Debra Martin
Tustin,California
Summary
I'm a highly motivated and experienced teacher with a passion for teaching students of all levels and ages. I'm always looking for new and innovative ways to engage pupils in the learning process and striving to create a classroom environment where the students feel safe and respected.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Scoot Education
09.2023 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Kelly Educational Services
08.2023 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Teacher
Read Write Educational Solutions
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
A Tree of Knowledge Educational Services
Tamir
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Designed educational programs with emphasis on learning through active and inquiry-based exploration.
- Led operations of educational programs at institution and within community.
- Designed or used assessments to monitor student learning outcomes.
Teacher
Public Policy Charter School
08.2018 - 01.2019
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade
Westminster Unified School District
01.2008 - 08.2018
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Newport-Mesa Unified School District
09.2005 - 06.2015
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Substitute Teacher
OCDE
01.2004 - 01.2008
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Teacher
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
07.1998 - 07.2003
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
English/Spanish Transitional Kindergarten Teacher
Santa Ana Unified School District
08.1997 - 07.1998
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies/Psychology
Cal State University Dominguez Hills
Carson, CA06.1997
Skills
- Parent Communication
- Records Management
- Lesson Planning
- Lesson Plan Implementation
Certification
California Multiple-Subject, Clear Teaching Credential with CLAD emphasis
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Scoot Education
09.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Kelly Educational Services
08.2023 - Current
Teacher
Read Write Educational Solutions
07.2023 - 09.2023
A Tree of Knowledge Educational Services
Tamir
09.2021 - 06.2022
Teacher
Public Policy Charter School
08.2018 - 01.2019
Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade
Westminster Unified School District
01.2008 - 08.2018
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Newport-Mesa Unified School District
09.2005 - 06.2015
Substitute Teacher
OCDE
01.2004 - 01.2008
Teacher
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
07.1998 - 07.2003
English/Spanish Transitional Kindergarten Teacher
Santa Ana Unified School District
08.1997 - 07.1998
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies/Psychology
Cal State University Dominguez Hills