SHERYL PALUMBO

EXPERIENCE

• 5 Years (Present)

  Science Learning Specialist

  St. Stephen's Episcopal School

  Designs and implement engaging, hands-on science curriculum that fosters critical thinking and curiosity.

  Creates and lead the annual "Day for the Bay" event, featuring educational exhibits focused on environmental conservation and innovative solutions for the health of Biscayne Bay.

  Collaborates with colleagues to align NGSS Standards with school-wide goals and initiatives.

  Pilots global learning experiences that connect students and families with citizen science initiatives. 

• 6 Years

  Science & Engineering Specialist

  Providence School of Jacksonville

  Sought out to develop, facilitate, and teach Providence's first STEM resource curriculum for pre-kindergarten through 8th grade students

  Mapped curriculum for all science instruction to devise alternate approaches for presenting STEM lessons to increase student engagement and understanding

  Implemented authentic learning experiences, incorporating the latest educational technologies and inquiry-based strategies

  Created and facilitated Camp Tinker & Fiddle after school clubs and summer camps

  Provided expertise for professional development

• 14 Years

  Educator & Curriculum Coordinator

  Hendricks Day School of Jacksonville

  Created and implemented programs providing authentic, integrated learning experiences

  Created the SCI-Max Theater and Discovery Den resource rooms that incorporated the latest technology and sensory integration into instruction

  Lead a school-wide initiative to infuse critical thinking and Habits of Mind into the school's curricula and culture

  Managed the Coaching Team, a group of professional educators committed to the advancement of our school's critical thinking construct

  Provided research, training, and support to faculty and staff, business partners, and community leaders in the form of seminars, in-services, and presentations

  Organized yearly Critical Thinking Expos showcasing teacher facilitated and student driven initiatives

  Executed significant decisions regarding curriculum and facility operations

  Organized intensive, week-long field experiences in the Florida Keys and Smoky Mountains

  Coordinated all summer camp and extended care operations

  Advised the National Junior Honor Society and annual Academic Fair

  Lead softball, soccer, and track and field teams to successful seasons as head coach

• 2 Years

  Educator

  Pinecrest Elementary School of Innovation

  Enhanced student learning by optimizing a wide range of innovative instructional approaches and strategies

  Founded Seminole County's first Youth Optimists' Club

  Served on the strategic planning committee
  Directed the technology committee

  Provided technology in-services and training to faculty and staff
  Coordinated Family Science Night and Pride Night

• 10 Years

  Founder & CEO

  Comprehensive Thinking Strategies, LLC

  Headed all aspects of office management including, marketing, budgeting, and scheduling

  Created and lead professional development workshops, seminars, and summer institutes that encouraged the development of integrated thinking-based curricula

  Delivered presentations and keynote addresses both nationally and globally

  Guided clients in creating well-defined pedagogical learning goals and outcomes through analysis of short and long-term initiatives

  Met with client faculty for pre/post coaching sessions

  Created new revenue streams and recruited talented coaching staff

  Designed and facilitated educational and entertaining, "family night" learning experiences for children and their families