Gladys "Ali" Adams
Marathon
Summary
Dynamic educator and event coordinator with a proven track record at Christian County Schools and City of Marathon Parks and Recreation. Excelled in creating engaging programs and fostering community engagement through superb communication and marketing skills. Demonstrated excellence in peer cooperation and innovative event planning, significantly enhancing learning and community participation.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Reading Teacher
Christian County Schools
2024.08 - 2024.12
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities, ensuring all students reached their full potential.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering open communication among students.
Recreation Specialist
City of Marathon Parks and Recreation
2007.03 - 2023.03
- Scheduled events in recreation facilities and monitored facility conditions.
- Successfully coordinated large-scale community events such as Family Fun Fest and that attracted visitors from surrounding regions.
- Developed communication channels to parents and to the community through the initiation of a monthly newsletter, Park News and with public news media (TV, radio, local papers)
- Developed arts and crafts program as outreach to day cares in Marathon
- Wrote and received grants for fishing poles from Fish Florida to conduct 2-4 fishing events per year. Developed partnerships with Florida Fish and Wildlife to educate youth further on fishing safety
- Developed sport programs including summer soccer league, youth tennis, start smart soccer and tennis
- Worked as team member with park-wide events, including Valentine parties, Halloween festivals, Holiday Lights community festivals
- Organized and set up beach programs including July 4 arts and crafts as well as beach games
- Developed Holiday Beach Festival during week between Christmas and New Year for massive numbers of tourists
- Assisted in park paperwork/reservations for all park pavilions
Education
Ph.D. -
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN1998-05
Master of Arts - Curriculum And InstructionElementary Level
Trevecca Nazarene University
Nashville, TN1992-12
Bachelor of Science - English Literature
Vanderbilt University
Nashville, TN1980-05
High School Diploma -
Christian County High School
Hopkinsville, KY1975-05
Skills
- Peer cooperation as team
- Excellent writing and marketing abilities
- Superb communication skills in dealing with public
- Ability to listen to others without expressing opinion
Timeline
Middle School Reading Teacher
Christian County Schools
2024.08 - 2024.12
Recreation Specialist
City of Marathon Parks and Recreation
2007.03 - 2023.03
Ph.D. -
Tennessee State University
Master of Arts - Curriculum And InstructionElementary Level
Trevecca Nazarene University
Bachelor of Science - English Literature
Vanderbilt University
High School Diploma -
Christian County High School