James R

Spanish 2 Lead Teacher

Learning Undefeated • Temps plein

Jan 2019 - Present • 7 yrs 6 mos

Florida Virtual School | January 2019 – Present • Lead Teacher (TOA), Spanish III Honors & Spanish II Instructor, PLC Facilitator o Created an innovative and data-based Student Monitoring System for the Schoolhouse to track student data. This was pivotal in improving student retention from 5% below to 5% (10% improvement) above last year's retention within 6 months. o Developed the "¡Hola Spanish II!" web app (pending approval) to enhance student engagement, organization, and supplemental learning. • Teacher of the Year nominee for excellence in virtual instruction and professional development leadership - Andrews Schoolhouse – May 2025 • Designed student-centered instruction using technology while incoprorating growth mindset. • Led PLCs to implement data-driven strategies for student achievement • Mentored new teachers through modeling and collaboration Pinellas County Schools – Gibbs High School | August 2015 – December 2018 • Department Chair – World Languages; Spanish Instructor (Levels II–AP) • Taught Spanish II, III Honors, IV Honors, AP Language & Culture, and AP Literature • Chaired department, coached multiple sports, and supported instructional excellence • Rookie Teacher of the Year – 2015–2016