Debra Schuster
Palm Bay,FL
Summary
Dedicated Educator with proven experience providing differentiated instruction and universal design for learning across diverse learning platforms and diverse cultural environments. Possesses strong track record of improving test scores and providing diverse student bases with high-impact lessons. Experienced team player skilled=ed at working with all levels of faculty, administrators, and parents to resolve problems and conflicts professionally.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
6th Grade Teacher
Jupiter Elementary School/Brevard County
Palm Bay, FL
08.2021 - Current
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites and other educational materials.
- Assigned daily lesson plans designed to motivate students and allow for creativity.
- Used Focus to upload student grades and absence data into district computer systems.
Academic Support Teacher
Bishop Moore Catholic High School
Orlando, FL
08.2015 - 06.2021
- Modified teaching strategies to customize lesson plans for different student needs.
- Fostered positive and trusting relationships with students to increase engagement.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Created study guides and other supportive materials to reinforce lecture details and prepare students for tests.
- Co-taught Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Biology, English
6th Grade Teacher
Palm Bay Academy
Palm Bay, Florida
08.2013 - 05.2015
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites and other educational materials.
- Assigned daily lesson plans designed to motivate students and allow for creativity.
- Conferred with specialists to support needs of students with IEP or 504 Educational plans.
Teacher—New Page Academy
Holy Name Of Jesus School
Indialantic, Florida
08.2011 - 06.2013
- Planned education programs and set program goals to establish targets for achievement.
- Devised strategies for reinforcing materials or skills based on needs, interests, and abilities of individual students.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of special needs learners grades 3-6 to accomplish educational, behavioral, and social goals.
- Provided students with personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support.
- Met with parents about student needs to garner additional support.
Learning Specialist
The Pine School
Hobe Sound, FL
08.2007 - 06.2011
- Maintained focused, inclusive, and supportive learning environments.
- Supported students in Reading comprehension and fluency through Wilson Reading Program, Read Naturally Reading program, and Creative Education Institute's ELS (Essential Learning Systems) program.
- Implemented instructional technology support using various tools for teaching and learning.
- Delivered feedback using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage, motivate, and build confidence in students.
- Developed academic framework within which each student could best discover and apply appropriate language, reading, and learning skills
Education
Master of Arts - Education/Specific Learning Disabilities
University of The Virgin Islands
St. Croix, USVI05.1995
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Springfield College
Springfield, Massachusetts05.1980
Skills
- Trained Co-Teacher
- Different Learning Styles
- Instructional Strategies
- Response to Intervention Understanding
- Instructional Techniques
- Behavior Management
Certification
Florida State Teaching Certificate:
Elementary Education K-6
Exceptional Student Education K-12
Wilson Reading System Level 1
Timeline
6th Grade Teacher
Jupiter Elementary School/Brevard County
08.2021 - Current
Academic Support Teacher
Bishop Moore Catholic High School
08.2015 - 06.2021
6th Grade Teacher
Palm Bay Academy
08.2013 - 05.2015
Teacher—New Page Academy
Holy Name Of Jesus School
08.2011 - 06.2013
Learning Specialist
The Pine School
08.2007 - 06.2011
Master of Arts - Education/Specific Learning Disabilities
University of The Virgin Islands
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Springfield College
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