Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Media Specialist
Brevard Public Schools
Cocoa, Florida
07.2004 - Current
Developed engaging multimedia content for school events and announcements.
Curated diverse educational resources for student and faculty engagement.
Developed and implemented innovative library programs and activities for learners.
Collaborated with teachers to integrate information literacy into classroom instruction.
Provided technology support and training for library patrons and staff members.
Managed library collections, ensuring relevant materials are accessible and up-to-date.
Facilitated workshops on research skills, digital tools, and literature appreciation.
Drama Teacher
Miami-Dade Public Schools, Edison Middle School
Miami, FL
08.1998 - 06.2004
Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student groups in drama classes.
Evaluated student progress through assessments and feedback sessions.
Managed classroom dynamics, promoting a supportive learning environment.
Taught students theater terminology and performance skills.
Education
Certificate - Elementary Education K
Master of Science - Educational Media
Nova Southeastern University
2004
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Arts
Florida State University
1986
Skills
Employee training and development An enthusiastic, creative, and passionate educator, mentor, and adviser who believes that all people can learn and thrive in a learning environment that is stimulating, comforting, and appropriate to their unique talents and abilities Instructional leadership - use a balanced blend of motivational and targeted instruction methodologies to enhance curricula, focusing on the three 'R's - rigor, relevancy, and relationships School leadership with the proven ability to bring new ideas and practices to the faculty
Engage parents, work closely with parents throughout their careers, and repeat successes in securing a high level of parental involvement
Leverage resources, strategic collaborations - work closely with district leaders and community partners to encourage parental involvement and strong community
Prepared assignments for student reports, assisted students in organizing and writing research findings, bibliographies, and final
Designed and implemented multiple assessments in compliance with district and state requirements to inform instruction
Presented the research method, FINDS, at the Florida Association of Media Educators in 2007
Prepared assignments for student reports, assisted students in organizing and writing research findings, bibliographies, and final reports
Accomplishments
President and Treasurer of Brevard Association of Media Educators
ESOL Contact - coordinated intake services and testing for ESOL students
InService Coordinator - coordinated testing and advised teachers for completion of teachers recertification.