Teacher

STEFANIE VICTORIA LOVELL

*** ******* ******, *** #* ~ Boca Raton, FL 33487

*******@***.*** ~ 561-***-****

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER (K-6TH)

~ Versatile ~ Self-Directed ~ Passionate ~

Resourceful, dedicated, and goal-driven teaching professional with a solid commitment to the social and academic growth and development of every student.

Accommodating and creative individual with a proven talent for developing inspiring, hands-on lessons that capture children’s imagination and breeds success.

Versatile educator with an aptitude to remain flexible and modify lessons as necessary, ensuring that the unique learning styles and abilities of all students are met.

Collaborative team player with superior interpersonal and communication skills able to build strong rapport with students, colleagues, and parents.

Areas of Teaching Proficiency Include:

• Individualized Instruction • Visual and Tactile Learning Methods

• Interactive Learning • Parental Involvement

• Use of Manipulatives • Individualized Education Plans

• Differentiate Instruction • Integration of Technology

• Learning Methodologies • Balanced Literacy Programs

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education K-6 - 2005

Florida Atlantic University – Boca Raton, FL

State of Florida Teaching Certification K-6

PROFESSIONAL TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Montessori Academy of Early Enrichment- Greenacres Florida 2009 -2011

LANGUAGE ARTS and SCIENCE TEACHER

Taught science and language arts using multi-sensory developed lessons that increase student performance and love of learning. Skilled in selecting and adapting best teaching materials for classroom use, with a unique mix of experience and knowledge to help students be attentive and life long learners.

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Professional Teaching Experience Continued…

Family of Four Children – Nassau, Bahamas 2007 – 2009

PRIVATE TEACHER

Taught four children at different grade levels including Pre-K, and grades 3-8 during a two-year period using the curriculum from the Calvert School in Maryland. Used high degree of preparation to organize multi-level teaching and utilized strong organization skills to schedule periods for both individual and group instruction around students’ busy sports schedules. Provided clear, consistent directions and follow-through to ensure students remained on-task.

Summit Private School – Boca Raton, FL 2003 - 2007

UPPER ELEMENTARY TEACHER

In this Montessori Private School, taught Elementary students all core subject areas using a variety of teaching strategies to ensure that all types of learners were reached. Maintained constant communication with parents to keep them informed of their children’s progress and to acknowledge achievements and address any behavioral or academic concerns.

• Supported a balanced reading program through the implementation of writing and reading workshops.

• Conceptualized, developed, and supervised student-run publishing center, publishing student’s independent work through a wide range of mediums.

• Integrated technology through the development of units that included computer literacy skills, internet research, and presentation software.

• Utilized various mediums, modeling, and organized student-led group sharing to make lessons engaging and to reach all kinesthetic, visual, and auditory learners.

• Actively engaged students in the learning process through the use of diverse manipulatives including literature, music, movies, and fine arts to encourage participation and allow students to take ownership of their learning.

• Enhanced student academic and social growth by using varied teaching strategies and techniques including whole group, individual, small group, and teacher modeling to provide a solid academic foundation and positive attitude toward education.

• Designed and organized an after school math club, providing more time for students to explore and self-discover mathematical concepts.

• Selected instructional resources including Zaner Bloser Spelling and Singapore Math and effectively implemented them into the classroom.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Conscious Discipline- 2009

Melissa Forney’s Writing Workshop- 2010

American Montessori Society Teacher’s New York Conference – 2007

Summit Montessori Teachers Training Institute– 2005 – 2006

American Montessori Society Teacher’s Chicago Conference - 2005

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Professional Teaching Experience Continued…

COMMUNITY INITIATIVES

Palm Beach County Horseman’s Association – Organize staff for non-profit horseshow

Coach Roudy Fights Childhood Obesity – Organize fundraising events

COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) / Apple Works / Presentation Software

**References Available Upon Request**

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