Professional Elementary English, Phonics, Reading and Math One on One and Group Tutoring In Pensacola, FL Vicinity

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Sherri C. Gehrdes
787 Valley Ridge Way
Pensacola, Florida 32514
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SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

A passionate, competent and caring educator who deems that all children are capable of learning and thriving when afforded a stimulating, comforting and caring environment which caters to their academic abilities. Demonstrated ability to work in a stressful, chaotic environment while handling daily situations with enthusiasm, professionalism and calmness that exhibited a sense of humor.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

University of West Florida
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education
Pensacola, Florida
2014- Present
Anticipated Graduation, 2017

Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies, Pre-K-8th Grade,
Teacher Certification Preparation Program,
Western Governors University, Salt Lake City, UT
2004- 2011

Associate of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies, Pre-K-8th Grade,
Teacher Certification Preparation Program,
Western Governors University, Salt Lake City, UT, 2008

Elementary Education Certification, United States Department of Education

RELEVANT TRAINING

Family Child Care Home Training, 30 hour training course,
Florida Department of Children and Families,
Fort Walton Beach, Florida, 1999

State of Florida Annual In-Service Family Child Care Provider Training, Florida Department of Children and Families, Milton, Florida, 2000

State of Florida In Home Registered Child Care Training,
Florida Department of Children and Families,
Fort Walton Beach, Florida, 2001

Zaner - Bloser Handwriting Course, 2010

College Transcripts Available Upon Request.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Reading Interventionist Specialist, University of West Florida
(August 2015 – October 2015)

Provider of classroom tutoring to 5 individual groups of 5 students each
Provided tutoring in Phonics using the Beverly Tiner method of instruction.
Assisted students with improving reading and grammar techniques
Taught vocabulary and sentence structure
Assisted in other classrooms with reading and comprehension instruction as needed


Elevate Learning, Online Tutor (3rd Grade)
(March 2014 – May 2014)

Provider of online tutoring in reading for 3rd grade students from Texas.
Lessons consists of reading passages, completing grammar exercises and learning phonetics and poetry.
Sessions consist of 45 minute to one hour sessions online during a set time period daily.
Online classes consist of three or four students per session.


SES Tutor, Achieve Success In Home Tutoring, Escambia County, Florida
(October 2012 – April 2013)

Provided SES tutoring in Reading and Math to elementary students of various diverse backgrounds in Escambia County, Florida
Administered post assessments to students according to their appropriate grade level.
Administered tutoring to students via worksheets from the “BuckleDown”
series according to their reading and math level and Florida state benchmarks.
Instructed students using new vocabulary that is located within the text of the story and taught students elements of a story.
Instructed students on how to use word webs and other instructional materials to assist them with reading comprehension.
Instructed students in math according to Florida State Benchmarks and the skills required to master those skills.
Submitted a progress report at the end of the month to the district office regarding the progress of each student.
Administered post assessment to students to determine mastery of reading and math skills.

SES Tutor, A+ In Home Tutoring, Escambia County, Florida
(October 2011 – February 2012)

Provided SES tutoring in Reading and Math to elementary students of various diverse backgrounds in Escambia County, Florida
Administered pre-assessments to students according to their appropriate grade level.
Administered tutoring to students via stories from the “Just Right” reading series according to their reading level.
Instructed students using new vocabulary that is located within the text of the story. ● Instructed students on how to determine the main idea, characters and setting contained within the story.
Instructed students on how to use word webs and other instructional materials to assist them with reading comprehension.
Submitted a progress report at the end of the month to the district office regarding the progress of each student.
Administered post assessment to students to determine mastery of reading skills.


Florida State Registered In Home Childcare Provider, Gulf Breeze, Fl
(February 1998 – June 2002)

Provided quality and professional childcare for children ages six weeks to six years old.
Taught pre-K and kindergarten curriculum to children via Fun Steps, Funshine Express, Child Fun and Enchanted Learning educational materials.
Completed childcare courses required by the state of Florida
Assisted older children with homework assignments
Substituted for other providers during emergency situations and illnesses
Provided field trips and other learning experiences for children
Conducted daily recess activities to promote health and wellness of all children
Prepared nutritious meals for children in accordance with USDA and state guidelines Attended required state of Florida childcare training seminars and classes in accordance with the state of Florida childcare provider credentials

Virginia Home Day Care Provider, Chesapeake, VA
(September 1994 – November 1997)

Provided quality and professional childcare for children ages six weeks and older
Conducted creative art activities and learning activities geared to preschoolers and toddlers
Attended Virginia Childcare Home Association child care meetings and seminars
Assisted before and after school aged children with homework assignments




Substituted for other childcare providers during emergency situations and illnesses
Provided field trips and trips to the neighborhood children’s pool
Conducted daily recess activities to promote health and wellness of all children
Prepared nutritious meals for children in accordance with USDA and state guidelines

VOLUNTEER WORK AND EXPERIENCE

St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Gulf Breeze, Florida, Funeral Committee, Reception and Dinner Committee
Knights of Columbus, St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Gulf Breeze, Florida, Assisted with various charitable activities
Knights of Columbus, Wives’ Group, Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church, Pensacola, Florida


TECHNOLOGICAL SKILLS

Microsoft Office (Word, Works, Spreadsheets, Power Point), Corel Paint, Filing