Beverly McRae-Ficken
Mechanicsburg,PA
Summary
Experienced Certified Health Teacher effective at teaching and mentoring students in health-related topics. Knowledgeable about social/emotional learning, health education and trends in health issues. Helps students feel comfortable with discussing deeply personal topics individually or with peer groups.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Building Substitute Teacher
Marshall Math Science Academy
Harrisburg, PA
09.2023 - Current
- Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
- Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
Retired Health Teacher
North Babylon School District
North Babylon, NY
09.2002 - 03.2022
- Helped students develop important health-promoting skills, to assist groups and individuals to make informed decisions affecting them, their family and community in health and wellness matters .
- Fostered students' self-esteem and love of learning by maintaining welcoming and positive classroom environment.
- Selected and implemented effective materials and methods to properly teach students critical concepts such as the dangers of substance use and abuse; injury prevention and safety; growth and development; STD protection; and personal health, environmental conservation, and community health resources.
- Trained new and existing staff on best strategies for implementing SEL lesson plans into curriculum.
- Advisor of Student Equity Team to ensure that each child receives what they need to reach their academic and social potential.
Adjunct Professor
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY
01.2017 - 06.2017
- Selected and implemented effective materials and methods to properly teach students critical concepts such as the dangers of substance use and abuse; injury prevention and safety; growth and development; STD protection; and personal health, environmental conservation, and community health resources.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Dowling College
Oakdale, NYMaster of Arts - Liberal Arts/Health Concentration
SUNY Stony Brook
Stony Brook, NYSkills
- Trained at Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence
- Expertise in Social Emotional Learning
- Testing Protocols; adhering to IEP's and 504 accommodations
- Relationship building and connections with students of all ages
- Excellent Classroom Management
- Clear Public Speaking Skills
- Teaching, Tutoring and Counseling
- First Aid/CPR; Narcan Training
Hobbies
- In my free time I enjoy preparing healthy gourmet meals
- I enjoy travel and learning about new cultures
- I love social activities like concerts, museums and plays
Timeline
Building Substitute Teacher
Marshall Math Science Academy
09.2023 - Current
Adjunct Professor
Nassau Community College
01.2017 - 06.2017
Retired Health Teacher
North Babylon School District
09.2002 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Dowling College
Master of Arts - Liberal Arts/Health Concentration
SUNY Stony Brook
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