Debbie - Ann Watson
Lehigh Acres,FL
Summary
Dedicated and accomplished education professional with over 20 years of experience in teaching, supervision, and educational leadership. Demonstrates excellent communication, public speaking, and interpersonal skills, fostering positive and effective learning environments for students, colleagues, and stakeholders. Experienced in lesson planning, classroom management, differentiated instruction, standardized testing procedures, and supporting the diverse academic and social-emotional needs of learners.
Skilled in collaborating as a team member and leader, working effectively with educators, administrators, parents, and community partners to enhance student achievement. Proficient in integrating technology into instruction to promote student engagement, innovation, and 21st-century learning skills. A trained Election Supervisor with strong organizational, leadership, and decision-making abilities, ensuring accuracy, fairness, and professionalism in high-stakes environments.
Holds a Diploma and a Bachelor's Degree in Primary Education and is currently pursuing a Master's Degree in Elementary Education. Committed to continuous professional growth, educational excellence, and creating inclusive learning experiences that empower all students to succeed.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
3rd Grade ELA Teacher
Lehigh Elementary
Lehigh Acres, Florida
2023.08 - Current
- Developed and delivered engaging lesson plans that catered to diverse learning styles, promoting student participation and understanding.
- Collaborated with colleages to implement cross-curricular projects, enhancing student learning experiences and fostering teamwork.
- Maintain open communication with parents regarding students' progress, encouraging parental involvement in education.
- Attended professional development sessions to stay updated with latest teaching methodologies.
- Utilised ICT tools, enhanced interactive learning experience in classrooms.
Supervisor
Porus Primary School
Manchester, Jamaica
2021.08 - 2023.07
- Managed daily operations to increase productivity.
- Led team meetings, ensured clear communication amongst all members.
- Organised team resources, resulted in improved project timelines.
- Reduced workplace conflicts through effective communication and negotiation skills.
- Ensured smooth operations with regular maintenance checks.
- Encouraged open dialogue amongst team members, promoted an inclusive work environment.
- Delegated tasks appropriately, achieved balanced workload among team members.
- Fostered a positive work culture to boost employee morale.
- Provided constructive feedback to staff for improved performance levels.
- Conducted performance appraisals with employees for career development discussions.
Classroom Teacher - Grades 1- 6
Porus Primary School
Manchester, Jamaica
2004.09 - 2023.07
- Incorporated technology into lesson plans for modern learning experiences.
- Prepared detailed lesson plans to meet curriculum requirements.
- Fostered intellectual growth, resulting in increased academic performance.
- Utilised diverse teaching materials, enhancing engagement and comprehension levels of pupils.
- Facilitated open lines of communication with parents, contributing to a supportive school community.
- Collaborated with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects, fostering team spirit amongst staff members.
- Marked assignments promptly, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Participated in Parent Teacher Association meetings regularly; fostered strong relationships within school community.
- Cultivated a positive learning environment for overall student success.
- Offered after-school tutoring sessions for struggling students, leading to improved grades.
- Participated actively in staff development programmes, ensuring up-to-date knowledge of educational trends and practices.
- Created lesson plans and scheduled each day to promote maximum student engagement.
- Planned and organised classrooms that consistently facilitated positive learning experience.
- Worked collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
- Planned lessons according to national standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardised tests.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Administered assessments to determine each student's specific educational and social needs.
- Set up lesson materials, bulletin board displays and demonstrations.
- Collected, analysed and tracked data on student progress.
Education
Masters Degree - Elementary Education
American College of Education
Indianapolis, Indiana 2025.02 - 2026.07
Bachelor Degree - Primary Education
International University of the Caribbean
Jamaica 2009.01 - 2010.05
Diploma - Primary Education
St. Joseph's Teachers' College
Jamaica 2001.08 - 2004.05
High School - Diploma
Bellefield Comprehensive High School
Jamaica 1994.09 - 1998.06
High School - A Levels
Manchester High School Sixth Form
Jamaica 1998.09 - 2000.06
Skills
Trained Election Supervisor/ Trainer
Warranted Girl Guide Leader
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Standardised testing knowledge
School event coordination
Public speaking
Lesson planning
Differentiated learning techniques
Group and individual instruction
ESOL- English for Speakers of Other Languages
Interests/ Specialties
Singing, reading, author, community involvement, organize and implemented District Youth Camp, Public Speaking
Affiliations
- Singing, reading, author, community involvement, organize and implemented District Youth Camp, Public Speaking
Awards/ Achievements
HRT High Reliability Teacher - Level 1 Course 1&2(2025-2026) - Lehigh Elementary, Grade Supervisor of the Year (2022-2023) - Porus Primary School, Excellent Teaching Skills – Porus Primary School, Classroom Management – Porus Primary School
Accomplishments
HRT High Reliability Teacher - Level 1 Course 1&2(2025-2026) - Lehigh Elementary
Grade Supervisor of the Year (2022-2023) - Porus Primary School
Excellent Teaching Skills – Porus Primary School
Classroom Management – Porus Primary School
Certification
High Reliability Teacher (HRT) - Level 1 Course 1 and 2
ESOL Certification - Applied Linguistics (Domain 2)
ESOL Certification - Curriculum and Materials
References
- Bishop Nigel, Reid, 876 809 2053, Old Porus P.O., Old Porus
- Mrs. Blossette, Plummer, Vice Principal, 876 347 0019, Porus Primary School, Main Street Porus P.O., Porus
Other Experiences
- Assistant Coordinator - Porus Primary Parenting Club 2020 - 2023
- Get Safe Online Ambassador 2020 - 2023
- Committee member, Friends of Porus Branch Library 2000 - present
- Girl Guide Leader 1998 - present
- Member – Porus Past Students Association – Homework Network 2021
- Member – Ackee Tree Group – Scholarship and Pride Ambassador Committee 2021
- Supervisor/ Trainer – Electoral Commission of Jamaica - 2020
- Part – Time Lecturer International University of the Caribbean – 2014
- Youth Fellowship President – 2004 - 2019
- District Youth Director - 2020
Timeline
Masters Degree - Elementary Education
American College of Education
2025.02 - 2026.07
3rd Grade ELA Teacher
Lehigh Elementary
2023.08 - Current
Supervisor
Porus Primary School
2021.08 - 2023.07
Bachelor Degree - Primary Education
International University of the Caribbean
2009.01 - 2010.05
Classroom Teacher - Grades 1- 6
Porus Primary School
2004.09 - 2023.07
Diploma - Primary Education
St. Joseph's Teachers' College
2001.08 - 2004.05
High School - A Levels
Manchester High School Sixth Form
1998.09 - 2000.06
High School - Diploma
Bellefield Comprehensive High School
1994.09 - 1998.06