High School Counselor

• Jan 2021 - Present

English Teacher

• Aug 2012 - Feb 2023

Instruct English classes grades six through 12,including AP Language and Literature and APLiterature.• Utilize UBD, SBL, data, multiple assessmentstyles and Rubicon Atlas to inform and enhanceinstruction.• Foster positive student experiences as Chair ofStudent Recognition Committee and Sponsor ofSchool-Wide Service ClubHighlighted Achievements• Lead English Department in school-widetransition to Standards Based Learning• Served as Chairperson for CIS & NEASCAccreditation• Spearheaded and facilitated school-wide PLCprogram• Team member in Project Zero (Action Researchwith Harvard University and GEMS Schools)• GEMS Core Values Outstanding EducatorAward 2013-2014• Chaperoned school trips to Boreno, Kenya andGreece. Show less

English Teacher

• Aug 2011 - Jun 2012

• Facilitated six classes for grade 10 Highlighted Achievements Contributed to a significant increase in student performance on standardized testing. • Facilitated six classes for grade 10 Highlighted Achievements Contributed to a significant increase in student performance on standardized testing.

English Curriculum Leader/Writing Coach/Professional Development Leader/Teacher

• Aug 2007 - Jul 2011

• Facilitated various professional development sessions for staff including lesson studies and professional learning communities. • Mentored novice and veteran teachers through Project Rise, a federally funded grant program aimed at increasing academic rigor, teacher efficacy, and student achievement. Highlighted Achievements • Increased staff professional development by 65%. • Instrumental in moving school from “F” to “B” according to the State of Florida Department of Education’s school grading system. • Successfully mentored 19 Teach for America teachers during the 2010-2011 school year. Show less

English Curriculum Leader/English Teacher

• Sep 1996 - Jul 2007

• Developed daily lesson plans and testing materials; infused the use of technology to enhance instruction. • Served as an instructional leader by modeling high expectations for teachers and implementing results focused programs. Highlighted Achievements • Instrumental in moving school from “F” to “C” according to the State of Florida Department of Education’s school grading system • Developed daily lesson plans and testing materials; infused the use of technology to enhance instruction. • Served as an instructional leader by modeling high expectations for teachers and implementing results focused programs. Highlighted Achievements • Instrumental in moving school from “F” to “C” according to the State of Florida Department of Education’s school grading system