Debra L. Malewitz-Guerry
Belle Glade,Fl
Summary
To be a reading teacher during summer school. Educational professional with extensive experience in supporting classroom activities and fostering positive learning environments. Proven track record in aiding development of instructional materials and managing student behavior. Strong focus on team collaboration and flexibility to adapt to changing educational needs.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
VE Support Teacher
Palm Beach County School District
Belle Glade, Florida
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted in classroom management, promoting a positive and inclusive environment for all learners.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices, incorporating new ideas into the curriculum accordingly.
- Utilized formative assessments to monitor student progress regularly, adjusting instructional strategies as needed for optimal results.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by consistently enforcing classroom rules and expectations while fostering mutual respect among students.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques and adapting lesson plans to suit individual needs.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
SAI
Gove Elementary School
Belle Glade, Florida
09.2021 - 06.2025
- Working with tier 2 and tier 3 students every day and testing them weekly and big-weekly
- I monitoring the students by using the Monitoring Log from the district forms
- I work with first and second grade teachers with planning for other student work
- First Grade Reading, Math, Writing English 2020-2021 Gove Elementary
- Reading Intervention First and Second Grade Push-In 2019-2020 Gove Elementary
- Sixth Grade Science 2018-2019 Gove Elementary
- Sixth Grade Science Jan
- 2018 Gove Elementary
- Fourth Grade Reading, Math, Writing English Aug
- 2017 Gove Elementary
- 2011-2017 Second Grade Reading, Math, Writing English Gove Elementary
- First and Second Grades 2000-2011 Belle Glade Elementary
- Third Grade 1997-2000 Canal Point Elementary
- Third Grade ESOL Self Contained 1996-1997 Gove Elementary
- First and Second Grades 1983-1996 Gove Elementary
- First Grade 1982-1983 Bristol Connecticut Lutheran School
- First and Second Grades 1981-1982 St
- Peters Lutheran School Belle Glade, Fl
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Summer School Teacher/1st Grade Teacher
Palm Beach County School District
Pioneer Park, Belle Glade, Florida
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Monitored student progress and provided targeted feedback to improve academic performance.
- Utilized educational technology tools to enhance instructional delivery and student engagement.
- Facilitated summer enrichment activities that promotes critical thinking and teamwork skills.
- Planned and delivered (6 weeks of plans in reading and math).
Summer School Teacher/2nd Grade
Palm Beach County School District
Gove Elementary School Belle Glade, Florida
06.2023 - 07.2023
- I taught second grade reading and math. This was 6 week long and I taught about 12 students.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning and participation.
- Monitored student progress, providing personalized support to address individual learning needs.
- Organized extracurricular activities that promoted teamwork and leadership skills among students.
- Adapted instructional strategies based on diverse student backgrounds and learning styles.
Summer School/ 3rd Grade Teacher
Palm Beach County School District
Pioneer Park, Belle Glade Florida
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Integrated technology to enhance student learning experiences.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to foster a positive learning environment.
- Assessed student progress using various evaluation methods and adjusted instruction accordingly.
- Facilitated group activities that promoted teamwork and communication skills among students.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices, enhancing overall teaching effectiveness.
Education
Masters of Science - Reading k-12
Nova Southeastern University
Florida01.2006
Education - undefined
Concordia College
Bronxville, New York01.1983
Skills
- I have great rapport with students, families, and staff, have a strong work ethic am flexible, and have good communication skills I monitor student progress by working with students everyday and using Progress Monitoring Logs from the district
- Classroom management
- Collaborative teamwork
- Adaptive learning tools
- Positive reinforcement
- Data-driven decision making
- Teacher support
- Documentation
- IEP compliance
Certification
ESOL Indorsement
Master's Degree in Reading
Timeline
VE Support Teacher
Palm Beach County School District
08.2025 - Current
Summer School Teacher/1st Grade Teacher
Palm Beach County School District
06.2024 - 07.2024
Summer School Teacher/2nd Grade
Palm Beach County School District
06.2023 - 07.2023
Summer School/ 3rd Grade Teacher
Palm Beach County School District
06.2022 - 07.2022
SAI
Gove Elementary School
09.2021 - 06.2025
Education - undefined
Concordia College
Masters of Science - Reading k-12
Nova Southeastern University