SMITH ISME
Naples,FL
Summary
Dedicated educator with a focus on inspiring and motivating individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities. Proven ability to create inclusive learning environments that foster emotional and cognitive growth. Seeking a position as a special or general education teacher to leverage skills in curriculum development and individualized instruction.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
K-12 ESE/EBD/Special Education Inclusion Teacher
Collier County School District
Naples, USA
08.2015 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with certified staff to develop tailored strategies that reinforced learning materials and skills based on individual student needs.
- Monitored and assessed student work, corrected assignments, and facilitated curriculum-based testing and makeup work to ensure academic progress.
- Facilitated communication by providing translation services in Creole.
- Managed classroom routines, including snack time, toileting, and clothing changes, to maintain a supportive learning environment.
High School Wrestling Referee
Collier Official Group
Naples, USA
09.2016 - 11.2022
- Coordinated setup and cleanup of equipment and facilities for assigned sports.
- Made fair and consistent calls during games to maintain integrity.
- Attended scheduled staff meetings and training sessions to enhance skills.
- Developed and implemented rules to promote fair play among participants.
- Made fair and consistent calls during games to maintain integrity.
- Maintained professionalism and respect towards participants and fellow staff members.
3rd, 4th, 5th & ESE Paraprofessional
Lee County School District
Naples, USA
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Worked with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of materials or skills initially introduced and outlined by certified staff.
- Assisted certified staff in developing tailored strategies to reinforce learning materials and skills, fostering individual student engagement based on their unique needs and interests.
- Monitored work, corrected papers, and supervised curriculum-based testing and makeup work.
- Served as primary source of information and support for guest teachers, ensuring continuity of instruction and classroom management in absence of certified staff.
- Classroom maintenance and instructional duties as assigned by the certified staff.
- Alerted the certified staff to any problem or special information about an individual student.
- Supervised students during lunch, play periods, and field trips, ensuring safety and promoting positive interactions among peers.
- Performed assigned Instructional/non-instructional classroom duties, such as snack time, toileting, and clothing routines.
- When requested, served as a resource person to the General Education Intervention Team and/or IEP / Title 1 / ESL Team(s).
- Provided translation services in Creole to facilitate communication between teachers and Creole-speaking students.
Stock Assistant
Target
Fort Myers, USA
04.2010 - 04.2012
- Utilize PDA retailing system to locate and confirm inventory.
- Organize merchandise and grocery items.
- Created sales displays to drive product visibility and increase sales opportunities.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, contributing to positive customer experiences.
- Trained and oriented new team members to ensure seamless integration into the team.
Assistant Sports Director
Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA)
Fort Myers, USA
01.2012 - 03.2012
- Established youth and child daycare programs, fostering early development and learning opportunities.
- Developed community sporting events, increasing local engagement and participation in sports.
- Created Healthy Kids Club, promoting active lifestyles and healthy habits among youth.
- Organized donations for YMCA, supporting local non-profit initiatives.
Dietary Assistant
Physician’s Regional Healthcare
Naples, USA
03.2007 - 11.2010
- Coordinated timely and accurate food transportation, enhancing service standards.
- Achieved food handling certification, ensuring adherence to safety regulations.
- Provided translation services for patients and families, facilitating clear communication.
- Delivered exceptional customer service to enhance client satisfaction.
Summer Camps
Marco Island Parks
06.2006 - 08.2010
- Developed and implemented athletic, social, and arts activities for 30 campers aged eight to twelve, enhancing their overall camp experience.
- Supported camp director with daily operations and program coordination to ensure smooth execution of camp programs.
- Assisted camp director with daily operations and program coordination.
- Supported coaching efforts at Lely High School, enhancing player development.
- Contributed as a coaching assistant for Marco Island Youth Football, promoting teamwork.
- Organized and led events for Multicultural Club, promoting inclusivity and cultural awareness among participants.
- Coordinated events for Multicultural Club, fostering inclusivity among participants.
Education
Bachelor’s - Child’s Youth Studies/Education
Florida Gulf Coast University
Fort Myers, FL09.2012
Associate in Science Degree - General Studies
Edison State College
Naples, FL09.2009
Skills
Special education laws
- Differentiated instruction
- Behavior management
- Sensory integration
- Student assessment
- TEACH training
- CPR certification
- Adaptive art techniques
- Communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Bilingual proficiency
- Business application proficiency
Campus And Community Involvement
- Three Oaks Elementary School, Special Education, 09/01/06, 12/31/10
- Barron Collier High, Special Education, 09/01/06, 12/31/10
- Veterans Memorial Elementary, ESOL, 09/01/06, 12/31/10
- Bonita Springs Elementary, ESOL, 09/01/06, 12/31/10
- Estero High, ESOL, 09/01/06, 12/31/10
- Avalon Elementary, Teaching the Youth, 09/01/06, 12/31/10
- Packing and shipping Meals 'Hope For Haiti', 09/01/06, 12/31/10
- Speaking to the youth around Naples, 09/01/06, 12/31/10
- Avalon Elementary, Student Observation, 09/01/06, 12/31/10
- Lely High School, Student Observation, 09/01/06, 12/31/10
References
Available upon request
Cover Letter
Available upon request
Internship
Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA), Fort Myers, FL, Assistant Sports Director, 01/01/11, 03/01/12, Build youth and child daycare programs. Helped develop sporting events for the community. Developing Healthy Kids Club. Organizing donation to the Y.M.C.A non-profit organization.
Timeline
High School Wrestling Referee
Collier Official Group
09.2016 - 11.2022
K-12 ESE/EBD/Special Education Inclusion Teacher
Collier County School District
08.2015 - 12.2022
3rd, 4th, 5th & ESE Paraprofessional
Lee County School District
01.2012 - 01.2013
Assistant Sports Director
Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA)
01.2012 - 03.2012
Stock Assistant
Target
04.2010 - 04.2012
Dietary Assistant
Physician’s Regional Healthcare
03.2007 - 11.2010
Summer Camps
Marco Island Parks
06.2006 - 08.2010
Bachelor’s - Child’s Youth Studies/Education
Florida Gulf Coast University
Associate in Science Degree - General Studies
Edison State College