Regina Dickens
Tampa
Summary
Dedicated and responsive professional with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification, and individualized support. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as role model by using growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire love of learning. Collaborates with co-workers within the educational field to enhances student's learning/education. I also use my skills as the secretary for Usher Board #1 and have volunteered as needed for other church activities.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Hillsborough County Schools
Tampa
08.2007 - 05.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Implemented diverse teaching strategies to accommodate various learning styles.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to encourage student participation and critical thinking.
- Assessed student progress through regular tests and evaluations.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Trained new teachers on classroom management techniques and school policies.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance instructional methods and share resources.
- Maintained open communication with parents regarding student performance and behavior.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Organized school events to promote community involvement and student engagement.
- Supervised students throughout the day, both in the classroom and outside during breaks.
Teacher
Volusia County Schools
Daytona Beach
09.2000 - 05.2007
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Implemented diverse teaching strategies to accommodate various learning styles.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to encourage student participation and critical thinking.
- Assessed student progress through regular tests and evaluations.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Supervised students throughout the day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Maintained open communication with parents regarding student performance and behavior.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance instructional methods and share resources.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Trained new teachers on classroom management techniques and school policies.
- Organized school events to promote community involvement and student engagement.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL09-1998
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
Bethune-Cookman University
Daytona Beach, FL05-1981
Skills
- Record/correspondence keeping
- Microsoft Office
- Critical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Collaborative learning
- Team building
- Verbal and written communication
- Effective listening
- Time management and planning skills
- Relationship building
- People skills
- Bookkeeping and accounting
- Office management/protocol
- Organization skills
Timeline
Teacher
Hillsborough County Schools
08.2007 - 05.2025
Teacher
Volusia County Schools
09.2000 - 05.2007
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
Bethune-Cookman University