Hillary Land
Milton,FL
Summary
Dedicated educator passionate about unlocking the potential within every student. Committed to fostering a creative and safe learning environment that promotes student success and encourages risk-taking. Building strong connections with students enhances the educational experience by understanding their interests, learning styles, strengths, and struggles. Striving for excellence in teaching practices establishes a solid foundation for lifelong learning in the classroom.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten and First Grade Teacher
OJ Semmes Elementary
08.2022 - Current
- Provided interventions to students in RTI process
- Wrote KG and 1st grade lessons aligned with B.E.S.T. standards
- Served as KG Department Chair
- Looped up from KG to 1st to provide stability and consistency to my students
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
ESE High School Teacher
Gretchen Everhart Center School
08.2019 - 05.2022
- Attended Annual and Initial IEP, 3-Year Reevaluation and PST meetings for students in HS
- Collected data on IEP goals for the following domains: Curriculum and Learning, Independent Functioning, Communication, Independent Functioning, and Social/Emotional Behavior
- Modified lesson plans and differentiated instruction to accommodate students with severe disabilities
- Taught students who were on Access Points through a modified curriculum, Unique Learning System
- Wrote IEP goals for HS students based on their present levels and current educational needs
ESE PreK and Kindergarten
Fort Braden Elementary-Middle
08.2013 - 05.2018
- Wrote IEP goals for students in Pre-K based on their performance on the Battelle Developmental Inventory
- Facilitated Dismissals Reevaluation and Initial IEP meetings
- Prepared lessons aligned with KG Common Core standards
- Used formative assessments to gauge comprehension in real-time and adjusted instruction as needed; used data to drive instruction
- Provided interventions to students in Tier 2 and 3 in the RTI process
- Served as KG Department Chair for 3 years
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Exceptional Education (K-12), Elementary Education (K-6)
Flagler College
Tallahassee, FL05.2013
Skills
- Excel spreadsheet management and Word processing expertise
- Experience with Liquid Office
- PowerPoint proficiency
- Skilled in managing online meetings with Google Meet and Calendar
- Skilled in Microsoft Teams communication tools
- Experience with Canvas platform
- Enhancing student interaction
- Effective classroom management
- Proficient in establishing positive rapports with families and learners
- Flexibility in dynamic environments
- Strong organizational abilities
- Tailored teaching strategies
- Diverse learning strategies
- Educational planning
- Strong organizational abilities
- Data gathering and thorough progress monitoring
- Effective time management
- Effective multitasking
- Collaborative communication with parents
Accomplishments
- Governor’s Shine Award (2015)
- President's Honor Roll at Flagler College (2012-2013)
- Dean's List at Flagler College (2011-2012)
Certification
- State of Florida Teaching License
- Reading Endorsement
- ESOL Certification
- CPI Certification
Training
- Trauma Sensitive Classroom
- Collaborative Teaching Partnerships: Planning
- IReady
- 90 Minute Literacy Block
- Foundational Reading Skills
- K-5 B.E.S.T.
- Savvas
- Wonders KG-1
- Imagine it! KG-1
- Go Math! KG
- Building Relationships with Parents
- Reading Master KG-1
- Battelle Developmental Inventory
- Crisis Prevention Institute
- Highly Engaged Inclusive Classroom
- Autism PLC
- Common Core Math, ELA & Overview of Standards
- Jason Foundation
- Matrix
- Sanford Harmony
- Microsoft TEAMS for Beginners
- ESE Unique Basics
- Dyslexia and Dysgraphia
- Focus
Timeline
Kindergarten and First Grade Teacher
OJ Semmes Elementary
08.2022 - Current
ESE High School Teacher
Gretchen Everhart Center School
08.2019 - 05.2022
ESE PreK and Kindergarten
Fort Braden Elementary-Middle
08.2013 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Exceptional Education (K-12), Elementary Education (K-6)
Flagler College