RENEE CARNEY
Seminole,USA
Summary
Professional technical education specialist prepared for roles involving development and enhancement of curriculum content. Extensive experience in creating and implementing training programs that drive workforce competency and growth. Valued for collaborative efforts and adaptability in meeting evolving educational needs, with expertise in content creation and instructional strategies.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher — Grades K–5
Pinellas County Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Design and deliver standards-aligned, IEP-driven instruction for students with diverse learning profiles across K–12 settings, incorporating UDL and differentiated instruction strategies.
- Develop and implement data-driven intervention materials aligned to MTSS/RTI frameworks; monitor and track learner progress using district CBM assessment platforms.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support student progress.
- Utilized assistive technology to facilitate learning for students with disabilities.
Instructional Staff Developer
Pinellas County Schools
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Developed and implemented innovative instructional strategies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with educators to design curriculum aligned with state standards, ensuring academic rigor.
Reading & Language Arts Teacher — Middle School
Pinellas County Schools
08.2018 - 06.2022
- Developed engaging lesson plans that enhanced student understanding and interest in language arts.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
Reading & Language Arts Teacher — Middle School
Pinellas County Schools
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Designed and taught standards-aligned Reading and Language Arts units integrating technology tools and differentiated instructional strategies for diverse learners.
- Analyzed formative and summative assessment data to adjust pacing, grouping, and materials for students performing across a wide range of reading levels.
- Integrated project-based learning and arts-connected literacy activities to increase student engagement and measurable reading growth.
Theater Arts Teacher — K–5
Denver Public Schools
08.2014 - 06.2016
- Developed engaging lesson plans that fostered creativity and critical thinking among students.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to enhance student participation and performance in theater arts.
Special Education Teacher
Denver Public Schools
08.2010 - 06.2014
- Developed individualized education plans to meet diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance student learning outcomes.
English as a Foreign Language Teacher
EiE Academy
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of English language concepts.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to improve student participation and learning outcomes.
Education
M.A. - Theater Production
California Polytechnic State University
Arcata, CA01-2008
B.A. - English
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Amherst, MA05-2002
M.S. - Information Technology
University of The People
06-2026
Skills
- JavaScript
- Python
- HTML
- SQL
- Prompt Engineering
- Figma
- CI/CD
- Agile
- Git/GitHub
- Google Workspace/Microsoft 365
- ADDIE/SAM
- UDL Implementation
- E-learning development
- Content development
- Storyboarding
- Adaptive learning
Certification
- Learning Experience Design — University of Michigan
- Software Engineering Professional Certificate — IBM
- Database Engineering Professional Certificate — Meta
- Technical Support Fundamentals — Google
- UI/UX Design — California Institute of the Arts (CalArts)
- Wilson Reading System Practitioner Training
- Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes Certification
Timeline
Special Education Teacher — Grades K–5
Pinellas County Schools
08.2023 - Current
Instructional Staff Developer
Pinellas County Schools
08.2022 - 05.2023
Reading & Language Arts Teacher — Middle School
Pinellas County Schools
08.2018 - 06.2022
Theater Arts Teacher — K–5
Denver Public Schools
08.2014 - 06.2016
Reading & Language Arts Teacher — Middle School
Pinellas County Schools
01.2014 - 01.2018
Special Education Teacher
Denver Public Schools
08.2010 - 06.2014
English as a Foreign Language Teacher
EiE Academy
01.2009 - 01.2010
M.A. - Theater Production
California Polytechnic State University
B.A. - English
University of Massachusetts Amherst
M.S. - Information Technology
University of The People