Teresa Bentley
Casselberry,FL
Summary
Experienced Teacher with 32 years of classroom experience, most of those being at Winter Park High School. Resourceful and passionate about my job and committed to my students overall success. I love everything about being a high school teacher, especially the contact with my students and seeing them succeed. While I have enjoyed being in the classroom for so many years, I am very interested in using my teaching skills in a virtual approach, and working with students through Orange County Virtual School.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Teacher
Orange County Public Schools
08.1992 - Current
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in my classroom.
- Taught United States History and United States Government to high school juniors and seniors using real-world and historical events, and utilized online resources and curriculum to further engage students.
- Currently coach Varsity Boys and Girls Tennis, and was an assistant Volleyball Coach, as well as Head Girls Weight Lifting Coach.
- Collaborated with other Winter Park teachers to develop group and individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress in class as well as success on the History End of Course Test for Juniors and Graduation success for Seniors.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FLSkills
- Educational Needs Assessment
- Curriculum compliance with Florida
- Social Science Applications
- Data-Driven Instruction showing success on EOC Tests and Graduation Rates
Accomplishments
I am evaluated as a Highly Effective Teacher every year, and when teaching US History, both Honors and Standard level, my students scored very high on the State End of Course Test.
As a United States Government teacher, my seniors experienced a very high graduation rate as my class was required for Graduation.
Timeline
High School Teacher
Orange County Public Schools
08.1992 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Central Florida