Rosalynda Blair
Deerfield Beach,Florida
Summary
Accomplished educator with a track record of fostering student growth at Gator Run Elementary School, adept in phonics skill assessment and effective interpersonal communication. Spearheaded innovative teaching strategies, enhancing reading comprehension and classroom management. Mentored new teachers, significantly boosting learning outcomes through data-driven instruction and positive behavior support.
Upbeat first grade teacher, devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
First Grade Teacher
Gator Run Elementary School
1101 Glades Pkwy. Weston, FL 33327
08.2012 - Current
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
- Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s academic progress and social-emotional development.
- Improved student reading comprehension by incorporating engaging phonics activities and guided reading sessions.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Increased parent involvement in their child''s education by conducting regular parent-teacher conferences and providing resources for at-home learning support.
- Implemented positive behavior support strategies, promoting a respectful and inclusive classroom culture.
- Enhanced classroom management techniques, resulting in a more focused and productive learning environment.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational best practices.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
Kindergarten Teacher
W.H. Rhodes Elementary School
5563 Byrom St., Milton, Fl 32570
08.2006 - 06.2012
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
- Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
- Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences, and workshops.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments to inform instructional decisions.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on lesson planning, classroom management, and instructional strategies.
- Collaborated with other faculty and staff to promote rigorous learning opportunities, general well-being of school and collective interest of staff and student body.
- Fostered social-emotional growth in students through daily morning meetings, conflict resolution strategies, and character education lessons.
- Boosted students' understanding of basic math concepts with use of hands-on learning tools and activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
The University of West Florida
Pensacola, FLCertification
- Early Childhood Education Certification - FL Department of Education.
- English as a Second Language (ESL) Certification - FL Department of Education.
Skills
- Effective Classroom Management
- Phonics Skill Assessment
- Effective Organization Skills
- Effective Interpersonal Communication
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Gator Run Elementary School
08.2012 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
W.H. Rhodes Elementary School
08.2006 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
The University of West Florida