1. AMY DECELLE
808 NW 76 TERRANCE, PLANTATION, FLORIDA 33324
Home 754-423-1225 * Cell 754-423-1225
Amy.decelle@yahoo.com
LEADERSHIP & DIRECTOR FUNCTIONS
Developing Innovative Programs, Improving Standards, Leadership and People Management: Results Proven
• Masters of Arts: Curriculum and Instruction (2011) American College of Education, Chicago, IL, Graduated Summa Cum Laude
• Bachelors of Arts: Elementary Education (1999) Florida Atlantic University, Davie, FL, Graduated Magna Cum Laude
• Certifications: Lean Six Sigma (2015), National Board of Education, (2014), DETA & GLIDES Certifications (2009)
Extremely accomplished professional with superior track record and an exceptional ability to lead others while
implementing significant improvements and innovative techniques that have standards for the Broward County School
District, Broward Education Foundation, and the private sector. Subject matter expert at designing, analyzing, and
instructing successful trainings to increase proficiency for hundreds of stakeholders, as well as securing and allocating
funding for schools, foundations, and private sectors. Acknowledged for capacity to spearhead new departments and
grants, which has improved programs equating to student success, while maximizing employees potential as
professionals. Recognized by Channel 10, and Channel 7 news for award winning, exceptional grant writing, curriculum
development, and proven success within Broward County Public Schools, which serves as a direct improvement in
developing innovative teaching programs, decreasing behavioral issues and improving relationships with leaders in the
county. Additionally, being an award-winning, altruistic leader with knowledge of continuous learning to be the
correlation for success, as well as using both social and cognitive capacities to lead, while partnering with others have
produced an efficacious journey.
Areas of expertise and competencies:
• Providing Guidance and Leadership • Collaborating with Leaders in Varying Positions
• Developing & Improving Curricular Plans/Goals • Designing & Coordinating Development Plans
• Coordinating & Negotiating with Institutions • Monitoring Budgets & Forecasts
• Organizing Special Projects & Events • Executive Presentation Development & Keynote Speaker
• Designing Effective Strategies/Techniques
• Supervising & Developing Programs
• Drafting & Improving Policies for Maximum Performance
• Technology Based Services Expert
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE & NOTABLE ACCOMPLISHMENTS
FACILITATOR/MENTOR/TRAINER/LEADER Aug 1999 - Present
Broward County Schools, Tropical Elementary School
Effectively serve on various School Affiliated Boards as a leader, while revising Institute's policies and rules for School
Improvement Plans. Developed program "Train Our Brains" and “Student Mentors” to increase application and synthesis
of higher-leveled learning opportunities, directly correlated to greater student achievement and increased positive
behavior modification. Improved the general education curriculum for special-needs students, as well as gifted and
general education students based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies generated by curriculum
funded through awarded grants.
• Created School Board approved Tropical Elementary pamphlet as well as designed the template for future
educational changes and additional educational improvements
• Spearhead, monitor, and implement classroom instructional programs for several schools, which correlate with
the goals of Broward County Board of Education and the Florida Department of Education goals
• Improve parent/teacher relationships for over 1,000 students and parents through writing research based articles
and information, published weekly, in addition to creating the "Role-Model" mentor program between students,
increasing student development, enthusiasm, and achievement for learning
• Developed project control procedures such as project forecasts, design, creation, and distribution of Tropical
Elementary School's Volunteer Movie for the families of over 1000 students, community partners, and businesses
ENGINEER BOARDROOM Nov 2012 – Present
Interested in providing professional and superior leadership, instrumental in
establishing and implementing the highest quality of standards.

2. Broward County School Board, Superintendent’s Advisory Council
Engineer boardroom and training multimedia presentations including video and text, using a variety of technology for
the school district. Collaborate with the Superintendent’s Advisory Board to implement current trends and effective tools
for Broward County Public Schools.
• Created training program, presented to the Superintendent’s Advisory Board on increasing student achievement
and “Cooperative Learning”
• Engaged in dialogue on critical topics affecting teachers and students. Topics include: Florida Standards and
Common Core, STEM initiatives, Teacher Leadership, and School Accountability
ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER Nov 2012 - Present
University of Phoenix Educational Department, South Florida
Consult on current trends in public school and higher education. Engage in dialogue related to critical topics affecting
teachers and students today. Topics include: Florida Standards and Common Core, STEM initiatives, Teacher Leadership,
School Accountability, Admission efforts.
• Market company objectives by leveraging internal resources and collaborating with educational leaders, while
serving as a Liaison Officer with media to improve product coverage, marketing, school admissions and PR
functions
• Implement and develop boardroom discussion topics as an influential leader for the University of Phoenix
GRANT DISSEMINATOR/GRANT TRAINER/INNOVATIVE COORDINATOR Aug 2010 - Present
Broward Education Foundation, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Capitalizing teacher and community awareness and funding, exceeding over goal target using data driven information
with an 80% influx of members from my cadre. Secure positive coverage with media promoting Broward School's
initiative to continue our innovative forum, while improving educational programs and grant procedures.
• Created the Award Winning Rater and Rubic Educational Program, which is successfully utilized by hundreds of
educational professionals. This, ultimately, resulted in teachers increasing one level on their end-of-the-year
observations as well as allowing students to accept leadership roles in their educational journey
• Developing seminars, meetings, and workshops to generate financial opportunities for educators in order to fund
learning projects that have demonstrated great success in students’ academic achievements
• Designing and implementing award winning strategic researched-based grants for Broward County educators
ADDITIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS
• 2015-2016 Teacher/Administrator of the year Freedoms Foundations at Valley Forge Broward, Dade and Palm Beach
County
• 2015-2015 National Teacher/Administrator of the year Freedoms Foundation
• Developed innovative semester lesson plans and practical application exercises for classrooms, reversing low end-of-year test
scores in both math and reading for 100% of students for 17 consecutive years.
• Awarded "Strive for Excellence” 2013 and 2014 for Excellence in Leadership
• Collaborate with and increased book sales 84% for the nationally published author, Andrew Toffoli, secure grant funding to
create lessons for his historical series.
• Retained as keynote speaker for over 600 educators to showcase grant opportunities and inspire teacher leadership
• Spearhead County Educational Programs while providing professional expertise to various school Principals, on developing
Innovative Teaching Programs that served as a direct success in implementing effective educational strategies to stimulate
students and improve educational standards.
• Professionally recognized by Robert Runcie, Superintendent of Broward County Public Schools for developing exceptional
teaching methods, grants policies, as well as serving as an effective leader.
References
Coco Burns, Program Coordinator Broward Education Foundation (754- 321-2032) Colette.burns@browardschools.com
Alexandra Escobar, Campus College Chair, University of Phoenix (954-628-1635) Alexandra.Escobar@phoenix.edu
Andrew Toffoli, Communications Instructor, Creator of Histories Book Series (305-775-0181) atoffoli@yahoo.com