Heather Brown
Orlando
Summary
Successful English Teacher with expertise in building engaging lesson plans and communicating ideas to foster student comprehension. Expert in adapting course materials to meet established standards and individual academic capabilities. Well-versed in motivating students to meet learning objectives.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
High School English Teacher
Pine Castle Christian Academy
Orlando, FL
07.2024 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to enhance student learning experiences.
- Implemented diverse instructional strategies to accommodate varying student learning styles and needs.
- Facilitated classroom discussions that fostered critical thinking and effective communication among students.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback to promote academic growth.
- Collaborated with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects, integrating literature and writing across subjects.
- Mentored new teachers in classroom management techniques and best practices for instructional delivery.
- Established positive relationships with students and parents to support a collaborative educational environment.
- Promoted critical thinking skills by challenging students to analyze literary texts and express their interpretations in written assignments.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing consistent expectations and consequences for all students.
Teaching Assistant
Center Academy
Orlando, FL
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Supported students' academic progress by providing one-on-one attention to help guide learning and comprehension.
- Assisted lead teacher with grading assignments, maintaining records and preparing for class sessions.
- Helped students master equipment or materials assigned by classroom teachers.
- Supervised children to maintain classroom safety and order during short teacher absences.
- Led small groups in planned activities, projects, and reading lessons.
- Collaborated with lead teacher to identify and address students' behavioral issues.
- Monitored outdoor recess and physical education activities for compliance with rules and safety guidelines.
- Assisted classroom teachers with maintaining inventory, organizing educational materials and preparing instructional documents.
- Operated and cared for equipment used in classroom for instructional purposes.
- Worked with head teacher to encourage student enthusiasm for learning process and development of good study habits.
- Assisted with copying and filing papers, supporting teachers with administrative tasks.
- Taught students about positive social behaviors and skills for building relationships with others.
- Checked, evaluated and graded tests, homework and other student assignments.
- Reinforced classroom rules, maintaining order and supervising student behavior.
- Tutored individuals and small groups of students in specific assignments and given topics.
- Supported safe, well-organized, and engaging classroom conducive to productive learning environment.
- Established strong rapport with students and teachers using active listening and professional communication skills.
- Attended to care of students, including special needs individuals.
Camp Counselor
Winshape Camps
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Kept track of allergies and dietary restrictions, verifying correct meals and snacks were given to campers.
- Assisted with maintenance and upkeep of campgrounds to promote clean environment.
- Assisted in preparing recreational materials and supplies for each activity.
- Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.
- Encouraged team performance to increase camaraderie, trust and rapport.
- Monitored participation in recreational activities to provide assistance to participants.
- Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
- Instructed campers to observe proper behavior and etiquette to avoid conflicts and unruly activities.
- Implemented rules and regulations to enforce discipline and compliance.
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Kept athletic and games equipment and facilities organized and maintained.
- Trained staff members on conducting events and following safety procedures.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
- Worked with 20 elementary-aged students every day.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English, Minor in Education
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL05-2024
Skills
- Dynamic Communication Skills
- Supporting Student Needs
- Working With Others
- Effective Planning
- Supervising Groups
- Conflict Management
- Grammar expertise
- Classroom management
- Time management
- Teacher collaboration
Certification
TEFL Certification
Timeline
High School English Teacher
Pine Castle Christian Academy
07.2024 - Current
Teaching Assistant
Center Academy
08.2023 - 05.2024
Camp Counselor
Winshape Camps
05.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - English, Minor in Education
University of Central Florida
Community Service
Discovery Middle School, Volunteer Teaching Assistant, 2023, Volunteer Teaching Assistant, Discovery Middle School, 2023
Ministry Experience
- LifeQuest Church
- Worship Team member (2010-2020)
- Played Bass, Piano, and Guitar
- One of the backup singers
- Youth Group Worship Leader (2018-2020)
- Volunteered during church events
- Youth fundraisers
- Community outreach events
- Winshape Camps (2021-2022)
- Worked as a counselor at a Christian day camp where I worked with children and taught them the Gospel. I was able to lead several children to Christ while working here.
- Mission Trips
- MissionToJapan (2023)
- Month-long mission where we helped a university English club with their English with the hopes of building relationships with them to share the Gospel with them.