Deborah McCormick
Melbourne,FL
Summary
I worked as a Special Educator for 27 years in a public school setting. After retiring, I have spent the last 11 years as an early childhood educator receiving training through TN-ELDS and most recently through the FL Office of Early Learning.
I have a passion in observing children reach developmental milestones in physical, social-emotional, language/literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
One Year Old Lead Teacher
Crossbridge Learning Center
Rockledge, FL
04.2021 - 02.2022
- Chose optimum curriculum for each class and devised creative daily lesson plans to meet requirements and needs of different learners.
- Developed and optimized rich learning environment by capitalizing on diverse engagement strategies and enriching teaching techniques.
- Observed and recorded teacher methods to suggest improvements and increase student interest.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
Infant and Toddler Teacher
MCKendree Day Care Center
Nashville , TN
04.2017 - 04.2021
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
Two Year Old Teacher
Martha O’Bryan Center
Nashville , TN
02.2011 - 02.2017
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN05.1991
Bachelor of Science - Special Education &Elementary Education
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN05.1982
Skills
- Lesson development
- Special education
- Child development
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Childcare needs
- Safety awareness
- Lesson Planning
- Elementary education
Running charitable 5K races, swimming, reading, yoga
I enjoy outdoor activities such as running, swimming, and walking on the beach. For relaxation, I enjoy yoga. I'm also an avid reader.
Timeline
One Year Old Lead Teacher
Crossbridge Learning Center
04.2021 - 02.2022
Infant and Toddler Teacher
MCKendree Day Care Center
04.2017 - 04.2021
Two Year Old Teacher
Martha O’Bryan Center
02.2011 - 02.2017
Master of Arts - Education
Austin Peay State University
Bachelor of Science - Special Education &Elementary Education
Austin Peay State University
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