Hannah Richardson
Lakeland
Summary
Professional Summary
Educator transitioning from adult corrections education to K–12, bringing experience in literacy instruction, structured teaching practices, and supportive classroom environments. Skilled in adapting learning for diverse readiness levels and building strong rapport with students. Dedicated to nurturing students’ potential and creating an environment where growth can flourish. Committed to creating clear, engaging instruction and contributing positively to a school community.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adult Education Instructor
Polk Correctional Institution
Polk City, FL
01.2021 - Current
- Teach reading, writing, and language arts aligned with Florida Standards for GED preparation.
- Deliver structured lectures and model academic skills, problem-solving processes, and writing routines.
- Adapt instruction for learners with varied literacy levels, interrupted schooling, and diverse educational needs.
- Develop individual learning plans using diagnostic data, CASAS scores, and performance trends.
- Conduct CASAS analysis and RTD review to identify growth areas and guide instruction.
- Design projects that promote analysis, real-world application, and critical thinking.
- Incorporate media, visual resources, and challenge-based activities to support engagement.
- Provide instruction to CTE and work-release participants through in-person and Zoom-based classes.
- Use formative assessments and targeted test-prep routines to support mastery.
- Maintain a calm, respectful classroom environment grounded in consistency and clear expectations.
Education
Educator Preparation Institute
St. Johns River State College
B.A. - Criminology
University of South Florida
Skills
- Instructional planning for varied readiness levels
- Clear modeling, guided practice, and structured delivery
- Consistent, respectful classroom management
- Inquiry-driven and application-focused learning design
- Effective use of media and visual strategies
- Data-informed instructional decisions
- Development and monitoring of individualized learning plans
- Strong communication across in-person and remote formats
- Collaborative work with correctional and educational teams
Certification
- Florida Professional Educator Certificate
- Art K–12
Professional Development
- Statewide Corrections Education Summit (annual four-day PD)
- Workforce development
- Bureau of Education initiatives
- CTE alignment
- Higher education in prison/Pell reinstatement
- Educator certification
- Compass 180 work/life skills
- Pre-release employment connections
- Applied assessment strategies in math/science/technology
- Adult-literacy instruction and evidence-based reading practices
Timeline
Adult Education Instructor
Polk Correctional Institution
01.2021 - Current
Educator Preparation Institute
St. Johns River State College
B.A. - Criminology
University of South Florida