Dynamic educator with 23 years' experience in education, seeking to utilize background to take next career step with the desire to take on new opportunities. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Excellent communication, relationship-building and problem solving abilities. Hardworking employee with multitasking and time management abilities, as well as meticulous organizational skills. Dedicated Team Leader with expertise in quality assurance initiatives, issue resolution and interpersonal communication. Sets example for work ethic, punctuality and quality.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Hillsborough County School District
Apollo Beach, FL
08.2009 - Current
Handled challenging classroom behaviors with positive and affirming techniques
Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships
Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes
As Committee Chair, created a network of fellow educators to implement new programs such as teacher incentives, community outreach and peer mentorship as well as managed a budget to fund coordinated events throughout the year
Utilized technology to enhance teaching methods and student engagement
Served on the Leadership Team to create and facilitate new programs within the school community
As Team Lead, delegated tasks appropriately according to individual skill sets
Monitored team performance against targets, taking corrective action where necessary and brought concerns to administration
Motivated staff through positive reinforcement techniques
Provided leadership and guidance to team members, ensuring that tasks were completed on time and to a high standard
Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
Volunteer
Apollo Beach/Ruskin Community
Apollo Beach, FL
08.2002 - 08.2008
Served as PTA President for 4 years
Served as a Girl Scout Leader for 5 years
Served on the board of the Ruskin Women's Club for 7 years
Assisted with coordinating events for both Monroe County and Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office which brought law enforcement and communities together
Supported fellow members of the law enforcement community as a spouse of a veteran law enforcement officer
Recognized the strength of the law enforcement community and embraced the demands of their service
Orchestrated prep, set up, and breakdown of community and public events
Offered support and assistance to community members
Collaborated with others by contributing time, effort and skills to achieve the organization's goals
Cultivated relationships and maintained regular communication with nonprofit agencies, schools, and social service agencies to solicit community needs
Engaged with stakeholders and community members and answered questions regarding volunteer programs
Assisted with fundraising efforts, including event planning and donor outreach
Led group discussions about current issues related to volunteering within the community
Attended monthly meetings to discuss progress and future initiatives
Supervised volunteers participating in service projects or events
Elementary School Teacher
Monroe County School District
Key Largo, FL
08.1994 - 11.2002
Implemented multiple methods to improve student educational success
Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships
Arranged field trips as tool to provide students with real-world experiences
Facilitated small group activities to support individualized instruction
Organized special events such as assemblies and holiday celebrations
Created classroom environment that was conducive to learning, including establishing rules and procedures
Participated in professional development activities related to educational trends
Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills
Elementary School Teacher
Hillsborough County School District
Tampa, FL
08.1994 - 06.1998
Served as Team Lead
Planned, organized, and sought out community members to implement the first out of county educational trip for 5th graders
Facilitated and planned the first 5th grade banquet ceremony at my site
Monitored team progress and enforced deadlines
Delegated tasks appropriately according to individual skill sets
Motivated staff through positive reinforcement techniques
Offered training and support to keep team members motivated and working toward objectives
Maintained a positive work environment that promoted collaboration between team members
Sergeant, School Security and Emergency Management at Hillsborough County School DistrictSergeant, School Security and Emergency Management at Hillsborough County School District