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English Department Chair

Naples High School

A graduate of the University of Florida, Naomi Rothring teaches English language and literature to students in grades nine through 12 while also serving as the English department chair at Naples High School. Though she’s been a teacher for 15 years, high school English is only part of her job.

“I mentor newly hired teachers in engagement strategies, assessments and school procedures. I also facilitate best practices workshops with instructors of Cambridge Advanced International Certificate of Education, or AICE, courses,” she says. “I also teach courses in the Advanced Placement, or AP, Capstone Diploma Program, AP Seminar and AP Research. These classes provide opportunities for students to excel in research, analysis, evidence-based arguments, collaboration and presentations in preparation for success at university.”

In addition to her teaching, Rothring has appeared as a model in several Southwest Florida publications. Through her fashion and lifestyle blog, she has engaged in social media marketing for brands such as Ritz-Carlton Resorts, Michelob Ultra, Lululemon, Dillard’s, Bealls and Walgreens. Finally, on top of her teaching, modeling and blogging career, Rothring is also a certified United States Professional Tennis Association teaching professional.