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Reilly Scanlan

Saint Augustine

Summary

Dynamic ELA educator with a proven track record at Patriot Oaks Academy, recognized as "Rookie Teacher of the Year." Expert in individualized learning and parent-teacher communication, fostering student success and confidence. Achieved significant improvements in graduation rates and student fluency through innovative teaching strategies and collaborative learning environments.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Middle School ELA Teacher

Patriot Oaks Academy
08.2023 - 06.2025

Responsible for 6th Grade ELA Standard, 7th Grade ELA Standard, and 7th Grade ELA Advanced Course

• Provided Excellent Education to Students of Various Ages Using the Florida B.E.S.T. Standards

• Consistently Collaborated with Co-Workers and Administration to Create In-Depth Lessons Plans and Improve My Methods

• Used Constructive Criticism to Excel as an Educator • Kept In Constant Contact with Students' Parents, and Worked with Them to Create the Best Plan for Their Student's Success

• Presented Kindness and Understanding to Every Unique Student, Parent, Co-Worker, and Administration Staff

• Provided Intricate Support for ESE Students (Adhering to the Strict Laws in Place for Individual Education Plans)

• Mentored Students to Pass the Florida FAST Exams

• Ensured that 100% of My Intensive Reading Students Graduated High School

• Won the St. Johns County School District's "Rookie Teacher of the Year" Award for Patriot Oaks Academy

• Planned and Organized Creative and In-Depth Lessons Plans to Meet Every Student's Needs (Florida BEST Standards)

• Improvised and Changed Plans Immediately When Students' Needs Changed or the Plan Proved Not to Be as Sufficient as It Needed to Be

• Made Life-Long Impact on Every Student, Giving Them Confidence to Succeed and a Trusted Adult to Listen

• Made Life-Long Relationships with My Employees and Administration

High School ELA Teacher

Pedro Menendez High School
08.2021 - 06.2023

Responsible for Honors 2 and Intensive Reading education. • Instrumental in significantly increasing school’s year-to-year graduation rate.

• Contributed to substantial increase in Lexile® 3 Framework levels and fluency scores.

• Using strategies learned in Special Education experience, created safe and inclusive classroom environments that won active participation from many students who, in the past, remained ‘on the outskirts.’

• Successful in incorporating last-minute changes to classroom environment and student circumstances into well-documented lesson plans.

• Achieved notable success with multiple PLCs.

  • Promoted a growth mindset in students by setting high expectations and providing support for individual academic goals.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with parents, fostering open communication about student progress and achievements.
  • Monitored student progress closely using formative assessments, adjusting instructional approaches as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to address diverse learning needs and ensure student success.

Tutor

Matt Segal (Emory University)
04.2018 - 08.2021

Created a program to prepare a student with special needs for college. This included:

  • Encouraging the student to excellence.
  • Teaching social skills to succeed in a contemporary environment.
  • Supervising their overall improvement as an independent adult.
  • Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
  • Supported student with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific need the student while promoting independent learning skills.

Education

Master of Arts - English Composition And Rhetoric

University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL
05-2020

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL
12-2016

High School Diploma -

Ponte Vedra High School
Ponte Vedra, FL
05-2012

Skills

  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Collaborative learning
  • Oral communication
  • Grammar instruction
  • Teaching strategies
  • Individualized learning
  • Project-based learning
  • Writing instruction
  • Reading comprehension
  • Feedback provision
  • Vocabulary development
  • Language arts integration
  • Problem-solving skills

Accomplishments

  • Spearheaded extra-curricular group focused on Creative Writing.
  • Commended for exemplary teaching and service to students.
  • Managed and oversaw special field trip to Washington, D.C.
  • Taught over 500 students over 4 years.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Achieved student proficiency and graduation by completing the Reading Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST) test with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Documented and resolved parent concerns which led to satisfaction and collaboration.
  • Named Patriot Oak Academy's 2023-2024 Middle School Rookie Teacher of the Year.

Certification

  • Licensed 6th - 12th Educator
  • English Education Certification (6th-12th Grade), State of Florida
  • ESOL Training (4/5 Required Courses)
  • Reading Endorsement Training (3/5 Courses)


Timeline

Middle School ELA Teacher

Patriot Oaks Academy
08.2023 - 06.2025

High School ELA Teacher

Pedro Menendez High School
08.2021 - 06.2023

Tutor

Matt Segal (Emory University)
04.2018 - 08.2021

Master of Arts - English Composition And Rhetoric

University of North Florida

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

University of North Florida

High School Diploma -

Ponte Vedra High School