Mitzi Flanders
Milton,Florida
Summary
Educator with 12+ years of experience in instructional design, differentiation, and collaboration. Adept at planning, multitasking, and utilizing technology to enhance organizational efficiency. Proven leader with a track record of supporting professional growth and fostering inclusive work environments.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
Work History
Elementary Education Teacher Grades K-6, Exceptional Student Education Teacher, Social Thinking/Autism Grades 3-5, Remote Teacher Grade 4, ESE Inclusion Grades 3-5
Santa Rosa County School District
09.2011 - 07.2024
- Collaborated with general educators to design differentiated lessons, fostering inclusive learning environments for special education students
- Designed and implemented individualized education plans for students with disabilities
- Communicated with parents and colleagues to ensure students’ needs were being individually met
- Completed data entry of grades and observations in timely manner
- Implemented remote education using FLVS, adapting instruction to online platforms and ensuring continuity of learning during challenging times
- Served as Microsoft Innovator Educator to assist in technology needs
- Completed professional development courses to stay current on best practices in elementary education, applying new techniques to improve teaching methods
- Facilitated professional growth, providing development sessions for 60+ staff members and serving on key committees to enhance school programs
- Drove student achievement, consistently improving state assessment scores and earning 'highly effective' ratings on yearly evaluations
- Developed and managed Math Superstars to challenge students who excelled in Math
- Led as ESE Department Chair and ensured ESE teachers were in compliance with state exceptional education laws
- Served on Book Adoption Committee 2015
- Selected as Rookie of the Year 2015
- Served on the School Advisory Council from 2022-2024
Homemaker
Self-employeed
08.2000 - 09.2011
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Managed daily schedules for multi-person (4) household.
Receptionist
Ball Aerospace & Technologies
02.2000 - 08.2000
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Provided administrative support to 10+ staff members by handling correspondence, filing documents, and managing office supplies inventory.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Troy State University
Troy, AL11.1996
Skills
- Instructional Design
- Problem-solving skills
- Planning
- Multitasking and Organizational Skills
- Data Entry
- Microsoft 365
- Technology Integration
- Confidentiality
- Team Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Time Management
Certification
Florida Department of Education Profession Teacher's Certificate, Elementary Education Grades K-6, Exceptional Education Grades K-12, Middle Mathematics 5-9, Reading, ESOL (English As A Second Language), Civics Seal of Excellence
Timeline
Elementary Education Teacher Grades K-6, Exceptional Student Education Teacher, Social Thinking/Autism Grades 3-5, Remote Teacher Grade 4, ESE Inclusion Grades 3-5
Santa Rosa County School District
09.2011 - 07.2024
Homemaker
Self-employeed
08.2000 - 09.2011
Receptionist
Ball Aerospace & Technologies
02.2000 - 08.2000
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Troy State University
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