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Vernon Bryant Cobb

Pensacola

Summary

Enthusiastic and hard-working instructional teacher with a proven track record in leadership, ethics, and coaching in the Santa Rosa County School District. Specializes in enhancing student engagement through innovative teaching strategies. Skilled in relationship building and mentoring, I foster a collaborative environment that promotes critical thinking and teamwork, while effectively managing classroom dynamics to support student success. Self-motivated with a proven ability to cultivate long-term relationships with employees, students, or customers.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Instructional Teacher at Gulf Breeze High School

Santa Rosa County School District
08.2021 - Current
  • Contributed to professional development workshops for fellow educators, enhancing overall teaching quality within the school community.
  • Developed strong critical thinking skills in students through project-based learning experiences that connected content to real-world situations.
  • Served on various school committees focused on curriculum development and aligning instructional practices with state standards.
  • Promoted collaboration among students through group projects, fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Coached basketball and baseball teams while serving as a head coach and an assistant for both programs.

Teacher at Holley Navarre Middle School

Santa Rosa County School District
08.2013 - 05.2021
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.

Summer Camp Counselor

Vickery Center
05.2010 - 07.2012
  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
  • Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
  • Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.

Hurricane Relief Cleanup Crew

Gulf Island National Seashore
05.2009 - 08.2009
  • Supported supervisors in inventory management tasks, including ordering necessary cleaning supplies and equipment as needed.
  • Maintained compliance with all relevant regulations regarding environmental safety, health practices, and waste disposal procedures.
  • Enhanced cleanliness of assigned areas through thorough sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and sanitizing tasks.

Education

Social Science Education - Education

Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
05-2013

Skills

  • Teaching strategies
  • Student motivation
  • Mentoring
  • Peer coaching
  • Critical thinking
  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Positive role model and mentor
  • Team building
  • Conflict resolution
  • Public speaking
  • Flexible and adaptive
  • Effective listening
  • Teamwork

Timeline

Instructional Teacher at Gulf Breeze High School

Santa Rosa County School District
08.2021 - Current

Teacher at Holley Navarre Middle School

Santa Rosa County School District
08.2013 - 05.2021

Summer Camp Counselor

Vickery Center
05.2010 - 07.2012

Hurricane Relief Cleanup Crew

Gulf Island National Seashore
05.2009 - 08.2009

Social Science Education - Education

Florida State University