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PAUL D SMITH

Dallas,GA

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful and managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude seeking to intergrate educational experience into a Corporate Training Specialist career. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizes interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem solving skills. Dedicated professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situation and challenges. Caring and compassionate in addressing individual needs and promoting positive educational experiences. I have trained educators in such areas as curriculum across the content areas, the new educational technology programs, which allowed teachers from all areas to follow new technology educational protocols for the county. I have been a member of a technology grant writing team that wrote and received a substantial grant from Microsoft which enabled our organization to purchase technological equipment. I am proficient in Microsoft Word. Experienced in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Teams and Outlook. Proficient in Microsoft Power Point. I co-wrote a literacy plan for local elementary schools. Was a student council sponsor responsible for many service projects for the community. Have served on many committees. I have managed a video/media program within the Hillsborough County School system. I was also blessed in receiving the Highly Effective Teacher award given out 2014-2015 year.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Science STEM Teacher

Mableton Elementary
Mableton, GA
01.2021 - Current
  • Created videos, multimedia experiences, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
  • Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.

Teacher

Thonotosassa Elementary
Thonotosassa, FL
08.2017 - 06.2021

Experience in motivational speaking during training of faculty on behavior management program.

  • Worked with parents, administrators, counselors, and other educators to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
  • Designed curriculum, lesson plans and instructional materials for classroom teaching collaborating with other educators

4th and 5th Grade Teacher

Frost Elementary
Tampa, FL
08.2015 - 06.2017
  • Established and maintained dynamic working relationships with students, parents, and other stakeholders to support classroom objectives.
  • Integrated variety of educational programs to develop strong academic foundation.

Adjunct Professor of Education

Southwest Florida College
08.2010 - 05.2011
  • Taught education courses to university undergraduates and graduate students
  • Prepared course syllabi, homework assignments and handouts
  • Evaluated and graded students' class work, assignments and papers.

General Education Teacher, VE Teacher

Valrico Elementary School
Valrico, Florida
08.2003 - 06.2015
  • Co-wrote a microsoft grant to establish technology for the school.
  • Co-wrote a literacy plan for the stakeholders of the school

Elementary School Gifted Education Teacher

Lee Elementary School of Technology
Tampa, Florida
08.2001 - 06.2003

Trained educators on latest district software

  • Prepared, implemented and evaluated annual educational plan for each stakeholder based on individually assessed needs in accordance with district procedures.
  • Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.

Gifted Education Teacher

E.L Bing Elementary School
Tampa, Florida
01.2001 - 06.2001
  • Prepared, implemented and evaluated annual educational plan for each student based on individually assessed needs in accordance with district procedures.
  • Screened and identified potential gifted students in order to provide appropriate services.

Education

Nova Southeastern University
01.2003

Masters Degree - Varying Exceptionalities

Clearwater Christian College
01.1999

Bachelor of Arts Degree - Elementary Education

Hillsborough Community College
01.1996

Skills

  • Team development strategies
  • Staff presentations/teaching
  • Multimedia development
  • Course design
  • Technology integration
  • Motivational speaking
  • Orientation procedures
  • Classroom experience
  • Incentive initiatives
  • Program performance assessment
  • Training & development
  • Planning & organizing
  • Critical thinking
  • Adapting to various environments

References

References References REFERENCES Elementary Dr. Cain Principal Mabelton Elementary, Mrs. Arrend Assistant Principal Mableton Elementary

Interests

Photography, Multimedia Development

Timeline

Science STEM Teacher

Mableton Elementary
01.2021 - Current

Teacher

Thonotosassa Elementary
08.2017 - 06.2021

4th and 5th Grade Teacher

Frost Elementary
08.2015 - 06.2017

Adjunct Professor of Education

Southwest Florida College
08.2010 - 05.2011

General Education Teacher, VE Teacher

Valrico Elementary School
08.2003 - 06.2015

Elementary School Gifted Education Teacher

Lee Elementary School of Technology
08.2001 - 06.2003

Gifted Education Teacher

E.L Bing Elementary School
01.2001 - 06.2001

Nova Southeastern University

Masters Degree - Varying Exceptionalities

Clearwater Christian College

Bachelor of Arts Degree - Elementary Education

Hillsborough Community College
PAUL D SMITH