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Pam Watkins

Vero Beach,FL

Summary

Passionate Teacher with 22 years of experience who provides students with exceptional learning opportunities and support of educational endeavors. Skilled implementer of diverse instruction methods for cultivating a successful learning environment for all. Motivates students with individual guidance and empathetic mentorship.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Spanish Teacher

School District Of Indian River County
08.2002 - Current
  • Implement use of technology in language education.
  • Collaborate with other teachers to share curriculum ideas for foreign language classroom.
  • Administer foreign language exams to determine fluency and comprehension.
  • Attend faculty and department meetings to remain in alignment with current school initiatives.
  • Use written exercises to test and develop reading and writing in foreign language.
  • Create supportive and safe learning environment.
  • Complete performance reviews and remain up-to-date on required certifications and continuing education credits.
  • Develop and implement various instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
  • Support development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
  • Administer state standardized tests (FCAT, FSA, FAST)
  • Establish and maintain professional relationships with students, staff, and parents.
  • Monitor student progress and provide feedback to both students and parents.
  • Produce engaging lesson plans and activities.
  • Encourage students to take active role in learning and academic success.
  • Develop and implement behavior management plans to address student issues.
  • Utilize data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.

Extracurricular Activities:

  • Athletics coach for school basketball and volleyball teams
  • Scorekeeper for after-school athletics
  • Created International Club while working in ESOL program.
  • Worked in Course Recovery program during and after school to assist students who needed to recover courses not passed.

Second Assistant Manager

Jones New York Clothing Store
03.1997 - 12.2001
  • Generated business through exceptional customer service.
  • Completed regular inventory counts.
  • Offered assistance to customers to assess needs.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records.
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet expectations.
  • Maintained professional appearance and demeanor.
  • Opened and closed locations and monitored shift changes.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems and implementing successful corrective actions.


Education

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish

University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL
12.2001

Skills

  • Highly Organized
  • Engaging, motivating, and creative teacher
  • Strong attendance record and punctual
  • Student Records Management
  • Lesson Planning
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Classroom Management
  • Spanish instruction
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Continuous professional development
  • Discipline management

Certification

  • State of Florida Department of Education Certificate in World Language-Spanish K-12 and English for Speakers of Other Languages K-12. 7/1/2015 - 6/30/2025



Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Spanish Teacher

School District Of Indian River County
08.2002 - Current

Second Assistant Manager

Jones New York Clothing Store
03.1997 - 12.2001

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish

University of Central Florida
  • State of Florida Department of Education Certificate in World Language-Spanish K-12 and English for Speakers of Other Languages K-12. 7/1/2015 - 6/30/2025



Pam Watkins