Elementary school teacher with 13 years of experience in meeting the needs of diverse learners. Passionate about fostering learning and growth amongst students and colleagues.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Orange County Public Schools
Sun Blaze Elementary
08.2016 - Current
Fourth Grade ELA and Social Studies Teacher, 2020-present
Fourth Grade ELA Team Lead, 2023-present
Fifth Grade ELA and Social Studies Teacher, 2018-2020
Second Grade Teacher, 2016-2018
Planned for and implemented MTSS process
Differentiated instruction for diverse learners including ESE, ESOL, and 504 students
Data analysis to drive instruction
Planned and delivered standard-based instruction via whole group and small group
Member/Leader in weekly PLC meetings
Provide support to new and beginning teachers
Elementary School Teacher
Osceola County School District
Cypress Elementary School
08.2011 - 05.2016
Kindergarten Teacher
Teacher of the Year Nominee for the 2015-2016 school year
Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading lessons.
Developed grade level appropriate curriculum and led classroom instruction in all core subject areas
Use STAR Early Literacy assessment data to identify students for intervention, develop individualized instruction, and to monitor progress
Team Leader and PLC Lead 2014-2015
Adapted instruction to meet the unique needs of ESE, ESOL, and 504 students
Hosted Junior Intern and served as a new teacher mentor
Assisted in the planning of school functions
Field trip coordinator
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Special Education
Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania
Lock Haven, Pennsylvania
05.2011
Skills
Organization
Time Management
Adaptability
Data Driven Instruction
Teamwork
Computer Skills
Creativity
Patience
Compassion
Related Experience
Orange County Public Schools- Facilitative Coaching Series
Osceola County School District- ELA Curriculum Writing Team and Math Solutions Training Facilitator
Certification
Elementary Education (K-6)
Exceptional Student Education (K-12)
Education of Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
Reading Endorsement
References
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Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Orange County Public Schools
08.2016 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
Osceola County School District
08.2011 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Special Education