Debra A. McCommon
Southaven,MS
Summary
Kind Elementary Teacher with 17 years of experience. Committed to comprehensive student growth. Fosters growth and development in children while encouraging strong partnerships with families. Manages behavior issues through innovative and constructive correction.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten and First Grade Teacher
Greenbrook Elementary School
08.2013 - Current
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Developed and implemented individualized educational plans for special needs children.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings, and meet learning needs.
Eighth Grade Language Arts Teacher
Southaven Middle School
08.2008 - 07.2010
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine interest in their personal growth and academic success.
- Evaluated and documented student progress and challenges, reporting to parents when obstacles required deeper attention.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment, and expression of original ideas.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Collaborated in grade-level-specific instruction teams to discuss student work, share best practices and develop new methods to drive progress.
Seventh and Eighth Grade Language Arts Teacher
Southaven Middle School
08.1993 - 12.1997
- Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment.
- Engaged families in education by building relationships and maintaining regular communication.
- Assessed student accomplishments on regular basis and provided progress reports to guide improvement.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Mississippi
University, MS05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education
Blue Mountain Christian University
Blue Mountain, MS05.1994
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Field Trip Oversight
- Differentiated Instruction
- Art and Music Integration
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Student Assessment
- Emotional Support
- Positive Behavior Techniques
- Safe, Positive Learning Environment
- Classroom Instruction
Certification
Teaching Endorsements for Class A License
119 English (7-12)
120 Elementary Education (K-6)
192 Social Studies (7-12)
Timeline
Kindergarten and First Grade Teacher
Greenbrook Elementary School
08.2013 - Current
Eighth Grade Language Arts Teacher
Southaven Middle School
08.2008 - 07.2010
Seventh and Eighth Grade Language Arts Teacher
Southaven Middle School
08.1993 - 12.1997
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Mississippi
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education
Blue Mountain Christian University
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