JoAnn Lind
Largo,Fl
Summary
Adept at developing and implementing successful training programs focused on improving performance, enhancing knowledge and developing employees. Well-organized and proactive with good communication and problem-solving abilities. I'm excited to provide an inspiring leadership experience to all with detailed knowledge of educational requirements. Complex problem-solver with analytical and driven mindset. Dedicated to achieving demanding development objectives according to tight schedules while producing impeccable results. Skilled Training Specialist highly effective a conducting personal and group training sessions focused on various topics. Enthusiastic personality with a hands-on, creative style. Ready to apply 15 years' experience to a challenging long-term position.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
PTR Certified Tennis Instructor
Wood Valley Racquet Club
- Created and ran up-to-date and relevant tennis drills
- Recruited and met with prospective student-athletes to discuss their experience and goals
- Trained student-athletes during the off-season
- Communicated effectively with parents, including organizing and leading meetings
- Fostered a culture of good sportsmanship, cooperation and responsibility
- Motivated and encouraged student athletes to do their best during practices and games.
PTR Certified Tennis Instructor
Seminole Lake Family Tennis
08.2018 - Current
- Created and ran up-to-date and relevant tennis drills
- Recruited and met with prospective student-athletes to discuss their experience and goals
- Trained student-athletes during the off-season
- Communicated effectively with parents, including organizing and leading meetings
- Fostered a culture of good sportsmanship, cooperation and responsibility
- Motivated and encouraged student athletes to do their best during practices and games
- Order and sell ALL tennis equipment
- Recruit prospective tennis players.
- Taught proper physical conditioning for maximum endurance, health, and safety.
- Coached established tennis players in advanced game techniques and competition strategies.
- Expanded professional knowledge and expertise through annual coaches' clinic participation.
- Guided outstanding players and students toward best tennis scholarship prospects.
- Created and organized off-season tennis camps for [Number] years.
- Offered constructive feedback to clients to help reach goals.
- Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
- Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
Instructional Staff Developer
Pinellas County Schools
07.2015 - Current
- Provided 80 teachers with intensive instructional coaching to help improve instruction as well as student success
- Developed and updated tracking spreadsheets for progress monitoring, reporting and analyzing a triangulation of data
- Worked with administration to identify internal talent and plan development pathways
- Assisted with development of effective recruitment and hiring strategies
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work
- (740 scholars) Created and managed project plans, timelines and school budgets
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies
- (80 teachers) Generated reports, detailing findings, and recommendations for staff and scholars
- Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
- Monitored employee performance to look for areas in need of improvement.
- Performed reviews of employee work performance to check for areas in need of additional training.
- Assisted with development of effective recruitment and hiring strategies.
- Developed and delivered new hire training programs and continuous professional development.
- Created and managed continuous improvement classes and training programs targeted to new employees.
- Collaborated with department supervisors to identify talented employees and plan out paths for development and promotion.
- Contributed ideas and suggestions in team meetings and delivered updates on deadlines, designs, and enhancements.
- Analyzed work to generate logic for new systems, procedures and tests.
Literacy Coach
Pinellas County Schools
08.2015 - 07.2016
- Planned and implemented lessons utilizing a variety of teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs
- (1250 Scholars) Built and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators
- Analyzed a triangulation of student data, diagnosed instructional needs and identified research-based instructional strategies
- Provided direction and coordination to teachers and provided ongoing feedback and professional development based on areas of need
- Developed various professional development targeted around specific topics based on student and teacher trends
- Developed methods to motivate and engage students and teachers in learning
- Modeled innovative lessons for daily or weekly instruction
- Supported teachers in development of critical thinking skills and perseverance to persist with challenging tasks.
- Guided teachers to collect and analyze data and developed action plans in response to determined student needs.
- Assessed literacy needs of school by reviewing student data and current curriculum.
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of literacy improvement action and communicated results to teachers and administrators.
Fourth Grade ELA and Writing Teacher
08.2015 - 07.2016
- Implemented reading and writing lessons and strategies with clear objectives to help students become successful lifelong readers and writers
- I was the lead teacher for the Iclass after school program where I organized students, activities, and worked collaboratively with other Iclass teachers
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
Ninth Grade ELA/Reading Teacher
Orange county Public Schools
08.2014 - 08.2015
- Established positive relationships with intensive ninth grade reading students
- Worked with small groups to help build understanding of the reading standards being taught and strategies to improve reading skills
- Provided a broad range of instructional techniques to maximize learning while using the Read 180 system
- Provided extra help during lunch and after school for those struggling learners who needed a little extra help
- Generated many successful interventions to help meet the needs of a variety of different students
- Won an academic success award for having 93% of scholars make instructional gains.
Seventh/Eighth Grade Reading Teacher
08.2013 - 01.2014
- Established clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects using Read 180 and Systems 44 program
- Tutored children individually and in small groups to help them with difficult concepts
- Employed a broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximize learning
- Implemented remedial programs for students requiring extra assistance
- Worked outside normal hours to be available to answer parent and student questions
- Differentiated instruction according to student ability and skill level.
Reading and Math Staff Developer K-3
Usd 437
08.2007 - 01.2013
- Provide reading and math interventions for first through third grade students and teachers
- Regularly prepared spreadsheets using a triangulation of data to determine intervention needs
- Designed specific and detailed plans to help students become successful independent learners
- Demonstrated a variety of reading and math interventions and strategies to be used in the classroom for teachers
- Observed and assessed student performance and kept thorough records of progress
- Collaborated with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning and student engagement.
- Monitored employee performance to look for areas in need of improvement.
- Performed reviews of employee work performance to check for areas in need of additional training.
Student Improvement Team Facilitator
USD 437
08.1997 - 01.2013
- Facilitate weekly meetings with parents and teachers to generate successful intervention ideas
- Collect progress monitoring data to chart student growth in a specific targeted area of struggle
- Schedule meetings and communicate with parents, teachers and stakeholders of any changes that may need to be made in a students' plan.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
- Trained and mentored [Number] new personnel hired to fulfill various roles.
First Grade Teacher
08.1998 - 08.2007
- Established clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects
- Implemented remedial programs for students requiring extra assistance
- Improved students' reading levels through guided reading groups along with whole group instruction
- Worked outside normal hours to be available to answer parent and student questions
- Differentiated instruction according to student ability and skill level
- Created a specific phonics/phonemic awareness program to help struggling readers.
College Retention Specialist
St. Pete College
08.2017 - 06.2022
- Monitored student action plans aligned with educational, post-secondary and career objectives.
- Developed and implemented intervention and retention plans to drive student success.
- Provided academic and personal guidance, advising and referral services to students.
- Identified student behaviors indicating lack of academic progress.
- Worked closely with students, outreach service providers and other staff and faculty to assist students.
- Collaborated with faculty, staff and students to identify and address institutional challenges.
- Implemented strategies to increase student recruiting, engagement and retention.
- Guided and supported faculty and staff in development of new programs.
- Coordinated and supervised academic advising activities.
- Devised programs to promote diversity and inclusion among staff, faculty and students.
Education
Master of Science - Reading Specialist
Emporia State University
01.2009
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Southwestern College
01.1997
Robert E. Lee High School
01.1993
Skills
- Excel
- Microsoft Programs
- Teams
- Zoom
- Training and Development
- Performance Improvement Tracking
- Curriculum Planning and Implementation
- Customer Service
- Communication Skills
- Hiring Processes
- Instructional Support
- Educational Leadership
- Staff Leadership
- Learning Outcomes Tracking
- Staff Scheduling
- Sales
Accomplishments
- Teacher of the year nominee
- PTR Certified Tennis Instructor – Seminole Lake Family Tennis Seminole, Florida and Wood Valley Racquet club
- Innovative Teacher with Pinellas County Schools
- Instructional Staff Developer
- Designed and conducted professional development workshops in Guided Reading for Pauline Central staff (43 Teachers) in 2010 along with Student Improvement Team in-service in 2012
- Led a comprehensive after school enrichment program at Pauline Central Primary (348 Students)
- Team Building and Leadership (98 employees)
- Facilitated weekly Student Improvement Team meetings with parents and teachers to help find successful interventions for students
- Developed new learning centers for reading assistance
- Competitive USTA tennis player who has gone to sectionals for the last 7 years as well as Nationals
- Mentor to students (150) who need extra support with home, family, or school
- Middle school track and field assistant coach
- High School Golf and Tennis coach
- SIOP and AVID training
- Read 180 and System 44 Training
- After school tutoring program (SWAG)
- Youth Mental Health (YMHFA) certified
- Title 1 Specialist
Timeline
PTR Certified Tennis Instructor
Seminole Lake Family Tennis
08.2018 - Current
College Retention Specialist
St. Pete College
08.2017 - 06.2022
Literacy Coach
Pinellas County Schools
08.2015 - 07.2016
Fourth Grade ELA and Writing Teacher
08.2015 - 07.2016
Instructional Staff Developer
Pinellas County Schools
07.2015 - Current
Ninth Grade ELA/Reading Teacher
Orange county Public Schools
08.2014 - 08.2015
Seventh/Eighth Grade Reading Teacher
08.2013 - 01.2014
Reading and Math Staff Developer K-3
Usd 437
08.2007 - 01.2013
First Grade Teacher
08.1998 - 08.2007
Student Improvement Team Facilitator
USD 437
08.1997 - 01.2013
PTR Certified Tennis Instructor
Wood Valley Racquet Club
Master of Science - Reading Specialist
Emporia State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Southwestern College
Robert E. Lee High School