- Photography
- Crafting and DIY Projects
- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
- Road Trips
Debra McEathron
Hollywood
Summary
Distinguished educator from MDCPS, adept in fostering student engagement and mastering adaptive teaching methods. Excelled in creating a supportive learning environment, leveraging analytical problem-solving to tailor lesson plans, and driving collaborative learning experiences. Achieved notable advancements in K-6 education through innovative instructional strategies and a positive approach to challenges.
Energetic and compassionate individual with passion for fostering positive learning environment. Possesses deep understanding of educational principles and effective classroom management techniques, coupled with proficiency in curriculum development and lesson planning. Committed to inspiring students and fostering academic growth.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
MDCPS
03.1986 - 06.2023
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
Education
Master of Science - Science Education
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FLBachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Potsdam State University
Potsdam, NYSkills
- Effective Classroom Management
- Relationship building
- Analytical Problem Solving
- Lesson planning
- Encouraging Student Engagement
- Student engagement
- Positive Approach to Challenges
- Adaptive Teaching Methods
- Collaborative learning
- Collaborative Learning Experience
- Instruction Based on Data
- K-6 Education Expertise
Certification
- Elementary Education Certificate - [State] Department of Education.
Interests
Timeline
Teacher
MDCPS
03.1986 - 06.2023
Master of Science - Science Education
Florida State University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Potsdam State University
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