Mimi May
Lake Worth Beach,FL
Summary
Dynamic leader and adept communicator with a proven track record in public policy and educational enhancement. At the City of Lake Worth Beach and the School District of Palm Beach County, I spearheaded initiatives that significantly improved community engagement and student academic performance. Skilled in partnership building and adaptability, I excel in transforming challenges into opportunities for growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
City Commissioner, District 3
City of Lake Worth Beach
03.2024 - Current
- Voting on legislation to further growth and sustainability of Lake Worth Beach
- Negotiating/Approving city budget ($190 million)
- Reviewing land usage within a city
- Deciding how best to improve quality of life for ALL residents
- Attending all commission meetings, workshops, and special events - prepared to take action in the best interest of City of Lake Worth Beach
- Interacting with news media to answer questions and provide comments for stories
- Meeting with constituents and local business owners to discuss issues and opportunities
- Approving contracts and bids for city projects
- Regulating land use by creating or modifying zoning ordinances
- Representing the community and constituents during meetings and hearings with higher government officials, such as at the county or state level
- Establishing long- and short-term goals for the commission and the city
- Establishing tax rates for the city
Math Teacher: Bak Middle School of the Arts
School District of Palm Beach County
08.2007 - Current
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Adapted teaching style to accommodate diverse learning needs, resulting in improved academic performance for all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting a deeper understanding of mathematical connections across subjects.
- Implemented data-driven instruction by analyzing student performance data to inform lesson planning and differentiation strategies.
- Organized extracurricular math clubs and competitions to promote enthusiasm for mathematics beyond the classroom setting.
- Led professional development workshops for fellow math teachers on integrating technology into the classroom, enhancing overall department effectiveness.
Education
Master of Education -
Canisius College
Buffalo, NY05-2001
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Sociology, Education
Middlebury College
Middlebury, Vermont05-1996
Skills
- Leadership
- Meeting Facilitation
- Media Relations
- Public Policy
- Board Relations
- Crisis Management
- Partnership Building
- Good Judgment
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Professional and Courteous
Timeline
City Commissioner, District 3
City of Lake Worth Beach
03.2024 - Current
Math Teacher: Bak Middle School of the Arts
School District of Palm Beach County
08.2007 - Current
Master of Education -
Canisius College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Sociology, Education
Middlebury College
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