Erica Simmons
Owner & Program Manager
Phone:
407-719-2771
Email:
Address:
1231 E Plant Street
Winter Garden, FL 34787
A Bit About Her
Meet Erica Simmons, a highly qualified teacher with a relentless passion for unlocking the full potential of her students. With a specialization in teaching English Speakers of Other Languages, she has become a guiding light for English Language Learners and Exceptional Special Education students in the general education setting.
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Adapting to the dynamic landscape of education comes naturally to Erica. She is always ready to innovate her teaching methods, ensuring she remains at the forefront of the ever-changing field. Her dedication to meeting individual student needs creates a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
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Erica's achievements go beyond the classroom. She holds a director's license from the esteemed Department of Children and Families, showcasing her expertise in managing educational programs with excellence and care.
As the visionary founder and CEO of Creative Learning on The Go, Erica has pioneered a transformative tutoring program. This initiative not only fosters social and academic achievements but also empowers students to succeed beyond traditional classroom boundaries. Her program, designed to foster readers globally, has left an indelible mark on the lives of countless learners.
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Whether she's guiding young minds in the classroom or leading her innovative tutoring program, Erica Simmons is an educator who wholeheartedly believes in the potential of every student. Her dedication to uplifting and nurturing young learners has garnered respect and admiration from peers and students alike.
Work Experience
August 2021 - Present
August 2016 - June 2020
August 2015 - June 2016
August 2013 - June 2015
August 2009 - June 2013
SECOND GRADE TEACHER, LEGENDS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (ORANGE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS)
· Taught all subjects including Math, Language Arts, Reading, Science, and Social Studies
· Experience with Marzano practices
· Participated in school improvement committees and initiatives
· Worked with ELL students in the general education classroom
· Lead the team with creative innovative lessons, and aided teachers with behavioral issues in
their classroom
· Highest reading growth 2021
· Classroom culture cultivator
KINDERGARTEN (2016) SECOND GRADE TEACHER (CURRENT), NAP FORD COMMUNITY INC. (ORANGE COUNTY CHARTER SCHOOLS)
· Taught all subjects including Math, Language Arts, Reading, Science, and Social Studies
· Manages and organized a professional classroom that is conductive to learning and development. Plan and implement lessons. Work as part of a cooperative and diverse team of educators.
· Work with extreme Social emotional behaviors. I maintained a cooperative and respectful partnership with students and families.
Accomplishments
· Highly effective rating on teacher evaluation
· Awarded as an exemplary teacher at the Florida Classic 2018 football game
FIFTH GRADE TEACHER, NAP FORD COMMUNITY INC. (ORANGE COUNTY CHARTER SCHOOLS)
· Taught all subjects including Math, Language Arts, Reading, Science, and Social Studies
· Manages and organized a professional classroom that is conductive to learning and development. Plan and implement lessons. Work as part of a cooperative and diverse team of educators.
· Work with extreme Social emotional behaviors. I maintained a cooperative and respectful partnership with students and families.
SECOND GRADE TEACHER, PINE HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (ORANGE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS)
· Taught all subjects including Math, Language Arts, Reading, Science, and Social Studies
· Experience with Marzano practices · Participated in school improvement committees and initiatives
· Worked with ELL students in the general education classroom
· Lead the team with creative innovative lessons, and aided teachers with behavioral issues in their classroom
KINDERGARTEN TEACHER, METROWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (ORANGE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS)
· Creating and design Literacy stations for Kindergarten Team
· Organize effective whole-group and small-group instruction for 20 students
· Design units and lessons aligned with, or exceeding Common Core State Standards
· Utilize ongoing informal and formal assessment to drive instruction
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