Jennifer Gyford
Apollo Beach,FL
Summary
Accomplished Instructional Coach and Educational Speaker recognized for exceptional leadership and problem-solving abilities. Proven track record of implementing effective training programs that enhance employee engagement and performance. Adept at fostering team collaboration and driving organizational success through strategic oversight and motivational techniques. Core competencies include advanced supervisory skills, team building, and superior customer service.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Math Department Head
Robinson High School
01.2024 - Current
- Lead and manage the math department staff
- Set department goals and monitor progress
- Ensure alignment with state standards
- Oversee curriculum development and implementation
- Support teachers in effective instructional practices
- Facilitate professional development opportunities
- Analyze student performance data
- Use data to inform instructional improvements
- Conduct teacher evaluations
- Mentor and support new and experienced teachers
- Promote collaboration within the department
- Facilitate department meetings and PLCs
- Manage department resources and budget
- Ensure the availability of instructional materials
- Serve as the liaison between the department and administration
- Communicate department needs and achievements
- Monitor and support student progress
- Implement strategies to improve student outcomes
Math Instructional Coach
Sumner High School
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Collaborated with Administrators, Teachers, and other instructional coaches
- Provided individual and group coaching to instructional practices
- Analyzed data to identify areas for engagement, data-driven lessons, spiral retentions, standards-based grading, effective feedback, and assessment design
- Evaluate Student Teacher and Intern Performance
- Evaluate Lesson Plans, strategies, use of curriculum, and teaching style
Acting Assistant Principal
Sumner High School
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Managed student referrals and addressed disciplinary issues
- Handled tardiness and attendance tracking, ensuring timely and accurate record-keeping
- Communicated with parents regarding student behavior and discipline matters
- Conducted withdrawal confirmations and facilitated the students' transition
- Coordinated enrollment processes for Adult Education programs and Florida Virtual School
- Performed classroom walkthroughs to observe and assess the learning environment
- Assisted in conducting formal classroom evaluations
- Participated in meetings with teachers to discuss their evaluations and provide feedback in collaboration with the AP
- Assisted the Assistant Principal for Curriculum (APC) in coordinating the implementation of State and District Tests
- Ensured all aspects of testing, from preparation to execution, were handled efficiently and accurately
- Monitored testing processes to guarantee smooth operations and compliance with regulations
- Attended and contributed to administrative meetings, offering insights and updates on student affairs
Math Teacher
Sumner High School
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Conducted reviews of basic mathematics principles for struggling learners.
- Instructed mathematics at multiple levels, including standard, remedial, and advanced.
- Instructed students on essential principles and advanced mathematics topics.
- Guided class engagement in complex linear algebra, differential equations, and discrete mathematics topics.
- Implemented various educational strategies, including hands-on activities, demonstrations, and lecture sessions.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Maintained records of student attendance and grades in alignment with school standards.
- Aligned classroom instructional strategies with district, state, and national requirements.
- Recommended educational strategies and variations based on assessment data and experience.
- Integrated technology into classroom settings to engage students and diversify instruction.
- Crafted specialized instruction plans for learners with specific educational hurdles.
- Scheduled consistent office hours to guide students and offer support.
- Incorporated project-based learning activities that encouraged critical thinking about mathematics problems.
- Structured targeted learning strategies to simplify complex math subjects, including calculus and geometry.
- Documented student assignments, attendance, and test scores in online reporting systems.
- Delivered clear, informative lectures on subject matter framed to meet state standards.
- Prepared, administered and graded assignments and examinations.
Teacher
Corona-Norco Unified School District
01.2002 - 01.2021
Education
Master ED - Instructional Technology
California State University
Riverside06.2013
Bachelors of Arts - Liberal Studies/ Education
San Bernardino
San Bernardino06.2008
Mathematics K-10 Credential -
University of California
Skills
- Educational Leadership
- Department Head
- District Leadership Role
- Statistical Data Evaluation
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Professional Development
- Project Coordinator
- Public Speaker
- Curriculum and Instruction
- Team Leader
- Multi-Tiered Support Strategies
- Universal Design for Learning
- Educator Mentorship
- Performance Coaching
- Effective Classroom Management
- Positive Behavioral Interventions
- Response to Intervention
- Restorative Practices
- Conflict Management
- Instructional Design
- PLC Lead
- Interpersonal Leadership Abilities
- Effective Communication Skills
- Commitment to Excellence
- Google Certified Educator
- Canvas Trainer
- Synergy Tech Facilitator
- Apple Educator
- Microsoft Certified Educator
Affiliations
- NEA (National Education Association)
- CUE
- FETC (Future of Education Technology Conference)
- NCTM (National Council of Teachers of Mathematics)
- FCTM (Florida Council of Teachers of Mathematics)
- ISTE (International Society for Technology in Education)
- FAM (Florida Association of Mathematics Supervisors)
- Learning Leadership Symposium
Certification
- Florida Teaching Certificate Elementary Math 5-9
- Florida Leadership Certification FELE
Accomplishments
- Teacher Of The Year 2010-2011 - Corona-Norco Unified School District
- Congressional Educator Award - Two-time recipient for Outstanding STEM Integration at the Secondary Level
- California State Senate Educator Award - Three-time recipient for STEM and Discovery Education Integration
- District Leadership Award 2018 - Corona-Norco Unified School District
Work Availability
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Timeline
Math Department Head
Robinson High School
01.2024 - Current
Math Instructional Coach
Sumner High School
08.2022 - 01.2024
Acting Assistant Principal
Sumner High School
08.2022 - 01.2024
Math Teacher
Sumner High School
11.2021 - 05.2022
Teacher
Corona-Norco Unified School District
01.2002 - 01.2021
Master ED - Instructional Technology
California State University
Bachelors of Arts - Liberal Studies/ Education
San Bernardino
Mathematics K-10 Credential -
University of California
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