn mathematics at high levels when provided with meaningful instruction, strong relationships, appropriate support, and opportunities to persevere through challenges. My classroom promotes academic rigor, positive behavior, a growth mindset, and equitable access to learning. I strive to empower students to become confident problem-solvers, critical thinkers, and lifelong learners.
Timeline
5th Grade Mathematics Teacher / Grade Chair
Spook Hill Elementary School, Polk County Public Schools
01.2023 - Current
Educator
Sacred Heart Catholic Basic School
01.2018 - 01.2023
Educator (National Service)
National Service Scheme
01.2017 - 01.2018
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Curriculum and Instruction – Mathematics Focus of Study
American College of Education
M.Phil. Basic Education (Mathematics) -
University of Cape Coast
Bachelor of Education (Basic Education) -
University of Education