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Gabriela M. Brown

Mobil 513-***-**** – Home 954-***-****

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Objective

To achieve a professional position with diverse responsibilities that will permit rapid professional advancement as well as personal growth.

Summary of Qualifications

• Highly skilled educator with strong commitment for the development of students

• Leader by example, results-oriented, hands-on professional with a successful record in a variety of capacities

• High energy, ability to focus under pressure and consistently give appropriate attention to detail

• Excellent communication and organizational skills, competent and meaningful team player

Education

Master of Science, Specializing in Educational Leadership GPA 3.65

NOVA Southeastern University March 2000

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education and Early Childhood Education GPA 3.2

Florida International University December 1996

Miami, FL

Professional Accomplishments

F.C. Martin Elementary Magnet School 1997-2001

International Baccalaureate Program (IBO/PYP)

Teacher (1rst and 5th Grade)

Grade-Level Chairperson (1rst and 5th Grade)

Curriculum Design Team Leader

• Planned and taught developmentally appropriate lessons with clear objectives motivating student learning

• Able to engage students in the learning process through the use of appropriate and meaningful lessons and by allowing ownership of their learning, resulting in students aspiring more challenging goals

• Designated by Principal to be part of collaborative Leadership and Curriculum Design Team, resulting in the curriculum writing implementing successfully Sunshine State Standards along with the IBO/PYP philosophy

• Evaluated and researched material to counsel staff while facilitating successful execution of new organization-wide program. Efforts resulted in receipt of accreditation, (IBO/PYP)

• Authored and developed newsletter to guide and maximize staff performance. Resulted in improved working environment and staff morale

• Established mutually respectful and caring relationships with students and parents, resulting in productive communication

Highpoint Academy 1994-1997

Teacher (Kindergarten)

• Taught children with diverse learning needs

• Used varied teaching strategies and techniques: whole group, individual, and teacher guided to promote a solid foundation to learning

• Collaborated with fellow teachers and administrative team, resulting in overall school improvement

Certifications

• Florida Department of Children and Families, VPK Director Credential, Staff Credentials, Director Credentials (Expected Completion October, 2009)

• State of Florida Department of Education Temporary Educator’s Certificate, 2008,

• State of Florida Department of Education Professional Educator’s Certificates for Educational Leadership (Exp 2006)

• Licensed for the State of Ohio: Educational Leadership for Principals & Administrators, Principles of Learning and Teaching and Education of Young Children, 2006

Miscellaneous

• Fluent in Spanish, proficient verbal and written skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Microsoft Word, Power Point, and Excel

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