Robin Stead
Orlando
Summary
Accomplished educator with over 10 years of experience in early childhood education. Strong background in developing engaging lesson plans and promoting team collaboration. Committed to enhancing student learning through innovative teaching strategies.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Pasco County Schools
Wesley Chapel
07.2019 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state educational standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting respect and cooperation.
- Implemented hands-on activities that increased student engagement and participation in learning.
- Collaborated with parents to support student development and address concerns.
- Organized and led classroom events that strengthened community ties and enriched learning experiences.
- Monitored student progress through assessments, providing targeted feedback that guided improvement.
- Integrated technology into lessons to improve student engagement and understanding.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices for effective classroom management.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing educational atmosphere to promote student well-being.
- Promoted collaborative learning among peers through group work activities.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies such as setting limits while encouraging self-discipline.
- Collaborated with colleagues on various projects related to curriculum development and assessment strategies.
- Monitored, documented, and reported students' progress and performance.
- Improved students' reading independence using methodical sensory lessons on phonemic awareness and strategies for decoding by sounding out words.
- Coordinated project goals and timelines through effective team meetings.
- Facilitated cross-departmental communication to streamline workflows.
- Resolved team conflicts by fostering open dialogue and collaboration.
- Implemented process improvements that optimized daily operations and productivity.
- Delegated daily tasks to enhance overall group productivity.
- Provided training and support to motivate team members toward objectives.
- Collaborated with teachers to improve instructional strategies and resources.
- Organized school-wide events to boost community engagement and collaboration.
Curriculum Coordinator
Discovery Point Lexington Oaks
Wesley Chapel
08.2012 - 06.2019
- Developed engaging curriculum materials for diverse learning styles.
- Coordinated staff training sessions on curriculum updates and best practices to enhance instructional quality.
- Assessed student needs to tailor programs and resources accordingly.
- Organized curriculum review meetings to align educational goals with standards, fostering collaboration among educators.
- Facilitated communication between educators and administration regarding curriculum changes.
- Researched current educational trends to enhance learning experiences.
- Monitored classroom instruction to ensure compliance with state and local curricular requirements.
- Evaluated program effectiveness by gathering and analyzing feedback from students and staff to inform future improvements.
- Researched best practices in curriculum development and instructional techniques for continuous improvement.
- Created and maintained lesson plans, activities, materials, and assessments.
- Provided professional development to teachers on effective implementation of curriculum materials.
- Assisted with budgeting decisions related to purchasing new textbooks or other instructional materials.
- Coordinated field trips related to course content and provided appropriate learning opportunities outside of the traditional classroom setting.
- Met with vendors to check available curriculum plans and related materials supporting course objectives.
- Improved student learning by defining and articulating learning outcomes and analyzing performance metrics and measurements.
- Developed and improved curricula, course formats and lesson presentations for diverse topics.
VPK, Kindergarten and 1st Grade Teacher
Discovery Point Lexington Oaks
Wesley Chapel
08.2012 - 06.2019
- Created engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain a positive environment.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss student progress and strategies.
- Organized classroom activities and field trips to promote hands-on learning.
- Integrated technology into lessons to enhance student learning experiences.
- Assessed student performance through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
- Fostered social skills through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Maintained safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
- Attended professional development workshops related to best practices in teaching pedagogy or instructional strategies.
VPK Teacher
Kids 'R' Kids
Wesley Chapel
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Facilitated engaging learning experiences that enhanced preschool children's curiosity and creativity.
- Developed age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Assisted in developing and implementing educational plans for VPK classrooms.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to foster a positive environment.
- Monitored student progress and adapted teaching strategies accordingly.
- Collaborated with parents to align strategies that supported children's developmental milestones.
- Organized educational activities that fostered social and emotional skills, promoting positive peer interactions.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities related to early childhood education.
Education
Masters of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
University Of South Florida
Tampa, FL01-2012
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL05-2011
Skills
- Classroom management
- Curriculum development
- Differentiated instruction
- Assessment strategies
- Technology integration
- Documentation and record keeping
- Creative problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
Certification
Florida Teaching Certificate
Accomplishments
Teacher of the Year 2024-2025
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Pasco County Schools
07.2019 - Current
Curriculum Coordinator
Discovery Point Lexington Oaks
08.2012 - 06.2019
VPK, Kindergarten and 1st Grade Teacher
Discovery Point Lexington Oaks
08.2012 - 06.2019
VPK Teacher
Kids 'R' Kids
01.2008 - 01.2012
Masters of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
University Of South Florida
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of South Florida