Crystal Amado Kucharski · 2019. 5. 29. · Crystal Amado Kucharski August 2012-present Royal Palm...

Crystal Amado Kucharski

Objective

To gain a position as an Assistant Principal specializing in coordination of student activities and achievement.

Education

Spring 2012 Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, FL

Masters of Education Educational Leadership K-12

August 2006 Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, FL

Bachelor of Arts Psychology

Certification

Biology; 6-12 Educational Leadership; all levels ESOL; K-12 Reading Endorsement

Experience

August 2012-present Royal Palm Beach Community High School

Royal Palm Beach, FL

Teacher on Assignment: Dean of Student Services Manages a v ariety of school adm inistrative functions for the pu rpose of enforcing school, district,

and state policy and maintain safety and efficiency of school operations. Supports and regularly check-in with students regarding academic, behavioral, and social issues. Facilitates communication between personnel, stude nts and parents for the purpose of evaluating

situations, solving problems and resolving conflicts. Confers appropriate consequences for behavior including detention, alternative to suspension and out

of school suspension. Leads efforts to promote student attendance and punctuality. Collects and reviews weekly student evaluations. Coordinates alternative placement for students.



AVID Coordinator Facilitates meetings for the purpose of meeting curriculum guidelines. Maintains support for current AVID students and parents regarding academic concerns. Analyzes data to identify qualifying students from feeder schools. Creates recruitment plan. Collaboratively establishes curricula in alignment with the standards of AVID. Coordinates PDD for faculty on AVID strategies.




Soccer Athletic Director Supervises all home soccer games. Issues contracts for each contest. Maintains proper and necessary records. Verifies soccer athletic eligibility lists. Collects and submits money for ticket sales.

August 2012-January 2013 Royal Palm Beach Community High School


Accreditation Assistant Coordinator Facilitated the self assessment. Maintained records of evidence. Assisted with the school narratives.



Professional Development Team Contact Meet and communicate with PD team members and administration about the needs of our staff. Present, coordinate, and update professional development activities to faculty and staff.



Varsity’s Women’s Soccer Assistant Coach Facilitates academic checks for players. Organizes senior night, holiday banquet, and end of the year banquet. Coordinates fundraisers.



Tutoring Organizes and facilitates afterschool e2020 sessions. Coordinates ACT Boot Camps. Manages placement of students in Saturday tutorial sessions.



School Wide Positive Behavior Support (SW-PBS) Coach Lead in the d evelopment of a functioni ng educational philosophy consistent with the values of the

community, teachers, school administration and Palm Beach County School District. Works with students and teachers to maintain a positive learning environment. Assists in designing curriculum for character education. Facilitates surveys and PDD for faculty and staff.




School Advisory Council Treasurer 2011-present. Voting member 2010-present. Assists with the SIP updates and clarifications of plan.



Instructional Leadership Team Collaborates with team to put together course selection sheets. Helps to organize student incentives for tutoring and scores. Facilitates teacher incentives for tutoring. Mentors new teachers as part of ESP.

August 2010-August 2012 Royal Palm Beach Community High School


ESOL Coordinator and Department Head Mentored teachers to provide instructional strategies, effectively organized environments. Used student performance evaluations to improve instruction. Utilized data from Educational Data Warehouse to identify learning needs of students. Gathered and managed resources for instructional staff to improve student achievement. Organized learning environments to achieve literacy instructional goals, rotational model. Created tutoring schedules and lesson for individualized tutoring based on individual student needs. Implemented, monitored, and instructed students and parents for the skills necessary to effectively

utilize the Reading Plus software program for home use. Coordinated CELLA testing.

August 2006-August 2010 Royal Palm Beach Community High School


Teacher Florida certified teacher in Biology 6-12, ESOL K-12, and Reading Endorsed. Instructor for Advanced Placement Biology, Biology, Biology Honors, ESOL Biology, ESOL Earth

Space Science, and ESOL Environmental Science Planned and implemented lessons for science classes. Assessed student progress through daily participation, class work, homework, quizzes and exams. Served as teacher for after school and Saturday FCAT tutorial program. Served as a Reading teacher for after school ACT tutorial program.


References Mr. Jesus Armas, Principal – Royal Palm Beach High School

Ms. Lisa Jones, Assistant Principal – Royal Palm Beach High School

Abbie Buntin

Career Focus

To join a team of professionals with whom I can collaborate and utilize my experience, education, curriculum knowledge and teambuilding skills to contribute to the development of quality instruction that meets student needs and cultivates an optimal learning environment.

Certification

Reading Endorsement (pending DOE application) Elementary Education (K - 6) Prekindergarten/Primary Education (age 3 - Grade 3) ESOL Endorsement

Professional Experience

Teacher, K/1st, Port Salerno Elementary School August 2012–Present August 2006–June 2009

August 1999-June 2001 Planned and implemented data-based, differentiated instruction through workshop model Model classroom for school site and district-wide Balanced Literacy Initiative Coordinated study groups and collaborated with colleagues regarding literacy practices

Writing Coach, K-5, Port Salerno Elementary August 2009 – June 2012

Designed, facilitated and implemented a district-wide K-2 Balanced Literacy initiative, utilizing Port Salerno Elementary as a model school, to expand Reading and Writing Workshop instructional strategies throughout the district, including training of administrators, literacy coaches and teachers

Coach K-5, Title I teachers in use of assessment, data analysis and curriculum planning to provide standards-based, differentiated instruction

Analyze state, school and classroom data to determine correlations and achievement trends in order to support instructional programming and planning

Collaborate with district leaders to create systematic approaches to instructions and deliver professional development, including the Common Core State Standards Initiative

Coordinate, facilitate and provide on-site professional development for teachers K-5, including grade level and vertical teaming opportunities for advanced professional development

Orchestrate comprehensive off-site professional development for K-5 teachers and coaches through affiliate work at Columbia Teachers College

Extend K-5 Reading and Writing Workshop instruction to other counties by hosting teachers and administrators and providing classroom observations and debriefing sessions

Select and maintain instructional materials to support literacy initiatives

Teacher, 6th – 10th, Lighthouse Community Day School August 1998-June 1999 Planned and implemented data-based, project based, differentiated instruction for self

contained 6th-10th grade students

Education

Masters Degree in Reading Education, Florida Atlantic University 2010 Bachelor of Arts, Liberal Studies, California State University San Marcos 1994

VINCENT L. CARACCIOLO, PHR

HUMAN RESOURCES PROFESSIONAL

Results-oriented, confide nt, and ethi cal HR exe cutive offerin g a solid history of imp roving em ployee satisfaction, prod uctivity and rete ntion while ma intaining co nfidentiality in a fast-pa ced ed ucational environment. Extremely familiar with Palm Beach County School Board Poli cies as well as Florida Statutes and Code of Ethics for Educators. Possesses a working knowledge of ADA, EEO, FMLA, Workers Comp, and OSHA regulations. Optimistic, supportive leader skilled in cle arly communicating perfo rmance expectations, empowering personnel to execute job functions, and holding staff accountable for individual actions.

Areas of expertise include:

Regulatory / Policy Compliance Employee Training & Development Labo r Relations Employee Investigations Personnel Recruitment & Retention ADA Administration Grievan ce Hearings Management – Staff Mediations Safety Initiatives Discipli nary Action Union Contract Negotiations EEO Documentation

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Palm Beach County School District (1998 – Present) HUMAN RESOURCES RELATIONSHIP MANAGER, Area 2 (2007 – Present) Newly created position designed to assist school administrators with handling various HR related issues. Serve as liaison between District and schools to support each school’s administrative staff in implementing HR policies and procedures. Conduct investigations and ensure proper progressive disciplinary action is taken when appropriate. Work with all levels of employees including Area Superintendents, Directors, School Police, Legal and Labor Relations as well as CTA representatives. PERSONNEL COMPLIANCE MANAGER, Maintenance and Plant Operations Department (2000 – 2007) Appointed to direct and manage all HR issues, Federal, State, and Local regulatory compliance, payroll, safety, labor relations, and contract negotiations for 625 employees. Recruited, interviewed, selected, and hired personnel. Led and administered employee evaluations, disciplinary actions, terminations, and alleged misconduct investigations. Directed all training programs including management, hourly, and OSHA training. Interfaced with unions to interpret contracts, hear grievances, facilitate mediations, and negotiate new contracts. TEACHER (ACTING ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL), Western Pines Middle School (1998 - 2000) Certified Math teacher assigned temporary duty as sixth grade Assistant Principal. Performed all administrative duties of Assistant Principal except completion of teacher evaluations.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

University of Illinois Bachelor of Science in Business Management

Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM)

Professional in Human Resources (PHR)

State of Florida Certified Teacher Middle Grades Math (5 – 9)

Mary F. Ford

Fifteen years of dedicated experience as an educator in elementary,

middle, and high school levels

Achieves academic excellence by working collaboratively with all

members of the school staff to manage and nurture a positive school

culture

Strong Leadership/Mentoring Skills

Excellent Organizational Skills

Possess experience in academic enhancement, curriculum development,

extracurricular activities management, personnel management, student

based environment, and facility operations

Diverse Community Relations

Strong Leadership and Managerial Skills

Solid Human Relation Skills

Ability to Plan, Develop and Implement

Excellent People and Public Relations Skills

Knowledge of Common Core/International Baccalaureate/Advanced

Placement/Dual Enrollment

Excellent Analytic and Problem Solving Abilities

Excellent Oral and Written Communication Skills

Ability to Work Independently and in a Team Environment

Knowledge of Facility Management

Knowledge of All Core Curriculum (Reading, Math, Social Science,

English)

Knowledge of Master Board Development

To continually increase academic achievement by using research based

programs. A successful learning environment can be achieved through

high expectations, clear goals, and collaborations with educators and

parents.

Pahokee Middle Senior High School

Assistant Principal

August 2007 - Present

Glade View Elementary School

ESOL Coordinator/Pre-K Educator

August 2006 - June 2007

Glades Central High School

ESE Coordinator/Educator


CAREER

PROFILE

SKILLS

EDUCATIONAL

VISION

EMPLOYMENT

HISTORY Pahokee, FL

Belle Glade, FL

Belle Glade, FL

Wellness Champion

Testing Coordinator

Leadership Team

Contact for Culture Program

Director of Public Relations

Department Chair Person

Peer Teacher

Mentor

School Advisory Committee-By Laws Chair Person

Participant, Grant Writing Committee

Participant, Technology Committee

Developed Student Code of Conduct

Developed Student Dress Code

Participant, Staff Development Team

Union Representative

Assistant Girl's Track Coach

Marzano

Common Core

Deconstructing Racism

Master Board

International Baccalaureate

Educational Data Warehouse

School Improvement

Just Read Florida Reading Academy

Local Education Agency

Clinical Educator

Accommodating Diverse Learners

P.A.T.H. (Planning Alternative Tomorrow With Hope)

Central Elementary School

Co- Director After School Program


Hendry County Health

Department-Teen Center

Tutor


Central Elementary School

Educator

October 1997 - May 2003

Florida Gulf Coast University

Masters of Education, Educational Leadership

May 2003

Kent State University

Bachelors of Arts, Psychology and Women

Studies

December 1982

Clewiston, FL

Clewiston, FL

Clewiston, FL

EDUCATION

Fort Myers, FL

Kent, OH

PROFESSIONAL

OPPORTUNITIES

PROFESSIONAL

DEVELOPMENT

Teaching The Difficult Student

Teaching Writing

Behavioral Intervention for the Classroom

Curriculum-Based Measurement-Administration and Scoring

Alternative Assessments

Nonviolent Crisis Intervention

College Board

Diagnostic Assessments of Reading

Mrs. Tonya King-Grant

EDUCATION May 2009 Nova Southeastern University Master of Science Educational Leadership August 1991 Florida A & M University Bachelor of Science Political Science WORK EXPERIENCE 2011 – 2012 Single School Culture for Academics

(Lake Shore Middle School) Learning Team Facilitator

Analyze and interpret data from various assessment reports

Assist teachers with interpreting data from various assessment reports

Assist teachers with unpacking benchmarks to ensure lessons are aligned with standards

Present professional development Work closely with administration to identify

appropriate strategies to improve student achievement

Attend LTF meetings

2011 – 2012 Single School Culture for Academics (Pioneer Park Elementary/ Pahokee High School)

Learning Team Facilitator Analyze and interpret data from various assessment

reports Assist teachers with interpreting data from various

assessment reports Assist teachers with unpacking benchmarks to ensure

lessons are aligned with standards Present professional development Work closely with administration to identify

appropriate strategies to improve student achievement

Attend LTF meetings

2007-2011 Glades Central High School Reading Coach

Modeling for Reading & other disciplines Implement District & State K12 Comprehensive Reading

Plan Assist with the development of school based Reading plan Assist with scheduling students in Intensive Reading classes Schedule FAIR testing for Reading teachers Attend Reading Coach meetings regarding academic

initiatives

Meet with reading teachers to keep them informed of current reading mandates

Conduct professional development for reading & other disciplines

Work closely with administration Inform parents of Reading plan and other academic initiatives

2000-2007 Lake Shore Annex Transition (Cross Roads Academy) Social Studies Teacher

Responsible for the education of high school students in the areas of Social Studies

Created lessons that incorporate textbook knowledge with real world experiences

Developed and implemented strategies that encourage high performance of students

1997-2000 GEO Group/South Bay Correctional Facility (Adults)

Academic Instructor Responsible for educating inmates in all academic areas Assisted inmates with researching information via the

Internet Assisted inmates with the completion of assignments

1996-1997 Crestwood Middle School Teacher



1994-1996 West School of Choice Teacher



1993-1994 Glade View Elementary Teacher



LEADERSHIP Internal Audit Facilitator (2011-2012) Professional Development Team Leader (2011-2012) EXPERIENCE FAU/PBSC Good Fit Mentor (2009–2010)

PBSC Transition to Teaching Mentor (2006–2007) Chairperson of School Advisory Council (2005-2007) Department Chairperson (2005-2007) Team Leader (2005-2007)

Professional Development Team Member (2005-2006) Chairperson of Employee Building Council (2005–2006)

Building CTA Representative (2004–2007) TRAININGS E2020

Reader’s Workshop Meeting the Needs of All Students Marzano Evaluation System

FCAT Test Preparation Common Core Internal Audit (PBCSD) Lesson Study Differentiated Instruction FCIM (Florida Continuous Improvement Model) Gradual Release Model FPMS (Florida Performance Measures System) CRISS

CERTIFICATIONS Educational Leadership (State of Florida)

Social Studies 5-9 (State of Florida) Integrated Curriculum Middle Grades 5-9 (State of Florida) Exceptional Student Education K-12 (State of Florida) Reading Endorsement K-12 (State of Florida)

REFERENCES Angela Moore Principal Belle Glade Elementary Rose Backhus Assist ant Director

Single School Culture for Academics Derrick Hibler Principal KEC/ Canal Point Elementary

Janet D. Holmes

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Eagar to revitalize science literacy and produce productive global citizens in twenty-first century students using a unique combination of science education experience coupled with relevant reading and writing methodologies.

Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction: Science Education and Bachelor’s Degree in Biology Education.

Promotes engaging and interactive teaching as a means of creating and nurturing lifelong learners in all students.

EDUCATION AND HONORS M.S. Curriculum and Instruction: Science Education University of Texas at Arlington, 2012

Bachelor of Science Biology Education Florida International University, 2008

Science Educators Association Palm Beach County Science Teacher of the Year, 2012

EMPLOYMENT Secondary Biology Educator – Glades Central Community High School

2008 - 2013 Science Department Instructional Leader Literacy Leadership Team Professional Development Team AVID Site Team Member Technology Team Science Fair Coordinator

Science Resource Teacher – West Area of SDPBC 2013 - Present

Secondary Science Resource Teacher

Nina J. Lant

OBJECTIVE

My objective is to become a principal in Palm Beach County.

EXPERIENCE

June 2013-Present North Grade Elementary School Lake Worth, Fl. Summer School Site Administrator

Interview and hire staff and teachers Create class rosters Assign paraprofessionals Monitor discipline Order all supplies and materials

July 2009-Present Discovery Key Elementary School Lake Worth, Fl. Assistant Principal

Testing Coordinator

Master Scheduler

Textbook Manager

Facilitates Learning Team Meetings

Facilitates Team Leader Meetings

Provides Professional Development to teachers and staff

Evaluation of school-based personnel

Faculty and staff interviews

ESP and Pre-Service Coordinator

Liaison for SBT

Analyze data to determine focus of instructional needs

Plan and implement afterschool tutorials

Support School-wide Positive Behavior Support Program

August 2008-July 2009 Osceola Creek Middle School Loxahatchee, FL E.S.E Coordinator

Coordinated and facilitated all Child Study Meetings

Designed and implemented staff development for teachers regarding E.S.E Policies and Procedures

Monitored the implementation of I.E.P’s to assure compliance

August 2005-June 2007 Frontier Elementary School Loxahatchee, FL 5th Grade Teacher

Learning Team Facilitator

Grade Chairperson

School Advisory Council Chairperson

Presenter of FCAT Test Specifications in Community Forum

Coordinator of Spring Carnival Fundraiser

Planned implemented school wide morning tutorials

August 2000-June 2005 Heritage Elementary School Greenacres, FL 5th Grade Teacher

Team Leader and Learning Team Facilitator


Hosted Student Teachers as a Clinical Educator

C.O.R.E Team Leader

August 1990-June 2000 Forest Park Elementary School Boynton Beach, FL 5th Grade Teacher


Grade Chairperson

Hosted Student Teachers as Clinical Educator

Safety Patrol Sponsor

SECME Sponsor

EDUCATION

May 2007 Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, FL Master’s Degree

Educational Leadership December 1985 S.U.N.Y Cortland Cortland , NY Bachelor’s Degree

Elementary Education/Early Secondary Education

REFERENCES

Catherine Lewis Principal – Discovery Key Elementary School (561) 491-8211 David Alfonso Area Director – Palm Beach County Schools (561) 422-2520

Patti Lucas, Ed.D

OBJECTIVE: To obtain the position of Principal of H. L. Johnson Elementary School where I would continue the legacy of student success, collaboration with parents, staff, and the community, with the goal to improve teaching and learning, to provide a safe and orderly climate, to identify areas of concern while embracing new challenges to ensure success for all. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

PRINCIPAL, Greenacres Elementary School, Greenacres, FL 2006Present

Lucy Calkins Reading and Writing Affiliate School Grant Recipient (Four Years) Dual Language Program 50/50 Two‐Way Immersion Model International Spanish Academy Created the Greenacres Family Resource Center “Preventing the Summer Reading Slide” Grant Recipient (Three Years) Devised focused tutorial programs to meet student needs Utilized Classroom Walkthrough information for LTM, PDD, and coaching support Created Motivational Programs for teachers and students Significantly increased Parental Involvement through innovative outreach programs Established a mentoring program focusing on students through SBT Completed SAL‐P Individual Conferences with every grade 3‐5 student (335 students)

ADJUNCT FACULTY Palm Beach State College & Florida Atlantic University 2007Present ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL, Jupiter Middle School, Jupiter, FL 20032006

Provided Professional Development in reading, writing, technology, and data analysis Lead School Improvement Plan creation and implementation

ESOL Liaison Classroom Walkthrough Trained (CWT)

Testing Coordinator Co‐Created Best Practices Handbook for JMS Faculty and Staff Facilitated Learning Team Meetings School Wide Scheduling ESP Coordinator (New teacher program) TEACHER, School District of Palm Beach County 1992 2002 Beacon Cove Intermediate School, Lighthouse Elementary School & Roosevelt Elementary Teacher – Gifted and Regular Education: K, 1, 2, & 4

Early Release Workshops Professional Development Collected and analyzed running record data Student Council Sponsor Instructional Innovation Team Chair School Advisory Council (SAC) Chair School Advisory Council (SAC) Vice‐Chair Team Leader & Grade Chair

TEACHING/ADMINISTRATIVE ACCOMPLISHMENTS: CTA Outstanding Principal 2007‐2010 Dwyer Award Nominee 1999 Disney American Teacher of the Year Nominee 1999 & 2002 Teacher of the Year Lighthouse Elementary 1996 Teacher of the Year Lighthouse Elementary 1999

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS & AFFILIATIONS Board Member Florida Association of School Administrators (FASA) Chair, Elementary Principals Association Vice Chair, Elementary Principals Association

Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development Member National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP) Member IRA (International Reading Association) Member Phi Delta Kappan Member Delta Kappa Gamma Member ASCD Member Professional Subscriptions Kiwanis Club Member

EDUCATION Doctor of Education, Nova Southeastern University, April 2006 Dissertation: Program Analysis of Reading Technology Programs Master of Arts Educational Leadership, Florida Atlantic University Massachusetts Elementary Certification, Northeastern University Master of Arts Policy Science, SUNY Binghamton, Bachelor of Arts Political Science, Fairfield University

Kathryn Morem

Professional Objective

Position in Educational Leadership – Supervision Qualifications

Qualified professional development & curriculum director offering professional, practical skills in the de velopment, pl anning and implem entation of innovati ve, comprehensi ve instruc tional programs… Marzano Inst ructional Eval uation Framew ork, St andards Deco nstruction, Differentiated In struction, Balanced Litera cy Fr amework, Professional Learn ing Co mmunities, Technology I ntegration, FL School Le ader Eval uation Implementation a nd Ef fective Feed back; experience is supported with a Ma ster o f Ed ucation with empha sis in Cu rriculum Design an d Instruction from Arizona State University.

Apply exceptional writing abilities to a multitude of technical projects; school improvement plans, professional developme nt impleme ntations, c ommunity correspondence , whitepaper s, executive summaries, RFP ’s, and gr ant abs tracts. …Bilingual: Fluently read , write a nd sp eak Spanish. Well-developed organizational, ti me management an d an alysis sk ills; coordinate an d prioritize responsibilities to achieve optimum efficiency… program planning and execution, c ollaborative decision making, student achievement data analysis aligned to curriculum & instruction solutions at multiple levels. Communicate clearly and concisely ; conduct for mal clas s and s taff pr esentations t hat en gage and m otivate studen ts an d administr ators, while utili zing v aried instructiona l strateg ies & technology formats supported by thorough research and application… intelligent, earnest and credible. Specialized training in second language acquisition; Sheltered English Immersion teacher at the elementary level and Inter national Bacc alaureate For eign Language inst ruction at the high school level…program developer and district trainer of school staff on best teaching practices for English Language Learners as required for endorsement.

Profile of Expertise The following is a representative index of specific areas of knowledge and proficiency: Professional Development Designer & Leader FL Race to the Top Grant Management Curriculum Mapping – focus Units of Study Assistant Principal Ana lytical/Problem Solving Ma rzano Teacher Evaluation Specialist Civic Networks/Articulation Bilin gual– Spanish CCSS Deconstruction Student Achievement Data Analysis

Professional Experience 2011- Current Martin County School District – Stuart, FL District Coordinator, Race to the Top Grant

Manage 12 work plans in accordance with RTTT scope of work Oversee sub-committees assigned to RTTT work plans Manage and implement district teacher evaluation system in accordance with

SB 736 – develop HR policies and procedures aligned to state requirements for evaluation process; roster verification, in structional pract ice, stu dent gro wth measurements (VAM); deliberate practice

Design an d c onduct pr ofessional de velopment on effec tive feedback with strategies aligned to Marzano - whole group and site-based instructional rounds delivery formats for school leaders

Lead ad ministrator trai ning o n ev aluation in ter-rater reliab ility an d s coring accuracy

Software manager for iObservation evaluation tracking system Lead strategic plan for Florida School Leader Assessment System Co-lead negotiations process with teacher’s union (MCEA) Co-facilitate CCSS stan dards deconstruction professi onal d evelopment;

instructional shifts and curriculum mapping Configure e valuation cal culation, wei ghting a nd sc oring with co ntracted

Marzano vendor, Learning Sciences International 2009 - 2011 Cartwright Elementary School District – Glendale, AZ Assistant Principal – Palm Lane Elementary School (K-5)

Supervised certified, classified staff and student population of 865 Responsible for student be havior management, building management, teacher

evaluation; professional de velopment fo rmats al igned t o st udent asse ssment and teacher instructional performance

Directed on-going data ana lysis meetings base d formative and s ummative assessment performance at team and school wide levels

Facilitated cu rriculum mapping with units o f stud y and b ackward design emphasis.

Facilitated school community communication in English and Spanish Implemented district PLC structured initiative Provide pr ofessional de velopment in u nit development, reade rs/writers

workshop Lead instructional technology integration staff training Implemented AIMS and quarterly benchmark administration Co-developed and i mplemented sch ool i mprovement pl an, pl us 3 -tiered R tI

plan Oversaw site ESE program – 8 classrooms –Autistic self-contained, Resource,

EBD and Severe & Profound Disabilities 2009- 2009 Level 3 Audio Visual – Promethean – Mesa, AZ Promethean Sales Management Professional Development Director

Strategic p ositioning o f P romethean Int eractive Whiteboard an d digital classroom peripherals (student response systems and slates)

The Activclassroom – emphasis on student-lead technology use Lead pr ogram development and implementation pl anning wi th di strict and

school l evel deci sion makers, i ncluding p rincipals, directors an d superintendents - needs a nalysis, phase -in, jo b-embedded st aff de velopment and program monitoring

2003 -2007 PLATO Learning, Inc. - Minneapolis, MN Account Management

Procured new business and managed existing accounts of K-12 e-instruction solutions for public, private and BIA schools Conducted cu rriculum sal es prese ntations for sc hool and district deci sion

makers Responded to RFPs, hosted sales seminars, and presented at trade conferences

on e-instructional trends and state-standards aligned programs Focused on program posi tioning f or K -3 R eading, seco ndary dr op-out

prevention , credit recovery, and English Language Learning 1999 - 2003 Paradise Valley Unified School District - Phoenix, AZ. Echo Mountain Elementary 3rd Grade SEI Teacher and Administrative Intern

Implemented 3rd grade c urriculum w ith discreet accommodations for ELL students in Structured English Immersion classroom

Conducted dis trict-wide, staff de velopment train ings on ELD in structional methodology

Principal internship

1994 – 1999 Scottsdale Unified School District - Scottsdale, AZ. Desert Mountain High School Chair, Foreign Language Department International Baccalaureate Instructor of Spanish Language

Implemented high school I.B. (Language B, Spanish) curriculum with inclusive assessment measures

Supervised a nd t rained de partment l anguage t eachers with a n em phasis o n Total Physical Response and Natural Approach methodology

Conducted district Differentiated Instruction staff development Taught levels 1-4, AP and IB Spanish classes NCA committee director

1999 Scottsdale Community College - Scottsdale, AZ. SPA 115 Instructor – Spring Semester

Adjunct faculty teacher of basic, conversational Spanish 1996 – 1997 Leysin American School - Leysin, Switzerland. IB Spanish Instructor

International Baccalaureate Teacher of Spanis h a nd me ntor to a cul turally diverse student body

Education Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona Master of Education, Curriculum Design & Instruction – 1995 Bachelor of Arts, Spanish – 1993 University of Phoenix, Phoenix Arizona Administrative coursework

Certificates FLORIDA Principal, and Educational Leadership K-12 ARIZONA Principal, and Educational Leadership K-12 Arizona Secondary 7-12 (Spanish) and Middle Grade Endorsement Florida Secondary 7-12 (Spanish)

Professional Affiliations

ASCD NABE

Chad Phillips

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

To collaborate with teachers and administrators in an effort to increase student achievement and teacher efficacy.

To demonstrate communication skills to form good working relationships with students, parents, staff, and community.

FLORIDA PROFESSIONAL EDUCATOR CERTIFICATIONS

• K-12 Educational Leadership • K-6 Elementary Education • Grades 5-9 Middle Grades Science

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE School District of Palm Beach County December 2012 - Present K-12 Science Specialist, Area 1

Collaborate with school staff to ensure that research-based programs are implemented with fidelity.

Continually assess and evaluate progress for assigned schools. Assist coaches and schools in effectively using data to make adjustments to instruction. Guide schools in tailoring instruction to meet individual needs. Implement and conduct training for content teachers and mentoring.

School District of Palm Beach County February 2009 – December 2012 Elementary Science Program Planner, Department of Curriculum

Development of science action plans and implementation of professional development. Data conferencing with administration and teachers to ensure that strategies are implemented. Coordinate the implementation of district-adopted instructional materials including print and

technology components. Facilitate professional development: Grades K – 5 Next Generation Sunshine State Standards,

Performance Task Items, 5 E Model of Instruction, Learning Village, Science Content Trainings, Science Notebooks, More Picture Perfect Science and Picture Perfect Science, Human Growth and Development.

Model lessons and hands-on activities in elementary classrooms using explicit instruction. Implement technology approaches to subject material: Developed interactive science vocabulary

using iPad, iTouch, or web-based format. Maintain a list of appropriate iPad, iTouch, and iPhone apps for classroom instruction.

Utilization of Adobe Connect to communicate among stakeholders and provide virtual field trips for teachers and students.

Administrative Marzano Training and iObservation. Trained in Designing and Presenting Professional Development for Beginning Teachers. Co-creator of Science Picture Vocabulary Cards which associate pictures with the FCAT tested

vocabulary words. The vocabulary cards are translated in three languages (English, Spanish, and Creole).

Developed cross-curricular lesson plans infusing elementary science standards and physical education standards.

Coordinate professional development for science coaches and science contacts. Coordinate the District Elementary Mathematics and Science Fair. Drafted and edited elementary science curriculum lessons and Human Growth and Development

of 2

curriculum lessons. Organize the Palm Beach County K – 12 Science Symposium. Organize the Palm Beach Zoo/South Florida Science Museum Professional Development Day. Grant implementation and writing: School Improvement Grant, MacArthur Beach State Park, and

Full STEAM Ahead. Participated in the Florida Department of Education Grade 5 Science FCAT 2.0 Test Item Review

and Achievement Level Descriptions committees. Participated in the Florida Department of Education Grade 5 Science FCAT 2.0 Alignment Study

Meeting with Dr. Norman Webb. School District of Palm Beach County August 2007 – February 2009 K – 12 Science Resource Teacher, Department of Curriculum

Coordinate, support, and monitor curriculum initiatives. School District of Palm Beach County August 2004 – June 2007 Grade 6 Science Teacher, Tradewinds Middle School

Sixth Grade Team Leader: Assisted in monitoring academic performance of students and provided guidelines regarding school vision and mission statement.

Student Council Sponsor Boys and Girls Interscholastic and Intramural soccer coach

School District of Palm Beach County August 1996 – May 2004 Grade 6 Science Teacher, Lantana Middle School

EDUCATION M.S. in Education – Educational Leadership Walden University December 2008 B.A., Biology University of Delaware Newark, DE December 1995

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS Florida Association of Science Supervisors National Science Teachers Association Palm Beach County Science Educators Association School District of Palm Beach County Textbook Adoption Committee Families Reading Together Committee LEED Design/Signage Committee

HONORS AND AWARDS Aspiring Leaders Academy II (Completion in 2014) 2005/2006 National Honor Roll’s Outstanding American Teachers 2005 Economic Council Excellence in Education Dwyer Award Finalist Clinical Education National Science Teachers Association Conference presenter Palm Beach County Preschool Science Symposium presenter Lunar and Meteorite Certification

August 1992-October 2000 Howell L. Watkins Middle School Assistant Principal Social Studies Teacher Assistant Principal August 1998-October 2000 Teacher on Assignment August 1995-1998 Intramural Coordinator Aftercare Program Coordinator August 1997-2000 Job Responsibilities: Coordinate and manage an after school hours program for students consisting of tutorial and recreational time. Social Studies Teacher August 1992-1995 Team Leader Girls’ Softball Coach Boys’ Volleyball Coach Girls’ Cheerleading Coach August 1991-June 1992 Palmetto Elementary Teacher August 1990-June 1991 Palm Beach Gardens Elementary Teacher VOLUNTEER/EXTRACURRICULAR LEADERSHIP ROLES Boys’ Basketball Coach, Palm Beach Gardens Recreation Department Religion Class Teacher, St. Clare’s Church Boys’ Baseball Scorekeeper, Palm Beach Gardens Youth Athletic Association Fun and Fitness Club, Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School Golf Digest, Administrative Assistant

Jessica Roman

________________________________________________________________________ EDUCATION MASTERS OF ADMINISTRATION AND SUPERVISION 1/04 Touro College, Manhattan, NY

Internship – 300 hours of in-school administrative duties G.P.A. 3.8

MASTERS OF ELEMENTARY EDUCATION 1/03 College of Staten Island, Staten Island, NY

G.P.A. 3.5

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE ELEMENTARY EDUCATION 5/00 State University at Oswego, Oswego, NY

Concentration: Social Studies G.P.A. 3.1 Dean’s List – Spring 1998, Spring 1999, Fall 1999

LICENSES Provisional Certification of New York State – License # 781476 Provisional Certification of Florida ESOL Endorsement (K-12) Reading Endorsement (K-12) PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PALM BEACH COUNTY Reading Coach Middle School/High School – Quality Assurance Team 8/11- 6/12

Model to teachers Read 180/ Edge in the Classroom using Scope and Sequence Calendar and Learning Village Lessons

Respond to teachers’ needs by modeling effective instructional practices while supporting and encouraging the teachers as they implement new teaching strategies

Consistently collect, analyze and evaluate student data and longitudinal data to identify trends through EDW reports

Facilitate Learning Team Meetings for the Reading Department

Jessica Roman

Provide relevant professional development to increase the quality of instruction that is delivered to students

Safe Schools Learning Team Facilitator 10/10-6/11

Responsible for taking the role of facilitator, coach, and teacher leader during learning team meetings at North Grade, Rolling Green, and Palm Beach Public Elementary Schools

Responsible for maintaining and providing understanding of curriculum standards Guide the teams towards producing rigorous and relevant lessons Implement Data Analysis to drive instruction

Summer Reading Academy Teacher at Equestrian Trails, Wellington Summer 2006

Third Grade Reading Academy teacher Remediated students for academic success on the FCAT test Organized portfolios of work to help student be promoted Supervised morning and afternoon duties

Third Grade Teacher-Binks Forest Elementary, Wellington 8/06-8/08

Balance Literacy Team Secretary of School Advisory Council (2006-2008) Marketing Committee Technology Committee

NEW YORK CITY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM, BROOKLYN, NY Reading Coach of Balanced Literacy Specialist at P.S. 97, NYC 7/05- 8/06

Modeled to new teachers Balance Literacy in the classroom Leader of Writers Workshop Comprehensive Approach to Teachers (K-6) Modeled Classroom Settings for Guided Reading Groups (K-6) Worked on Reconstruction Team (AYP) Team Worked on NCLB Team to Support Schools with AYP Progress Implemented Data Analysis

Fourth Grade Teacher at P.S. 97, NYC 9/00-6/05

English Language Arts City Wide Test Grade Coordinator Treasurer of P.S. 97 Social Committee Library Director of P.S. 97 Book Room President of Peer Leadership Club Grade Leader

Jessica Roman

STUDENT TEACHING Sixth Grade Social Studies Student Teacher Spring 2000 Williamson Middle School, Williamson, NY

Created and implemented weekly lesson plans for both introductory and advanced Social Studies

Taught a two week unit on Industrial Revolution and French Revolution Created an interdisciplinary unit on the Holocaust

Second Grade Student Teacher Winter 2000 Mexico Elementary, Mexico, NY

Created and implemented weekly lesson plans for a second grade curriculum Implemented an environment to assess all learning styles Taught a three week unit on measurement

Participant Observer Fourth Grader Fall 1995-Winter 1996 Oswego Elementary, Oswego, NY

Worked with students one-on-one in small groups Conducted hands on math activities Worked with manipulatives to helping students learn math.

Practicum Experience Fourth Grade Fall 1998 –Winter 1999 Laura Sharp Elementary Pulaski, Pulaski, NY

Worked with students on an as-needed individual basis Prepared and taught a science lesson on how soap bubbles form geometric shapes

Tina Brawley Sparks

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS M.Ed., Educational Leadership, Florida Atlantic University. B.Sc., Elementary Education, University of Central Florida. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE August 2006-2013 Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School Assistant Principal Job Responsibilities: Master Schedule, Daily Schedules, Coordinate Standardized Testing, Staff Evaluations, Curriculum, School Master Calendar of Events/School Activities, Instructional Materials Manager, Discipline/SwPBS, School Based Team/RTI, Professional Development Training, Substitute Coverage, Personnel Selection, In Charge of School in Principal’s Absence May 2006-July 2006 Eisenhower Elementary School Summer School Site Administrator Job Responsibilities: Personnel Selection, Scheduling, Budget. August 2003-2006 Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School Teacher, Grade Level Chairman School Advisory Council Chairman Inclusion August 2002-June 2003 Beacon Cove Intermediate School Teacher October 2000-June 2002 Jupiter Middle School Assistant Principal Job Responsibilities: Master Schedule, Budget, Staff Evaluations, Curriculum, Professional Development Training, School Activities and Field Trips, Instructional Materials Manager, Bus Transportation, Substitute Coverage, Grants, School Leases, Personnel Selection, Liaison for the City of Jupiter for facility use, Discipline, In Charge of School in Principal’s Absence, School Master Calendar of Events, Coordinate Standardized Tests, Volunteer and Business Partnership Liaison.

August 1992-October 2000 Howell L. Watkins Middle School Assistant Principal Social Studies Teacher Assistant Principal August 1998-October 2000 Teacher on Assignment August 1995-1998 Intramural Coordinator Aftercare Program Coordinator August 1997-2000 Job Responsibilities: Coordinate and manage an after school hours program for students consisting of tutorial and recreational time. Social Studies Teacher August 1992-1995 Team Leader Girls’ Softball Coach Boys’ Volleyball Coach Girls’ Cheerleading Coach August 1991-June 1992 Palmetto Elementary Teacher August 1990-June 1991 Palm Beach Gardens Elementary Teacher VOLUNTEER/EXTRACURRICULAR LEADERSHIP ROLES Boys’ Basketball Coach, Palm Beach Gardens Recreation Department Religion Class Teacher, St. Clare’s Church Boys’ Baseball Scorekeeper, Palm Beach Gardens Youth Athletic Association Fun and Fitness Club, Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School Golf Digest, Administrative Assistant

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EDUCATION

Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, Florida Education Specialist, Educational Leadership K‐12 2008

Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, Florida Master of Education, Foundations of Education 2001

Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, Florida Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education/ ESOL Endorsement 1997 Summa Cum Laude

Atlantic Vocational Technical Center, Coconut Creek, Florida Certificate Practical Nursing 1992 University of Puerto Rico, Ponce Puerto Rico Business Administration/Management 1984 60 transfer credits to FAU

CERTIFICATIONS‐#787897

School Principal (All Levels) 2012‐2017 Educational Leadership K‐12 Elementary Education 1‐6 Reading Endorsement/ ESOL Endorsement

AWARDS

High Performing Teacher in Low Performing School Bonus Award, PBCSD North Grade Elementary/ Forest Hill High School 2002 – 2004 Student of the Year, Licensed Practical Nurses Association of Florida 1991 – 1992

ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCE

Palm Beach County School District John I. Leonard High School, Greenacres Florida Assistant Principal, Title I School (Bilingual Administrator) 2010‐present Administrator over Reading, Social Studies, Foreign Language, Credit Recover E2020 Departments/ Curriculum Team Administrator / Spearhead the Literacy Leadership Team Initiative/Administrator over the High School Graduation Initiative (HSGI)/ Testing Administrator (2011) / School Improvement Plan / FAIR Testing/ Administrator over Transportation and Truancy/Discipline Administrator across content areas /First Responder/ Conduct departmental professional development and handle personnel matters under district guidelines /iObservation‐Teacher Evaluations and Walkthroughs (32 teachers) / School Based Team/ Afterschool Administrator over E2020 Credit Recovery/Parental Involvement Initiative/ Supervision of Student Activities/Safe Schools Personnel Supervisor/ Extended Learning Administrator/ Learning Teams and Data

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Disaggregation/ Administrator‐ Teacher Data chats/ SAC Presenter/ Manager of K‐12 Literacy Grant for JILHS, Manager of the Truancy Grant (2010‐11) and HSGI Grant (2010‐13) /Core K12 Contact/Positive Behavior Support

Instructional Specialist, Elementary, Middle and High Schools, PBCSD 2007‐2010 Supported the following schools: Pahokee Elementary, South Grade Elementary, Indian Pines Elementary, North Grade Elementary, Forest Park Elementary, Palm Springs Elementary, Roosevelt Elementary, Cholee Lake Elementary, Greenacres Elementary, Poinciana Elementary, JFK Middle, Watkins Middle, Lantana Middle, Carver Middle, Lake Worth Middle, Bear Lakes Middle, Tradewinds Middle, Pahokee Middle‐Senior, Odyssey Middle, Lake Worth High, John I. Leonard High, Boynton Beach High, and South Intensive Transition

Instructional Reviews Correct II and Intervene Schools/ Professional Development/ Building Teacher Capacity/ Data Disaggregation/ FCIM/ Lesson Modeling and Development/ Focus Calendar Planning and FCAT Alignment/ Literacy Strategies and In‐classroom support/Implementation Support for Reader’s and Writer’s Workshop/ Pull‐out “crunch‐time” support/ Report writing and data interpretation/ Share‐point/ lesson writing and curriculum editing (Learning Village)/ Literacy development and ELL/ESE interventions across content areas/ FCAT Testing Support/ Summer School Administrative Support‐ Greenacres Elementary

SPECIAL ADMINISTRATIVE ACCOMPLISHMENTS

JOHN I LEONARD HIGH SCHOOL : (2012‐13) PYG GROWTH READING 1.15 SURPASSING 16 HIGH SCHOOLS INCLUDING SIMILAR SCHOOLS AND NON‐TITLE 1 SCHOOLS/(2012‐13) REPEAT IN LEARNING GAINS LOW 25% RAW CALCULATION ESTIMATED AT 69%/RECORD INCREASE IN READING LEARNING GAINS LOW 25% (+29 POINTS) (2011)

AS A SPECIALIST, I WAS AN ESSENTIAL PART OF THE INSTRUCTIONAL ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM THAT CONTRIBUTED TO THE FOLLOWING OUTSTANDING ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

JOHN I. LEONARD HIGH SCHOOL (2010) FROM “C” TO “A” TERRY COSTA, PRINCIPAL LAKE WORTH HIGH SCHOOL (2010) FROM “D” TO “A” DR. SALTZMAN, PRINCIPAL CARVER MIDDLE SCHOOL (2007‐8) FROM “C” TO “A” LENA R‐WALLACE, PRINCIPAL FOREST PARK ELEMENTARY (2009) FROM “D” TO “B” SHARON BRANNON PRINCIPAL BEAR LAKES MIDDLE (2008‐9) FROM “C” TO “B” ANTHONY LOCKHART, PRINCIPAL PAHOKEE ELEMENTARY (2008‐9) FROM “D” TO “A” VIVIAN GREEN, PRINCIPAL ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY (2008‐9) WRITING 84% TO 92% GLENDA GARRETT, PRINCIPAL

AS A HIGHLY EFFECTIVE TEACHER RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCOUNTABLE STUDENTS IN READING, MATH AND WRITING, I WAS INSTRUMENTAL IN ASSISTING THE SCHOOL INCREASE IN GRADE AS LISTED BELOW:

NORTH GRADE ELEMENTARY (2001‐2) FROM “F” TO “A” DR. SALTZMAN, PRINCIPAL FOREST HILL HIGH SCHOOL (2002‐3) FROM “F” TO “C” MAYRA STAFFORD, PRINCIPAL

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE FROM 1998 – 2007

Del Prado Elementary School Grade 4‐ ELL and ESE cluster/ Grade 2 ELL and ESE cluster 2005 – 2007 High Performing Teacher/ My regular students obtained highest FCAT score in the grade level/ Median writing score 4.2/ students increased one or more levels in Math and/or Reading

North Grade Elementary School Science Resource Teacher 2004 – 2005 AIMS Lab on the wheel K‐5 regular, gifted and exceptional education/ Developed Highly interactive labs aligned to SSS/ Coordinated Math and Science FAIR/

Forest Hill High School Intensive Reading Teacher Grades 9‐12 2002‐2004 Ninth Grade Academy Team Leader‐ Stranahan Model/ High Performing Teacher/ Recruited by the superintendent due to school’s “F” rating/ received high performing bonus two consecutive years

North Grade Elementary School Grade 4 Teacher/ Grade 2 Teacher 1998‐2002 Assisted to move school from “F” to “A” under the leadership of Dr. Saltzman/ ELL and ESE cluster/ Dual Language Training and Grant Program / Project M.I.N.D. (Math Is Not Difficult)/ Academic Achievement Committee Chairperson/Team Leader/ Third Grade Summer Academy Teacher/ Tutoring and After School Drama Club Sponsor/Received Cultural Foundations Masters Grant/ Swept the Writing Project M.I.N.D. awards‐ Grade 4 (2000‐2001)

LANGUAGES

English‐ native language Spanish‐ speak, read and write with fluency, bicultural and bilingual

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

PNP 2/ Summer Leadership Institute/Reasonable Suspicion Training/School Improvement Plan Technical Assistance/ i‐Observation Teacher Observation and Evaluation System/ iObservation Inter‐rater reliability training/School Leadership Performance Appraisal System/Advanced Placement Achievement Institute/AVID/Microsoft Excel/ TERMS/ Code of Ethics/ Classroom Walkthrough 3.0/ Deconstructing Racism/ IPad Training for Assistant Principals/ FCIM/ CHAMPS/Springboard for Administrators/ Reading Running Records/ Fluency Probes/RIM‐ Rotational Instructional Model/ Learning Village/ Gizmos/FCAT Writes/ NGSSS/ Common Core/ CORE‐K12/Edge/CRISS/EDW/PROJECT M.I.N.D./READ 180/FAIR/CBT Testing/EOC/Reading Counts/SRI/Reader’s Workshop/ Writer’s Workshop/E.L.I.C./Riverdeep/Reading Plus/ Empower(ACHIEVE) 3000/ Rosetta Stone/Inter‐write Pad/ Infusing African American Curriculum/Multicultural‐Dual Language Summer Academy/Third Grade Summer Academy/ School‐wide Positive Behavior Support/Code Red/ V.I.T.A.L./ Google Resource Center/Bloodborne Pathogens/ First Aid/Discipline Coding/ACT Workshop

REFERENCES

Mr. Rod Montgomery, Area Superintendent, Area 2 Edward Tierney, Principal, John I. Leonard High School

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OWEN TORRES│

PR O F I L E Marketing and Communications professional with 10 years of professional experience in media relations, promotions and events planning, multimedia advertising and placement, broadcast, and crisis communication and issues management. Excellent communicator with skills in facilitation and capacity-building for effective internal and external communications.

Demonstrated ability to provide sound guidance to top executives on innovative marketing and PR strategies as well critical issues management Proven track record in writing news releases and promotional materials, as well as organizing Marketing and PR campaigns and special events Track record in fostering strong working relationships with representatives from media (print, radio, broadcast and online) at local and national levels Outgoing and articulate communicator who has been recognized throughout career path for positive attitude, creativity and exceeding goals

CA R E E R EX P E R I E N C E

OFFICE DEPOT GLOBAL HEADQUARTERS – Boca Raton, Florida June 2010 – Present Marketing Manager, Customer Initiatives March 2013 - Present Develop quarterly marketing plans to deploy campaign strategy across all channels – retail, direct mail, broadcast, e-commerce, and business

contracts Manage video sessions and b-roll production for Office Depot’s Success Saturday webinar series hosted by Fran Tarkenton on SmallBizClub.com Work closely with the Market Research Team on qualification of product/project campaign ideas as well as drive market trial and small and medium-

sized (SMB) segment penetration Coordinate promotional landing page content for Office Depot’s marketing campaigns, such as Back-to-Business and National Small Business Week Develop and implement consumer research designed to improve results of Office Depot’s sales promotions Implement SMB marketing programs and general business solutions integration for the Company’s Q1 Back-to-Business initiative launch Deploy Office Depot’s Local Business loyalty marketing strategy and track revenue targets Create long term communication/marketing plan and deploy to the organization such as Back-to-Business, Customer Appreciation and Business

Gifting (Holiday)

Corporate Communications Manager June 2010 – February 2013 Spokesperson to local and national media Developed and executed cross channel communications plans for Office Depot’s Own Brand product launches – Realspace, Ativa, i.e. and Mobile-

IT in collaboration with other marketing vehicle owners Developed and implemented public relations plan to effectively position Office Depot products to the media; and manage ongoing media relations Crafted and launched bold new marketing campaigns, such as Back-to-School, Dads and Grads, Back-to-Business, Star Teachers and Holiday using

strategic communications/public relations plans and creative media tactics Provided day-to-day strategic advice to Office Depot Executives on corporate company announcements, product promotions and media opportunities Directed the work of national public relations agency on marketing and communication campaigns Provided media training to Office Depot’s 1,200 Store Managers nationwide Crafted editorial materials, such as news releases/advisories, message points/speeches, company backgrounders and internal announcements. Professional Achievements at Office Depot:

Generated media exposure that helped increase sales and visibility, while reaching a younger demographic Media results for 2012 Back-to-School Public Relations Campaign:

6,000 + media placements $380 + million Ad value

900+ million impressions 11+ billion unique visitors per month

OFFICE OF THE MAYOR, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY – Miami, Florida Senior Media Relations Specialist September 2007 – June 2010 Coordinated regional and national media interviews as well as high-profile events for Miami-Dade County Mayor, Deputy Mayors and County

Managers Prepared speaking points for Mayor Carlos Alvarez for a wide range of interviews and speaking engagements Provided day-to-day advice to Department Directors and Public Information Officers on critical issues, media response inquiries and public relations

strategies that further advance the county’s mission Oversaw a team of 50 public information officers/communicators on marketing deadlines and events. Fielded media requests regarding highly sensitive investigations, such as corruption charges, that require a high level of knowledge of state-level

public records request law Oversaw dissemination of information via web sites, e-mail, and Miami-Dade’s 3-1-1 Answer Center Crafted editorial materials, such as news releases, company backgrounders, bios and media advisories, for Miami-Dade County Departments Tracked daily media coverage, collect press clippings and conduct research for various County Departments Professional Achievements at Office of the Mayor, Miami-Dade County: Managed and coordinated all communications for Miami-Dade County’s Emergency Operation Center, including:

Coordinated communications with local and national media outlets, such as CNN, New York Times, USA Today and Wall Street Journal as well as international media, such as BBC World and Al Jazeera English, during crisis situations such as natural disasters

Managed media outreach for Florida Primaries and Election Day in 2008: Coordinated media interviews for Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections Provided media updates regarding voter turnout and election results in Miami-Dade County to local, national and international media, including

MSNBC, Fox News, Time Magazine, CNN, National Public Radio, BBC World, Al Jazeera English and TV Azteca; Provided thorough explanation of Miami-Dade's election process to the media; and Served as stand-in for Assistant for Supervisor of Elections

for during early and presidential elections Coordinated the development of a communications plan for the Miami-Dade County Mass Migration Working Group in collaboration with federal

and state agencies, and held responsibility for overseeing the implementation of plan in cases where a threat from mass migration emerges

OWEN TORRES

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS DEPARTMENT – Miami, Florida Media Relations Specialist October 2006 – September 2007 Coordinated regional and national media interviews for County Manager and County Directors Prepared speaking points for County Executives interviews and speaking engagements Wrote editorial materials such as news releases, company backgrounders, bio’s and media advisories for Miami-Dade County Departments Wrote editorial materials for Miami-Dade County’s newsletter, Miami-Dade Now targeted to 30,000 plus county employees Counseled on day-to-day communication activities and public relation strategies for executives Tracked daily media coverage, collected press clippings and conducted research for various County Departments Conducted competitive analysis, media monitoring and archiving of County services Managed all communications for Miami-Dade County’s Emergency Operation Center (EOC)

M. SILVER ASSOCIATES /A DIVISION OF FINN PARTNERS – Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Account Executive April 2006 – October 2006 Account Coordinator April 2003 – March 2006 Coordinated regional and national media interviews for executives of American Express Travel, the largest travel agency in the world, to promote

their annual Family Travel Survey Poll; American Express Travel was one of M. Silver Associates’ largest accounts Coordinated expense reporting and was responsible for budget management ($900K +) Executed five-city launch for Northrop Grumman Corporation’s Weightless Flight of Discovery teacher program, one of the leading global

defense companies in the U.S. Researched and fulfilled editorial calendar opportunities for The New Release Corporation, the nation's largest owner and operator of DVD rental

kiosks in the grocery stores Provided advice on day-to-day communication activities and public relation strategies for Zero Gravity Corporation, a weightless flight airline Developed extensive knowledge of the media and plans for editorial opportunities and events for Discovery World Cruises and Pink Shell Beach

Resort & Spa Wrote editorial materials such as news releases, company backgrounders, bio’s and media advisories for Aeromexico, Mexico’s largest airline Assisted implementation of communication program elements and projects for Coinstar, the pioneer of coin counting machines Coordinated and direct activities of outside vendors working on specific projects for General Mills Compiled monthly public relations report, which archives media events, key media coverage, promotions, media contacts and prospective media

opportunities for various accounts Coordinated production and development of collateral materials Conducted competitive analysis, media monitoring and archiving Tracked daily media coverage, collected press clippings and conducted research via Cision Media Source for various accounts

Professional Achievements at M. Silver and Associates Inc: September 2006: Assisted in executing Zero Gravity Corporation’s “Introduction of a weightless flight experience” to key markets in New

York, Atlanta, Detroit, Los Angles, Dallas and Ft. Lauderdale April 2006: Assisted in the development of the grand opening ceremonies for the White Sand Villas at the Pink Shell Beach Resort & Spa November 2005: Assisted in the planning and executing of Coinstar’s “Revelation of Eugene Sukie,” who holds the Guinness World Record

for having cashed more than $10,000 worth of pennies through Coinstar machines Awards: 2006 Gold: Best Feature Placement VNR's/Broadcast Television Zero Gravity Corporation 2006 Gold: Best Feature Placement Consumer Magazine Zero Gravity Corporation 2005 Silver: Best Campaign/Special Event Zero Gravity Corporation 2005 Bronze: Best Feature Placement/Print Consumer newspaper Zero Gravity Corporation

BARRY UNIVERSITY, CORPORATE AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS – Miami Shores, Florida

Corporate and Community Relations Coordinator August 2000 – August 2003 Participated in planning of the University’s Annual Founder’s Ball Organized mailing lists for the University’s fundraising events Drafted and prepared speeches, such as the President’s Welcoming Address for the annual University’s Founder’s Ball Participated in weekly staff meetings and strategy sessions

ED U C A T I O N

BARRY UNIVERSITY, Miami Shores, Florida | Bachelor of Arts, Public Relations (2003)

EX P E R T I S E

Expert knowledge in Adobe Photoshop, Vocus (print/online monitoring dashboard), Critical Mention (broadcast monitoring dashboard) and Cision Media Source

Expert knowledge in use of social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and YouTube Comfortable in the preparation and delivery of presentations Ability to manage photography and video editing sessions, b-roll production, satellite feeds and media tours Experience conducting focus group research, internal and external communications audits, and survey research Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher) Google suite of products

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