Heather Strawn
Plant City
Summary
Experienced site coordinator skilled in creating lessons and managing outcomes who possesses strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring seamless execution. Known for creative problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively under pressure, contributing to successful outcomes. Strengths include communication skills, team leadership abilities, and problem-solving acumen, while meeting project deadlines.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
AVID Site Coordinator/Student Government Sponsor/Manager
Plant City High School
Plant City
08.2018 - Current
- Instruct and mentor students in college and career readiness strategies.
- Collect and analyze program data to ensure certification and performance metrics are met.
- Lead and support a team of AVID instructors in maintaining program standards.
- Establish and maintain relationships with local businesses and universities.
- Provide mentorship for new educators and students to foster growth and success.
- Cultivate a positive and engaging school culture.
- Coordinate and oversee campus events.
- Facilitate collaboration between students and teacher organizations.
- Manage vendor partnerships and event logistics.
- Oversee financial management and budgeting for athletic programs.
- Supervise personnel and logistics for athletic events.
- Serve as the liaison between district and school-level operations.
- Prepare financial documentation for annual audits.
- Develop and implement curriculum for teacher training sessions.
- Lead instructional sessions on effective teaching strategies.
- Collaborate with administration to enhance professional learning opportunities.
AVID College Readiness Elective Teacher
Marshall Middle School
Plant City
08.2008 - 05.2019
- Collaborated with team leads to ensure curriculum fidelity and effectiveness.
- Collected and analyzed data for program evaluation and improvement.
- Organized college visits and field trips for student engagement.
- Trained teachers in AVID strategies to enhance student learning.
- Led meetings and facilitated communication among educators.
- Organized and analyzed student data to improve instruction.
- Planned and coordinated events for students and staff.
- Managed student meetings and events.
- Worked closely with administration to support student initiatives.
- Ensured accurate budgeting and financial tracking for club activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL12-2007
Skills
- Program & Personnel Management
- Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking
- Communication & Collaboration
- Leadership & Mentorship
- Training & Professional Development
- Event coordination
- Curriculum development
- Instructional strategies
- Relationship building
- Organizational skills
- Transportation coordination
- Scheduling coordination
- Community outreach
- Site operations planning
- Training and mentoring
- Report preparation
- Fundraising expertise
- Volunteer recruitment
- Volunteer scheduling
Certification
- Professional Teaching Certificate Florida, 2009
References
- Thomas Warnock, 8132995632
- David Vance, 4239996378
- Sherlyn Laurelli, 8137637006
Awards
- Outstanding AVID Program, Hillsborough County Schools, 2023
- Teacher of the Year, Plant City High School, 2021
- Teacher of the Year, Marshall Middle School, 2018
Timeline
AVID Site Coordinator/Student Government Sponsor/Manager
Plant City High School
08.2018 - Current
AVID College Readiness Elective Teacher
Marshall Middle School
08.2008 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of South Florida