Kelly M. Geronimos
Orlando,FL
Summary
Experienced with developing curricula that meet educational standards and enhance student learning. Utilizes innovative instructional strategies to engage diverse learners and improve educational outcomes. Knowledge of educational technology and assessment methods to ensure effective curriculum implementation.
History of improving course strength and modernizing instruction with a fresh and forward-thinking approach to education. Bringing understanding of traditional and contemporary approaches, instructional strategies, and materials offerings.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher, 5th Grade
Pinecrest Academy Avalon, Orange County Charter School
07.2022 - Current
- Currently Teaching 5th grade, All Subjects
- Currently Facilitating After School Debate Club
- Taught ELA, Departmentalized, 2023-24 and 2024-25
- After School Reading and Writing Tutor 2023, 2024, 2025
- Recognized as a Top Contributing Teacher for National Poetry Contest, 2024
- Consistently Rated Highly Effective/Effective Teacher
Teacher, 5th Grade and 3rd Grade
Castle Creek Elementary School, Orange County Public Schools
07.2016 - 07.2022
- Currently Teaching 5th grade Language Arts and Social Studies classes
- Served on Literacy DPLC
- Served on Social Emotional Learning DPLC
- Coordinated Speech Contest
- Consistently Rated Highly Effective Teacher
Teacher 2nd Grade and 3rd Grade
Castle Creek Elementary School, Orange County Public Schools
07.2010 - 07.2015
- Chair of Literacy Committee
- Coordinated Literacy Night
- Tutored 3rd grade intensive reading group
Teacher, 6th Grade and 8th Grade
South Creek Middle School, Orange County Public Schools
08.2008 - 07.2010
- Taught 6th grade advanced reading
- Taught 8th grade intensive reading
Teacher, 3rd Grade
W. T. Moore Elementary School, Leon County Public Schools
07.2006 - 07.2008
- Taught third grade class
- Served on literacy, writing, and volunteer committees
- Mini Mu Math Club Co-Teacher
Personal Tutor
Club Z! In-home Tutoring
01.2006 - 01.2008
21st Century Program Counselor
Hartsfield Elementary School, Leon County Public Schools
03.2006 - 06.2006
- Developed and taught technology and science courses grades 3-5
- Assisted with math and reading instruction for grades 3-5
Substitute Teacher, Leon County Public Schools
02.2006 - 05.2006
Student Teacher, 3rd Grade
W.T. Moore Elementary, Leon County Public Schools
03.2005 - 09.2005
Head Counselor
Camp Live Oak
01.2004 - 01.2005
Education
Bachelors of Science - Elementary Education
Florida State University
01.2005
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Growth mindset
- Curriculum implementation
- Curriculum development
- Technology integration
- Literacy development
- Curriculum compliance with Florida
- Digital literacy
- Lesson delivery
- Creative lesson planning
Certification
- Elementary Education K-6
- Middle Grades Integrated 5-9
- Reading and ESOL Endorsement
Timeline
Teacher, 5th Grade
Pinecrest Academy Avalon, Orange County Charter School
07.2022 - Current
Teacher, 5th Grade and 3rd Grade
Castle Creek Elementary School, Orange County Public Schools
07.2016 - 07.2022
Teacher 2nd Grade and 3rd Grade
Castle Creek Elementary School, Orange County Public Schools
07.2010 - 07.2015
Teacher, 6th Grade and 8th Grade
South Creek Middle School, Orange County Public Schools
08.2008 - 07.2010
Teacher, 3rd Grade
W. T. Moore Elementary School, Leon County Public Schools
07.2006 - 07.2008
21st Century Program Counselor
Hartsfield Elementary School, Leon County Public Schools
03.2006 - 06.2006
Substitute Teacher, Leon County Public Schools
02.2006 - 05.2006
Personal Tutor
Club Z! In-home Tutoring
01.2006 - 01.2008
Student Teacher, 3rd Grade
W.T. Moore Elementary, Leon County Public Schools
03.2005 - 09.2005
Head Counselor
Camp Live Oak
01.2004 - 01.2005
Bachelors of Science - Elementary Education
Florida State University
Honors and Organizations
FSU Dean’s List: 2001, 2004, FSU Marching Chiefs: Medal of Honor (2004), Leadership (2003, 2004), TBZ National Honorary Service Sorority