HEATHER KANEER
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Baker
Self-employeed
Jacksonville, FL
08.2019 - Current
- Complied with health and safety codes to protect staff and customers.
- Packaged and labeled baked goods with accurate descriptions and ingredients.
- Frosted and iced cakes, cupcakes, and cookies.
- Resolved customer concerns with positive approach and constructive strategies.
- Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.
- Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
- Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling and measuring ingredients and operating mixer.
Third Grade Teacher
Clay County School Board
Orange Park, FL
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
Varying Exceptionalities Teacher
Clay County School Board
Orange Park, FL
08.2008 - 06.2016
- Maintained records and progress reports for each student in IEP program.
- Taught 2-15 students according to individual intellectual, physical, emotional and psychological needs.
- Assessed learning needs and developed IEPs for students with physical, cognitive, and emotional disabilities.
- Developed differentiated lesson plans to address varying learning needs.
- Submitted reports according to state and local educational agencies.
- Provide ELA and math support instruction for students with disabilities to guide participation and enhance day-to-day success and performance on tests.
- Assessed students' individual needs to prepare and implement individualized lesson plans to achieve school district's objectives.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Clay County School Board
Orange Park, FL
08.2006 - 06.2008
- Organized lesson plans using teaching software for long-term interim assignments.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Diversified classroom instruction and group activities to successfully support students with unique strengths and learning styles.
- Leveraged classroom discussion strategies to engage students, promote topics and boost learning opportunities.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Took notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to primary teacher.
Tutor
Huntington Learning Center
Orange Park, FL
08.2006 - 06.2008
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Identified learning needs and implemented fun and engaging learning activities to help students advance.
Nanny
GRIMES FAMILY
Middleburg, FL
07.2005 - 07.2006
- Supported children in play activities, meals and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Prepared tasty, healthy meals for children to encourage good eating habits.
- Played games, worked on puzzles and read books to young children.
First Grade Elementary Classroom Teacher
ORANGE PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
Orange Park, FL
08.2004 - 06.2005
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments and assessments and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses and learning patterns.
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP AND PSYCHOLOGY
Palm Beach Atlantic University - West Palm Beach
West Palm Beach, FL06.2004
High School Diploma -
Middleburg High School
Middleburg, FL06.1999
Skills
- Quality Evaluation
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Email Software
- Perceptual Speed
- Recipe Adaptation
- Ingredients Measurement
- Mixing and Blending
- Differentiated Instruction
- Differentiated Learning Techniques
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Student-Centered Learning
- Learning Assessments
- Special Education
TRAVELING
My family and I love to travel. We want to see everything that this beautiful world has to offer. This past year we traveled to Paris, Italy, New York, Arizona, Utah, California, and Nevada.
Timeline
Baker
Self-employeed
08.2019 - Current
Third Grade Teacher
Clay County School Board
08.2016 - 05.2017
Varying Exceptionalities Teacher
Clay County School Board
08.2008 - 06.2016
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Clay County School Board
08.2006 - 06.2008
Tutor
Huntington Learning Center
08.2006 - 06.2008
Nanny
GRIMES FAMILY
07.2005 - 07.2006
First Grade Elementary Classroom Teacher
ORANGE PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
08.2004 - 06.2005
Bachelor of Arts - CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP AND PSYCHOLOGY
Palm Beach Atlantic University - West Palm Beach
High School Diploma -
Middleburg High School
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