Sebastian Piccione
Palm Bay
Summary
I've taught in brevard for 23 years. I have been teacher of the year at the SALC twice. I have taught the challenging high achievers of West Shore and the MYP/IB students of Cocoa Beach. I have taught the struggling and behaviorally challenging students of the Charter Schools and the Alternative Learning Center.
I have always been able to connect to kids, especially the more challenging students.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
English Teacher 6th-12th
Brevard Public Schools - SALC
08.2009 - 07.2026
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Used Edgenuity for regular and Credit Recovery classes
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Assisted struggling students through targeted interventions, leading to increased academic success.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learner needs, ensuring all students had equal access to education opportunities.
English Teacher 7th MYP, 9th Advanced
Brevard Public Schools - Cocoa Beach Jr/Sr High
09.2007 - 06.2009
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
- Implemented project-based learning activities that encouraged collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills among students.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to remain current on educational trends and research-based strategies for instruction.
English Teacher 6th-8th
Explorer Elementary/Middle Charter
08.2004 - 06.2007
- Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
8th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Brevard Public Schools -West Shore Jr/Sr High
08.2003 - 06.2004
- Enhanced student performance by providing regular, constructive feedback on assignments and assessments.
- Implemented data-driven instructional strategies by regularly analyzing student assessment results to inform future teaching decisions.
- Established strong relationships with parents through open communication channels, enabling them to actively support their child''s learning process at home.
Education
Master of Science - Secondary Education / English
Alfred University
Alfred, NY05-2003
English Literature
SUNY At Old Westbury
Old Westbury, NY05-1995
Master of Arts - Fine Arts
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY05-1993
High School Diploma -
Massapequa High School
Massapequa, NY06-1990
Skills
- Student motivation
- Problem-solving skills
- Student support
- Classroom management
- Writing
- Drawing
- Proficient on FOCUS
- Proficient on EDGENUITY
Timeline
English Teacher 6th-12th
Brevard Public Schools - SALC
08.2009 - 07.2026
English Teacher 7th MYP, 9th Advanced
Brevard Public Schools - Cocoa Beach Jr/Sr High
09.2007 - 06.2009
English Teacher 6th-8th
Explorer Elementary/Middle Charter
08.2004 - 06.2007
8th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Brevard Public Schools -West Shore Jr/Sr High
08.2003 - 06.2004
Master of Science - Secondary Education / English
Alfred University
English Literature
SUNY At Old Westbury
Master of Arts - Fine Arts
Nassau Community College
High School Diploma -
Massapequa High School
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