Martha Milne
Fort Myers,FL
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Florida Gulf Coast University, specializing in mentoring aspiring teachers and promoting best practice teaching. Skilled in delivering actionable feedback and fostering professional development for Student Teachers, I focus on teaching effective lesson planning and delivery, resulting in strong student engagement and performance. Committed to excellence in education and continuous improvement for the Student Teachers under my instruction.
Overview
57
57
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Internship Supervisor
Florida Gulf Coast University
01.2007 - Current
- Supervise Student Teachers' field placements, ensuring compliance with university policies and procedures.
- Mentor Student Teachers, fostering professional development, elevating communication skills, and enhancing professional performance.
- Implement process improvements to increase effectiveness in planning and delivery of lessons, positive classroom management, and smooth operation of daily routines.
Guest Teacher
Lee County School District
04.2004 - 05.2013
- Delivered engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster and maintain a safe and productive learning environment, and develop positive student interactions.
- Adapted instructional techniques based on real-time feedback and student performance.
- Applied curriculum and resource materials provided by the regular teacher to be used in their absence
- Developed and delivered my own appropriate lessons for use when no guest teacher plans were available (For example: long term assignment with the advanced and intermediate orchestras at N. Ft. Myers High School. Daily practice and skill development with assigned scores, such as Smetana's "Moldau". Took both orchestras to Regional and FL State Music Performance Assessments where they achieved"superior" and "excellent" ratings respectively.
- Collaborated and cooperated with colleagues as appropriate.
Adjunct Instructor
Florida Gulf Coast University
05.2011 - 07.2011
- Developed course materials and syllabi aligned with university standards.
- Facilitated engaging classroom discussions to enhance student learning experiences.
- Assessed student performance through examinations, projects, and participation metrics.
- Mentored students in academic writing and research methodologies to support their success.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to improve course delivery and student engagement.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Strengthened critical thinking skills through problem-solving exercises and open-ended questions.
- Tailored lesson plans to accommodate various learning styles, resulting in better understanding for all students.
Air Line Ticket Sales Representative
Delta Air Lines Global Services
09.1999 - 09.2001
- Facilitated ticket sales through effective communication and customer engagement.
- Managed ticket inventory using industry-specific software for accurate tracking.
- Assisted customers with inquiries, ensuring a positive purchasing experience.
- Trained new staff on sales techniques and customer service best practices.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth operations during high-volume periods.
- Addressed and resolved customer issues and escalated any unresolved problems to appropriate management to promote good customer relations and provide resolution.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service throughout the ticket purchasing process.
- Maintained accurate records of transactions, reconciling daily sales reports for financial accuracy.
Supervisor(Operations; Customer Care, Training)
Delta Air Lines
10.1969 - 03.1998
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations, efficiency standards, and company policies.
- Addressed customer satisfaction with timely response to concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Trained and mentored staff (including creation of training materials for systemwide implementation) on sales and service excellence and operational procedures.
Classroom Teacher
Miami-Dade County School District
08.1968 - 06.1969
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to foster a positive learning environment.
- Assessed student progress using various assessment methods, including standardized testing and individualized evaluations.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum and instructional strategies.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student performance and behavioral concerns.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching effectiveness and educational strategies.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
Education
Curriculum And Instruction
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL08-1967
Skills
- Guidance for aspiring educators
- Goal oriented: Focus on enhancing best practice capabilities, including effective lesson planning and delivery, positive classroom management and application of routines, encouragement of cooperative collaboration with colleagues,and involvement in related school, district, and community events and activities
- Promotion of professional development opportunities
- Regular observation (in-person and virtual) of performance
- Delivery of appropriate actionable feedback as well as progress reviews and assessments
Certification
Florida State Teaching Certificate - Language Arts, grades 6-12
Timeline
Adjunct Instructor
Florida Gulf Coast University
05.2011 - 07.2011
Internship Supervisor
Florida Gulf Coast University
01.2007 - Current
Guest Teacher
Lee County School District
04.2004 - 05.2013
Air Line Ticket Sales Representative
Delta Air Lines Global Services
09.1999 - 09.2001
Curriculum And Instruction
Florida Atlantic University
Supervisor(Operations; Customer Care, Training)
Delta Air Lines
10.1969 - 03.1998
Classroom Teacher
Miami-Dade County School District
08.1968 - 06.1969
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