Heather Monteleone
Winter Haven
Summary
Dedicated educator with strong classroom management and student engagement skills. Proven ability to create dynamic lesson plans and foster positive relationships, ensuring a supportive learning environment.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Polk County Public Schools
Winter Haven, FL
08.2019 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Facilitated classroom management strategies to promote a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects enhancing student engagement.
- Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods, ensuring targeted support for individual needs.
- Grades taught: second grade, third grade, fifth grade
Server
Ruby Tuesday
Winter Haven, FL
12.2015 - 04.2017
- Delivered exceptional customer service to enhance guest experiences and drive repeat business.
- Managed multiple tables efficiently, ensuring timely food and beverage delivery.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure accuracy in orders and presentation standards.
- Trained new servers on menu offerings, service protocols, and company policies.
CNA and Med Technician
Brookdale Senior Living Facility
Winter Haven, FL
01.2010 - 12.2015
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, enhancing overall quality of life.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely interventions.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team to develop and implement personalized care plans.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lake Region High School
Winter Haven, FLAssociate of Arts -
Polk State College
Winter Haven, FLBachelor of Science -
Polk State College
Lakeland, FL05-2019
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Growth mindset
- Classroom instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Child development
Timeline
Teacher
Polk County Public Schools
08.2019 - Current
Server
Ruby Tuesday
12.2015 - 04.2017
CNA and Med Technician
Brookdale Senior Living Facility
01.2010 - 12.2015
High School Diploma -
Lake Region High School
Associate of Arts -
Polk State College
Bachelor of Science -
Polk State College
K-3 Educator of the Year FLAEYC 2025
I wa nominated in August 2025 for the Florida Association for the Education of Young Children's K-3rd Grade Teacher of the Year Award. This was the inaugural year for these awards and I was the first winner of the K-3rd ward.