Debbie Dickenson
Uniondale,NY
Summary
A former attorney who left the legal field to support family in starting a child care business. Subsequently joined Teach for America. Grateful for the opportunity to teach and support middle school students at such a pivotal time in life.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Reading Teacher and Mentor Teacher
Forte Prep Academy Charter School (Middle School)
08.2020 - Current
- Enhanced reading comprehension and literacy skills by implementing diverse teaching strategies and interactive activities.
- Planned and implemented engaging reading lessons for 90 fifth grade students.
- Created positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged student focus and enthusiasm for learning.
- Provided timely feedback on assignments, enabling students to re-submit assignments with stronger mastery of material.
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environments that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Social Studies Teacher
Coney Island Prep Charter School (Middle School)
08.2017 - 06.2020
- Planned and implemented social studies lessons for 90 eighth grade students.
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students.
- Developed strong rapport with students by creating inclusive classroom environments.
- Used computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment to present engaging lessons.
- Enhanced critical thinking skills through debates, group projects, and problem-solving exercises.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved classroom participation among students.
Science Teacher
Ascend Charter School (Elementary)
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Planned and implemented engaging lessons and activities for 180 third and fourth grade students.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Education
Relay Graduate School of Education
New York, NYJ.D. - Law
Touro Law School
Central Islip, NYSkills
- Whole Group Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Student Engagement
- Parent Communication
- Peer Mentoring
- Microsoft Office
- Calm Under Pressure
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Problem-Solving
- Conflict Resolution
- Excellent Communication
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Reading Teacher and Mentor Teacher
Forte Prep Academy Charter School (Middle School)
08.2020 - Current
Social Studies Teacher
Coney Island Prep Charter School (Middle School)
08.2017 - 06.2020
Science Teacher
Ascend Charter School (Elementary)
08.2016 - 06.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Education
Relay Graduate School of Education
J.D. - Law
Touro Law School
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