WILLIAM A. NAVERO
St Augustine,Fl
Summary
I am a well traveled, versatile teacher who has enjoyed success on the university, secondary and middle levels in the USA and abroad. This includes a great diversity of challenges and successes - from acclaimed private schools to so-called inner city schools. The goal never changes - to awaken a sense of wonder and empower an articulate self esteem in my young scholars.
Experienced with creating engaging lesson plans that enhance student learning. Utilizes innovative teaching methods to foster love for literature and improve writing skills. Track record of effective classroom management and collaborative teamwork.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
8th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Pineapple Cove Classical Academy
01.2026 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards and curriculum goals
- Facilitated classroom discussions that promoted critical thinking and language skills
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs
- Assessed student progress using formative and summative evaluation methods
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum development and instructional practices
Intensive Reading Teacher
Odyssey Jr/Sr High School
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Developed individualized reading plans to address diverse student needs.
- Implemented engaging instructional strategies to enhance reading comprehension skills.
- Conducted regular assessments to monitor student progress and adjust curriculum accordingly.
- Collaborated with parents and educators to create supportive learning environments.
Humanities Coordinator
Embassy Summer. Global Achievers Academy. Tufts U. / Harvard U.
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to support diverse learning needs in the classroom.
- Developed and maintained schedules for classes and activities, optimizing resource allocation.
English Teacher
Palm Bay Academy Charter Middle School
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Taught Writing and Literature to the entire 8th Grade
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student participation.
12th Grade Honors English
Escuela Americana
01.2019 - 01.2023
- 12th Grade Literary Surveys of British Lit. / Initiated a course in :The Hero’s Journey.” and “Our Place In The World” - A multi-cultural survey of art, writing, and politics.
Assistant Professor
First Coast Technical College
02.2013 - 07.2014
- Design and teach ESOL for Adults.
Hillel Community Day School
07.2007 - 06.2008
- Sat Essay, AP English, World Literature Surveys, Creative Writing
- Leave Replacement
AETS. American Education and Travel Services
01.2006 - 01.2007
- 2012 ESL classes for foreign young adults
- Nova Southeastern U., Ft. Lauderdale, FL
No. Broward Preparatory School
01.2004 - 01.2005
- SAT Essay, Creative Writing, Composition, Literary Magazine, Speech, Theater Club, Teacher of the Month.
Adjunct
Queensborough CC. CUNY
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Intro.to Lit., Composition, Writing Across Cultures.
Hostos CC/CUNY NYC
01.1988 - 01.2000
- ESL, Children’s Lit., Basic Comp.
Naropa Institute
01.1975 - 01.1978
- Creative Writing.
Education
Ph.D. - Art History/Cinema Studies
SUNY BUFFALO
BuffaloEd.S. - undefined
NOVA SOUTHEASTERN U.
BA, ENGLISH - Philosophy
CANISIUS COLLEGE
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ARCHBISHOP MOLLOY HS
Jamaica, NYC, NYSkills
- Composition, Poetics, Literary Surveys, Creative Writing, ESL, ‘The Hero’s Journey’ Cinema Studies, Journalism, Art History, Drama, AP Lit
- Student motivation
- Reading comprehension
- Parent-teacher communication
- Grammar teaching
Certification
State of Florida Certification: ENGLISH 6-12
Timeline
8th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Pineapple Cove Classical Academy
01.2026 - Current
Intensive Reading Teacher
Odyssey Jr/Sr High School
01.2025 - 06.2025
Humanities Coordinator
Embassy Summer. Global Achievers Academy. Tufts U. / Harvard U.
07.2024 - 08.2024
English Teacher
Palm Bay Academy Charter Middle School
11.2023 - 05.2024
12th Grade Honors English
Escuela Americana
01.2019 - 01.2023
Assistant Professor
First Coast Technical College
02.2013 - 07.2014
Hillel Community Day School
07.2007 - 06.2008
AETS. American Education and Travel Services
01.2006 - 01.2007
No. Broward Preparatory School
01.2004 - 01.2005
Adjunct
Queensborough CC. CUNY
01.2002 - 01.2004
Hostos CC/CUNY NYC
01.1988 - 01.2000
Naropa Institute
01.1975 - 01.1978
Ed.S. - undefined
NOVA SOUTHEASTERN U.
BA, ENGLISH - Philosophy
CANISIUS COLLEGE
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ARCHBISHOP MOLLOY HS
Ph.D. - Art History/Cinema Studies
SUNY BUFFALO
Publications
- “So The Boys Can Cry” A Play to raise money for 9/11 First Responders. Tradewinds Lounge. St. Augustine, FL. 2012
- “Harvest of Blood” (White Dog and the Minnesota Uprising of 1892) John Molloy Gallery, NYC, 2009
- Bone Stories (Editor/ Co-Writer) 28 Young adult stories by renowned South African painter Craig Bone. Penguin Books, Australia, 2005.
- Teacher of the Month. No. Broward Preparatory School. 2002 “little things” A
- Play.AIDSHepFundraiser. Key West. 1989 “Lightouch” Selected Poems, Street Press, NY. 1985.
- Director of Development. Esther’s Aid for Orphaned and Abandoned Children. Kigali, Rwanda. 2002-05
- Co-Producer. Earthday NY. 2003. Central Park, NYC.
- Co-Director. NYSCA Literary Arts Program. 1978-80. Advised $1M budget for literary readings, workshops, and literary magazines.
- Publicist. Spyro Gyra Band.
WRITINGS AND HONORS
LIGHT YEARS. Collected and Selected poetry and short fiction. Due 2026 Salt Editions. Key West / Espana, “Home At The End Of The World”Anthology. Ed. Rita Troxel 2021. Key West FL., Key West Confidential”. True Key West Stories Absolutely Amazing Books. KWest 2018, Anne McKee Artist’s Grant. 2018 Key West, FL., Tennessee Williams Poetry Award 2016 Key West, FL., Poetry and Stories Advisor SALT – An Indigenous Journal Key West. 2015, Robert Frost Poetry Prize Winner / Writer-in-Residence Studios of Key West 2013 / 2014.