Training School

Leah Breder

**** **** **** *****

Gotha, Florida 34734

Phone: 239-***-****

E-mail: **********@*****.***

Professional Experience:

Ho’okako’o Corporation

Classroom Teacher, Grade 2, Kamaile Academy Public Charter School

Waianae, HI

July 2012-June 2015

Created a safe and nurturing learning environment in Title One school during an extended learning day; conveyed consistent and clear expectations to all students; provided opportunities for higher level thinking; whole group/small group/one- to- one instruction for daily RTI sessions and data collection; sought effective approaches and school resources when working on goals for individual students; followed math and reading curriculum, while differentiating instruction as well as created supplemental lessons across subject areas; reported on student progress quarterly with a standards-based format; collaborated with grade level team, coaches, and faculty; attended weekly grade level data analysis meetings and school-wide training opportunities; planned and held family involvement and community outreach events.

Classroom Teacher, Multi-age Classroom grades 2 and 3, Veterans Memorial Elementary School, Collier County Public Schools

Naples, FL

August 2007-June 2012

Responsible for providing a safe learning environment; creating and implementing relevant and effective lessons for a multi-age classroom consisting of grades 2 and 3, including ESL and ESE learners; team teaching with colleagues; efficiently collecting and analyzing student data through assessment; reporting student progress quarterly, as well as interim progress reports, in a standards-based reporting format; monitoring student understanding and making both pre-planned and on-the-spot adjustments as needed; promoting positive peer relationships; establishing classroom procedures; managing classroom effectively and efficiently; addressing the needs of every learner by offering options for the multiple intelligences within my classroom; utilizing technology to enhance students’ skills and experiences; attending weekly faculty professional development meetings; attending district training opportunities; acting as the grade level social studies point of contact to the district office; cultivating positive relationships with parents and families.

Infant/Toddler Developmental Specialist (ITDS), Children’s Medical Services, Early Steps & Health Planning Council of FL

Naples and Fort Myers, Florida

2011-2012

Registered independent contractor for the state of FL early intervention services to provide early intervention services to children ages birth to three who have been evaluated and identified as having a developmental delay; support families and caregivers in developing the competence and confidence to help their child learn and develop; provide services in the home or other natural environment; participate in team evaluations; conduct periodic and annual reviews to monitor progress and to update the IFSP (individualized family support plan); participate in weekly meetings with speech pathologists, physical therapists, and occupational therapists to discuss children’s current needs and progress.

Family Resource Counselor, Childcare of Southwest Florida, Inc.

January 2006-June 2007

Responsible for assisting in all aspects of the day-to-day operation of the Collier County office of Child Care of Southwest Florida, including providing resources and referrals to clients and the public; providing financial assistance when possible; managing a caseload and meeting deadlines for continuation of services for clients; and working cooperatively with child care providers and social service agencies in the community.

Site Director, Sports Club

2003-2006

Responsible for overall program operations. Duties included daily supervision of school-age children and staff, including training and staff development. Also responsible for billing, daily attendance, daily activity schedules, record keeping, parent involvement/communication, working cooperatively with school personnel, special events, and ensuring that all industry standards and regulations are reviewed and met.

Assistant Director, P.A.T.’s Kids Club

1998-2003

Provided support to and collaborated with Site Director. Responsibilities included daily activity schedules, staff supervision and training, record keeping, and assisting with overall program operations.

Education:

Florida Gulf Coast University

Fort Myers, Florida

Bachelor of Arts Degree in Liberal Studies with a concentration in Elementary Education and Human Communication, Graduated 2005

Graduate Certificate Early Childhood Special Needs, certification program completed 2008

Edison State Community College

Naples, Florida

Associate of Arts Degree, Graduated 2001

Miami Dade Community College

Miami, Florida

Coursework 1994

Certifications:

State of Florida Department of Education, Professional Educator’s Certificate

Elementary Education (Grades K-6)

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Endorsement

Prekindergarten Disabilities Endorsement

Hawai’i Teacher Standards Board Standard License

Elementary Education K-6

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages K-12

Infant Toddler Developmental Specialist (ITDS)

Florida Department of Health/Early Steps/Children’s Medical Service

Early Childhood Special Needs

Florida Gulf Coast University

Child CPR AED/Infant CPR

American Heart Association

Florida Department of Children and Families:

Behavioral Observation and Screening in Childcare

Special Needs Appropriate Practices

Developmentally Appropriate Practices for Elementary Age Children

Training/Conferences:

Autism

Child Safety Seat Information

Circles of Care

Coping with Stress (for caregivers)

Easy to Love, Difficult to Discipline, with Becky Bailey

Effective Practices for Team Teaching

Energize Your Staff to Strive for Quality

Epilepsy

Including Kids with Special Needs, by Building Blocks Inc.

Kagan Strategies

Leader in Me, 7 Habits of Happy Kids

Legacies and Legos: Building High Quality Programs for Florida’s Children and Families

NSACA Conference (National School-Age Care Alliance)

Parent Involvement

Peacemakers (conflict resolution and peer mediation

PBS (Positive Behavior Support)

Power Struggles

Redirecting Children’s Behavior

Team Building

Understanding ADD/ADHD

Training Conducted:

Appropriate Discipline

Communication with Parents

Emergency Situations

Parent Workshop: Resources for Single Parents

Playground and Outdoor Safety

Professionalism in the Workplace

Non-Related Professional Experience (Current)

Licensed Florida Real Estate Salesperson

1997 to Present

References available upon request.

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