Kelly Gardner
Navarre,FL
Summary
Experienced teacher with a strong focus on fostering positive relationships, conflict resolution, and differentiated instruction. Proven ability to create a collaborative classroom environment that supports student growth and enhances learning outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Holley Navarre Middle School
Navarre, FL
08.2006 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student collaboration and mutual respect.
- Provide immediate feedback to students in a friendly and positive manner.
- Prioritized establishing positive relationships with students and parents to ensure students felt safe and recognized in my class.
- Leveraged technology tools to enhance learning experiences and track student progress.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and instructional strategies.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Paraprofessional
Center for Learning Unlimited
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
05.2005 - 05.2006
- Supported individualized education plans by assisting students in achieving academic and behavioral goals.
- Provided both educational and emotional support to students in crisis situations.
- Built positive relationships with students built on trust and mutual respects.
- Conducted learning activities outside the classroom through community based learning.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to foster positive classroom environments.
- Engaged with parents and guardians to communicate student progress and address concerns.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Rollins College
Winter Garden, FL05-2005
Skills
- Relationship building
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Communication with parents, students, staff and administrators
- Conflict resolution
- Collaborative learning
- Differentiated instruction
- Feedback implementation
Accomplishments
- Won “Teacher of the Year” award at Holley Navarre Middle School in 2014.
- State of Florida recognized "High Impact Teacher" for Middle School Math based on standardized test scores.
- Math Department Head for 8 years.
- Curriculum Implementation - Taught reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art and career education to pupils utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education.
Certification
- Multigrade Integrated Curriculum
- Social Science
- ESOL
- Reading Endorsement
Timeline
Teacher
Holley Navarre Middle School
08.2006 - Current
Paraprofessional
Center for Learning Unlimited
05.2005 - 05.2006
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Rollins College