EDUCATION

Valencia College - EPI Program in Education - Completed

●        Physical Education Florida Educator Certificate K -12th Grade – 7/1/21-6/28/2026

●        Social Science Florida Educator Certificate Grades 6th-12th- 9/1/21-6/28/2026

●        English Educator Florida Certificate Grades 6th-12th- 1/12/22-6/28/2026

•       ESOL Certification Certificate Grades 6th-12th- 4/12/23-6/28/2026

University at Buffalo, SUNY, Bachelor of Arts in Sociology- June 2009

Morrisville State College, SUNY, Majored in Architectural Studies and Design- August 2002- May 2005  CUNY- City College Master’s in Early Childhood Special Education- 18 CREDITS obtained

University of Central Florida- Master of Arts in Educational Leadership- Completed May 2024

WORK EXPERIENCE

Celebration High School

ELA, 10th Grade                                                                                                                 07/2023 – Present

• Teach six periods during the school academic year with an average of 30 students per class.

• Plan, create and present interactive technology rich lessons.

• Teach regular English Language and Literature to (61) 10th graders and pre-IB English to (91) 10th graders

• Manage the classroom to create an ideal learning environment.

• Design lesson plans appropriate to each class level as per the SDOC curriculum and state standards.

• Regularly review students' skills in class through state and local curriculum assessments.

• Meet weekly with the horizontal PLC to discuss data, resources, and implement strategies for remediation and state exam improvement score goals.

• Meet week with vertical PLC teams to discuss implementation, texts, sequence, and assessment preparation strategies for the IB Diploma ELA program.

• Provide weekly ELA tutoring to support all learners in ELA reading/writing strategies.

• Teach FAST test-taking strategies, and provide a space to complete work in a small setting.

• Participate in faculty training and development and content area instruction.

• Foster meaningful relationships among students through team-work in a learner-centered space.

• Mentor 11th grade students in the IB Diploma extended essay

Freedom Middle School

ELA, 8th Grade                                                                                                                     07/2022 – 7/11/2023

• Taught six periods during the school academic year with an average of 24 students per class.

• Planned, created and presented interactive technology rich lessons.

• Taught English Language and Literature to 135 8th graders.

• Managed the classroom to create an ideal learning environment.

• Designed lesson plans appropriate to each class level as the OCPS Amplify curriculum and state standards.

• Regularly reviewed students' English abilities in class through state and local curriculum assessments

• Met monthly with the PLC team to discuss data and resources for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade.

• Provided ongoing monitoring and assistance for Interventionist Teacher and ESOL students.

• Ran the Monday morning acceleration program to support learners of all levels in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade.

• Participated in faculty training and development and content area instruction.

• Fostered meaningful relationships among students through team-work in a learner-centered space.

Calvary City Academy & Preschool

English Literature                                                                                                              06/2020 – 5/2022

• Implemented lessons for 130 students grades 8-12

•  Collected and assessed data from the NWEA MAP for curriculum strategies and implementation amendments.

•  Implemented the Bob Jones University Curriculum using differentiation techniques such as flexible groupings, tiered assignments.

• Provided four performance task a year to assess for applicable and creative skills of literary concepts.

• Enhanced knowledge by attending trainings through the Association of Christian Teachers & Schools (ACTS)

• Collaborated with middle school teachers to assess incoming freshmen literary areas of need

• Collaborated with History for the 10th grade curriculum alignment

•  Trained Juniors and Seniors for the SAT/ACT testing through collaborative work, scoring interpretations and calculations

 High School PLC Leader                                                                                                  08/2021 – 5/2022

• Interpreted data across curriculums to develop best intervention practices and lesson strategies using NWEA MAP results

• Provided resources for teachers across disciplines in high school for LEP, IEP students

• Proctored developing cross-curricular performance tasks meeting Florida State standards

• Trained teachers K-12 in NWEA MAP data interpretation, lesson data strategies implementation, and student goal planning

National Honor Society/National Junior Honor Society Adviser                                      12/2021 – 5/2022

• Coordinated scholarship application processes

• Provided counseling and guidance on college applications with students and parents

• Coordinated lessons for students in 11-12 grade on FAFSA application and award interpretations

• Coordinated the planning of the NHS/NJHS ceremony                                                      

Physical Education & Health  to  K - 12th Grade Students                                                 08/2019 – 5/2020

• Implemented lessons for 400 students, grades K-12

• Implemented differentiation strategies for team building and performance

• Created the curriculum using the Florida CCSS

• Maintained inventory and safety of supplies and facilities

• Created an inclusive and welcoming environment for all students

• Organized school-wide tournaments for basketball, soccer, and volleyball with the administrative/teaching staff

• Taught Health online during pandemic transition for grades 8-12, Bob Jones University Curriculum

• Monitored physical progress through performance exercises from the student home environment

• Created online interactive presentations using Nearpod, Pear Deck, Zoom Annotations, Zoom Chat Tool, Google Classroom

Brooklyn Children’s Museum   Brooklyn, NY

Director of Building Operations     11/2016-10/2018

• Oversaw four key areas at Brooklyn Children’s Museum:

  • • 1. • Plant management: facilities, building maintenance (geothermal system, HVAC, MEP, structural trades), grounds maintenance, custodial services, compliance (FDNY, DOB), and other building functions. 

         • Security: 24-hour security coverage, including oversight of guards and security systems. 

         • Capital projects: planning, construction management, and oversight. 

         • Technology: helpdesk and IT infrastructure, including computers and audio-visual services. 

• Oversaw 10 full-time direct reports supporting facilities, custodial, and security functions. The job also supervises a team of 12 part-time employees and contracted services.

• Established and maintain high standards of building maintenance and operations and safety

• Lead planning and decision-making required to maintain the safety, appearance, and effective/efficient use of the facility and conduct of daily activities. 

• Participated as part of the executive management team in planning; budgeting; and other management decision-making.

• Oversaw capital projects and make recommendations regarding expansion and building projects consistent with the Museum’s institutional goals. 

• Oversaw facilities & security staff in maintaining BCM’s building on a day-to-day basis, including creating and reviewing schedules; conducting regular inspections to ensure high standards of appearance and readiness. 

• Supervised, hired and evaluated department staff consistent with the Museum’s policies; collective bargaining agreements; and, industry best practices. 

• Supervised all vendor contracts associated with structure maintenance and operations including fire detection, fire protection, elevators, HVAC, security, electrical and mechanical. 

• Responded to building system issues or failures, diagnosed causes and supervised all activities required to restore proper operation. 

• Monitored geothermal system and ensured the building operated as “green” as possible. 

• Planned and supervised building structure and service systems repair, alteration, and upgrades.

• Responded to building security alerts, ensuring proper response was undertaken as well as proper security system operation was maintained. 

• Maintained the library of building maintenance and operations manuals, reference documents, and spare parts.

• Maintained relationship and requisite paperwork with FDNY, Department of Buildings, and other compliance agencies. 

• Managed the Museum’s information technology and audio-visual systems, and oversaw set-up and repairs by staff, contractors or consultants. 

• Oversaw inventory of supplies and spares. 

• Managed security systems, including the building key system for access control. 

• Coordinated with other museum staff to minimize the impact of building maintenance and operations activities upon museum functions. 

• Worked with the Executive Vice President to create budgets and document expenses incurred for activities associated with building operation and maintenance. 

OTHER EXPERIENCES, ABILITIES

• Experience working with the City of New York’s Department of Design & Construction 

• Knowledge of NYC Building and Fire Department Codes (FSD/EAP) 

• Experience working in a union environment.

• Ability to respond quickly to urgent security, building service and utility failures, including after hours and on weekend

• Physical dexterity required to access remote spaces (roof, ceiling crawl spaces, etc.) 

• Familiarity with computer-based project management systems (word, excel, email and Microsoft applications)

• Experienced with Google Classroom, Nearpod, Pear Deck, LOOM, ZOOM, Canva, Canvas, Google Sites

• Interest in the visual arts and museum environments. 

• Experience working in an environment serving the public. 

• Strong team player and ability to work with people of many different backgrounds and perspectives. 

• Excellent listening skills and ability to consider ideas of others. 

• Can work in a fast-paced and complicated environment. 

• Ability to work independently and organize effectively. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Spanish and English.

REFERENCES

Upon request.