Debra Fritz
Lawrence,MI
Summary
Experienced with classroom instruction, student engagement, and curriculum implementation. Utilizes effective teaching strategies to maintain conducive learning environment. Strong understanding of classroom management and adaptability.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Bangor Public School
2018 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Implemented individualized instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance instructional strategies and student outcomes.
- Created a positive classroom environment fostering student engagement and participation.
- Assessed student progress through formative evaluations and provided constructive feedback.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices for classroom management and instruction techniques.
GSRP Preschool Lead Teacher
Allegan Area Education Service Agency (Fennville Elementary)
01.2013 - 2018
- Mentor Teacher
- Translated conferences and documentation from English to Spanish for monolingual Spanish speaking families
- Taught Nature Based Preschool Classroom
- Created lesson plans using the Key Developmental Indicators, which align to the Michigan Early Childhood Standards for Prekindergarten, Utilized High Scope Curriculum Framework and Evaluated student achievement using Child Observation Record.
- Assessed student language and literacy abilities using Preschool Early Literacy Indicators (created by DIBELS for Prekindergarten)
- Worked collaboratively and cooperatively with an Associate teacher to have successful student achievement
- Facilitated family involvement activities monthly
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans to enhance children's cognitive and social skills.
Substitute Teacher
Van Buren Intermediate School District
2005 - 2013
- Specifically: Bangor, Bloomingdale, Covert, Decatur, Lawrence and South Haven Public Schools
- Facilitated language art activities based on Zoo phonics and Letter People.
- Incorporated teacher’s classroom management system with my own system to create the safest and most efficient learning environment for students.
- Lead small groups focusing on enhancement of reading skills using the Reading Mastery, Read Naturally and Houghton Mifflin programs.
Grand Rapids Public Schools
- Adjusted teacher lesson plans based on daily activities, materials and unexpected events.
- Worked cooperatively and collaboratively with staff to implement lessons and classroom management.
- Applied classroom materials to help enhance learning.
Summer School Teacher
Allegan Area Educational Service Agency (Fennville Elementary)
06.2014 - 08.2014
- GSRP Preschool 2014
Substitute Teacher
Bangor Public Schools
04.2005 - 06.2013
- Long Term Substitute 4th Grade Math Teacher Jan-June 2013
- Created lesson plans using the Scotts Foresman-Addison Wesley program and the Common Core State Standards for 4th grade math.
- Facilitated spelling, language arts and reading activities based on the Reading Mastery series.
Long Term Substitute
Bloomingdale Public Schools
02.2012 - 06.2012
- Math Interventions Teacher February-June 2012
- 3rd Grade May 2011
- 4th Grade September 2010
- 5th Grade May 2010
- Saturday School Teacher Kindergarten March-May 2010
- 4th Grade November 2010
- Counselor February-March 2009
- Art Teacher September 2008
- After School Teacher 1st Grade January-May 2008
- 3rd Grade May-June 2008
- Kindergarten April-May 2007
- Created lesson plans in all core academic subjects based on the Bloomingdale Public Schools curriculum and standards.
- Utilized different learning styles within lesson plans to maximize learning.
- Identified struggling students and provided goal-orientated interventions.
- Maintained personal student files and records.
- Assessed student abilities using DIBELS.
Summer School Teacher
Bangor Public Schools
06.2011 - 08.2011
- Taught monolingual Spanish speaking children as English Language Learners and focusing on social emotional skills: independence, sharing, playing together, conflict resolution
- Instructed small groups of students in basic academic concepts in literacy and mathematics
- Utilized Creative Curriculum and evaluated student achievement using Gold.
Summer School Teacher
Bloomingdale Public Schools
08.2010 - 08.2010
- 4th /5th Split with extended ESL program 2nd Grade June-August 2010
- Kindergarten June-August 2008
Education
Master of Arts - Practice of Teaching: Early Childhood Education
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI08.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Group Social Studies, with an emphasis in Geography
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI04.2005
Skills
- Effective classroom management
- Responsive to changing circumstances
- Building professional relationships
- Enhancing student interaction
- Lesson planning
- Collaborative communication with parents
- Positive role model and mentor
- Differentiated instruction
Accomplishments
Received Educational Hero Award in 2023
Certification
- Professional Education Certificate: Elementary K-5 All Subjects, K-8 All Subjects Self Contained
- Endorsements: Early Childhood Education PK-K (ZA) and Social Studies K-8 (RX)
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Summer School Teacher
Allegan Area Educational Service Agency (Fennville Elementary)
06.2014 - 08.2014
GSRP Preschool Lead Teacher
Allegan Area Education Service Agency (Fennville Elementary)
01.2013 - 2018
Long Term Substitute
Bloomingdale Public Schools
02.2012 - 06.2012
Summer School Teacher
Bangor Public Schools
06.2011 - 08.2011
Summer School Teacher
Bloomingdale Public Schools
08.2010 - 08.2010
Substitute Teacher
Bangor Public Schools
04.2005 - 06.2013
Teacher
Bangor Public School
2018 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Van Buren Intermediate School District
2005 - 2013
Grand Rapids Public Schools
Master of Arts - Practice of Teaching: Early Childhood Education
Western Michigan University
Bachelor of Arts - Group Social Studies, with an emphasis in Geography
Grand Valley State University