ROBYN HOWELL
Lakeland,FL
Summary
Motivated and results-driven professional with a proven track record at the Polk County School Board, where I enhanced classroom learning and student engagement through effective classroom management and differentiated instruction. Demonstrated expertise in social-emotional learning and time management, successfully aiding over 300 students in academic advancement. Skilled in fostering positive parent-teacher communication and leveraging cultural sensitivity to meet diverse learner needs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Mulberry Christian Academy
Mulberry, Florida
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Developed lesson plans to teach historical events, documents and figures in an engaging manner.
- Integrated hands-on activities into lessons whenever possible to increase engagement levels.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades, test scores.
- Utilized technology in the classroom to facilitate interactive lessons and activities.
- Communicated regularly with parents via email or phone regarding student progress and educational goals.
- Encouraged a positive learning environment by setting clear expectations for students.
Teacher
Polk County School Board
Lakeland, FL
06.2022 - 12.2024
- Managed student behavioral issues to optimize classroom learning environment.
- Worked closely with 40 ESE students to maximize their time in the classroom and made sure all IEP accomodations were followed thoroughly.
- Developed and maintained classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for social and emotional development of students.
- Evaluated ESE student academic growth, recording and preparing progress reports for parents and/or guardians.
- Worked closely with guidance to identify at-risk students. Helped over 300 students to regain credits to help them be promoted to next grade level.
- Fostered an environment conducive to open communication between teacher, student, parent relationships.
- Built a positive rapport with students to encourage them to take risks in their learning and engaging successful students.
- Taught Learning Strategies and coached students in areas such as study habits, test taking strategies and organizational skills.
- Facilitated small group instruction to motivate and meet the needs of each student.
Inventory Specialist
Ravago Manufacturing Americas
Orlando, FL
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Determined inventory quantity needs, ordering more materials based on minimum or maximum levels.
- Analyzed inventory data to identify trends and potential improvements.
- Assisted with physical inventories as required during end-of-year audits.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely ordering and delivery of inventory.
- Utilized warehouse management software to manage products in multiple locations.
Legal Assistant
Wilkes and Associates
Tampa, FL
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Provided administrative support to attorneys in a fast-paced legal environment, including filing and organizing documents, drafting correspondence, scheduling appointments, and managing calendars.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and legal staff.
- Drafted pleadings and motions for review by attorneys.
- Conducted research and connected with partner agencies to gather essential information for service of legal documents.
Receiver
Publix
Orlando, FL
06.2020 - 10.2021
- Organized warehouse shelves in an orderly fashion according to item size or type.
- Maintained a clean working environment by adhering strictly to sanitation guidelines at all times.
- Received, sorted and distributed incoming mail and packages efficiently and accurately.
- Utilized forklift operations to transport large boxes or pallets between storage areas.
- Maintained accurate records of all received items, including tracking numbers.
- Inspected merchandise for damages before signing off on delivery documents.
Legal Assistant
GEICO
Orlando, FL
08.2017 - 06.2020
- Maintained confidential client files and other sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
- Provided administrative support to attorneys in a fast-paced legal environment, including filing and organizing documents, drafting correspondence, scheduling appointments, and managing calendars.
- Monitored court dockets and provided timely updates to attorneys.
- Drafted pleadings and motions for review by attorneys.
Education
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts
Saint Leo University
Saint Leo, FL06-2018
B.S. - Business Administration
SAINT LEO UNIVERSITY
Dade City, FL12.2020
Skills
- Classroom management
- Cultural sensitivity
- Parent-teacher communication
- Differentiated instruction
- Time management
- Student engagement
- Social-emotional learning
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Teacher
Mulberry Christian Academy
01.2025 - 05.2025
Teacher
Polk County School Board
06.2022 - 12.2024
Inventory Specialist
Ravago Manufacturing Americas
01.2022 - 04.2022
Legal Assistant
Wilkes and Associates
10.2021 - 01.2022
Receiver
Publix
06.2020 - 10.2021
Legal Assistant
GEICO
08.2017 - 06.2020
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts
Saint Leo University
B.S. - Business Administration
SAINT LEO UNIVERSITY