Jane Koszoru
2004 Inductee
The College Academy at Broward Community College
Davie, Florida
Total years as a classroom teacher: 32
"Success for my students is rooted in my hope that they will become life-long learners who enjoy reading and writing; I want them to leave my classroom with the ability to find the beauty and the truth in the texts they read and to discover the power of their own voice in their writing.." - Jane Koszoru
Jane wants to help all her students to acquire the skills necessary to find success in school and the workplace and to become confident and productive members in a democratic society that requires thoughtful analysis of complex issues.
Jane believes that all children are capable of high achievement and they thrive in environments where they feel valued. Therefore, she strives to create relevant lessons that will challenge but not defeat them.
"Mrs. Jane Koszoru is not just a teacher, but an explorer, mentor, friend, and an amazing person. She is the perfect example of an exceptional teacher and there will be no else like her." --Lillie Thomas, Student
"Jane is a master teacher who brings her wealth of experiences and teaching strategies, along with her intellect, enthusiasm and energy into the classroom where her love of her subject matter becomes contagious. Because she believes in her students' potential for success, she creates an environment where they can succeed and where they know that their efforts are valued." -- Nell Sapp, Principal, The College Academy at Broward Community College
Education
1987 | Master of Science, English Education, Nova/Southeastern University |
1972 | Bachelor of Arts Education, University of Florida |
1970 | Associate of Arts, University of Florida |
Teaching Experience
2002- present | English Composition 101, American Literature, and Creative Writing, College Academy at Broward Community College, Davie, FL |
2002- present | English Adjunct, Broward Community College, Davie, FL |
2002 - present | English Critical Content for Alternative Certification, Florida Atlantic University, Davie, FL |
1978 - 2002 | AP Language and Composition, English Honors III, American Literature/Composition, English II and III, Creative Writing, Journalism I, II, III, IV, Newspaper, Yearbook, Literary Magazine, and Compensatory Education, Coral Springs High School, Coral Springs, FL |
1972-78 | English 6, 7, 8, Mathematics 7, 8, Journalism, Yearbook, and Newspaper, Driftwood Middle School, Hollywood, FL |
Special Honors, Awards and Presentations
2003-04 | Florida Regional Teacher of the Year (1 of 5 finalists for Florida Tacher of the Year) |
2003-04 | District Teacher of the Year, Broward County Public Schools |
2003-04 | Teacher of the Year, The College Academy at Broward Community College |
2003 | U.S. Department of Education High School Reform Leadership Summit |
2003 | State of Florida Selection Committee for Commissioner's Outstanding Assistant Principal of the Year |
2003 | "Jane M. Koszoru Appreciation Day" Proclamation of Board of County Commissioners of Broward County, FL on February 11, 2003 |
2002-03 | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Accreditation Chair, College Academy at Broward Community College |
2002-03 | National Board of Professional Teaching Standards Adolescent and Young Adulthood/English Language Arts Standards Committee Member |
2000, 2002 | Broward's Best, School Board of Broward County, FL |
2001 | Library of Congress "American Memory" Fellow |
2001 | Gale Group Corporation |
2000 - present | Certified Trainer Pre-AP Initiative - College Board |
2000 | Elsa Murray Kaye Award, Coral Springs High School Outstanding Teacher Award |
2000 | National Board of Professional Teaching Standards Test Evaluator |
2000, 1992 | Teaching of Writing Award, The Florida Council of Teachers of English |
1999 | National Board of Professional Teaching Standards Certified Teacher |
1998 | State of Florida English Teacher of the Year, Florida Council of Teachers of English |
1997 | National Council of Teachers of English award for EQUUS Literary Magazine |
1992 | Muse Award for Outstanding Instruction, Broward County Council of Teachers of English |
1987-2003 | National Council of Teachers of English Achievement in Writing |
1986 | Teacher of the Year, Coral Springs High School |
1985-87 | State of Florida Merit Teacher, Florida Master Teacher Program |
1979-85 | Florida Scholastic Press Association |
1979-85 | Columbia Scholastic Press Association |