Florence Thornton
Houston,TX
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable substitute teacher with over four years of classroom instruction experience and a distinguished 20-year military career. Strong leadership, professionalism, and a commitment to serving others have transitioned into a passion for education, fostering academic and personal success for students. Proven ability to engage with diverse grade levels and subject areas, including Business Law and core middle school subjects, while creating positive and structured learning environments. Eager to leverage military discipline and diverse teaching expertise to contribute effectively to educational settings, ensuring every student feels supported and motivated to excel.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Riverdale High School
Jefferson, LA
10.2023 - 05.2025
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet CTE curriculum standards.
- Keeps accurate, neat records including class lists, attendance, health records, roll book, report cards, and permanent folders.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback regarding progress toward mastery of skills.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Kelly Services
New Orleans, LA
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.
- Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
- Engaged students in discussions to promote interest and drive learning.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
Budget Analyst
United States Army
Fort Knox, KY
07.2019 - 08.2022
- Managed over $800k non-appropriated funds for Fort Knox; resulting in zero discrepancies.
- Supervised 7 card holders in the processing of $300 Government Purchase Card transactions with 100% accuracy.
- Generated financial status reports for 12 government budgeting accounts; aiding in the assessment of execution status, trends, causes, and resolutions.
- Made recommendations to Resource Manager on where to reallocate funding recovered from monthly reconciliation efforts.
- Authorized purchase request and certified vouchers for payment.
Instructor/Course Writer
United States Army
Fort Jackson, SC
02.2017 - 06.2019
- Served as a Suicide Prevention Program Manager instructing over 25 courses annually assisting the command in sustaining and reinforcing health promotion, risk promotion, and combat stigma.
- Instructed more than 800 hours of Military Occupational Specialty (MOS), instruction for over 400 students annually.
- Managed over 1000 Program of Instructions (POI) hours; increasing the production of 56 Training Support Packages and lessons Plans.
- Conducted test item analysis on course curriculum via blackboard; eliminating unclear questions and increased validation by 70% and the learning outcome for students.
Administrative Assistant
United States Army
09.2012 - 05.2019
- Screened visitors and directed to specific location for office safety.
- Prepared presentations, correspondence and reports, verified and corrected data, updated automated systems and annual budget requirements.
- Organized and maintained filing documents; Destroyed specified files and materials upon request to prevent data breaches.
- Collected, sorted and distributed incoming mail and packages.
- Managed $24M+ in Government equipment and classified material vital to national security and the safety of all employees/customers.
- Oversaw event logistics, venue scheduling and accommodations.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Psychology
Capella University
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States06-2016
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Capella University
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States06-2011
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Motivating students
Affiliations
American Red Cross Certified: Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED
Valid Until: 6/26/2028
Technical Skills
Software: Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, Blackboard Learning Management Systems, Google Classroom.
Timeline
Teacher
Riverdale High School
10.2023 - 05.2025
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Kelly Services
09.2022 - 10.2023
Budget Analyst
United States Army
07.2019 - 08.2022
Instructor/Course Writer
United States Army
02.2017 - 06.2019
Administrative Assistant
United States Army
09.2012 - 05.2019
Master of Science - Clinical Psychology
Capella University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Capella University