Deirdre McCullagh-Ford
Vallejo,CA
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Redwood Day School
Oakland, CA
08.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
Director, Teacher Leadership
Teach For America
San Francisco, CA
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Lead grade-level breakout groups within content sessions that support Corps Members to make meaning of core learning content rooted in rigorous, relevant, standards-aligned and grade-level content standards.
- Developed quick hit skill-builders that include ready-to-implement strategies on topics such as socio-emotional intelligence and leveraging technology in the classroom.
- Created and distributed instructional materials for group and one-on-one use.
- Mentored and supported teachers on classroom teaching practices using professional development programs and instructional techniques training.
Multiple Subject Teacher
Richmond College Prep
Richmond, CA
06.2017 - 06.2023
- Designed curriculum for high-quality classroom teaching, lesson plans and instructional materials used in teaching language arts, mathematics, science, social studies and writing
- Created culturally relevant lesson plans and chose supporting materials to further promote the learning experience
- Provided feedback to parents regarding student progress and academic achievement.
- Coached and mentored new teachers on culturally responsive teaching, data collection, informal/formal assessments and long term planning.
- Utilised technology-based learning tools to enhance instruction.
- Developed lesson plans and activities to meet the needs of all students in a diverse classroom setting.
President (Non Profit)
M.I.S.T (Minorities in Science & Technology)
Philadelphia, PA
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Collaborated with various partners to develop and actualize strategic plans to advance the non-profits mission and objectives and promote revenue, profitability and growth.
- Provided organizational leadership and collaborated with various companies in Philadelphia to establish long-term goals, strategies and company policies.
- Promoted professional development, networking events and outreach
- Created relationships with high schools and companies to provide mentoring as well as intern opportunities for underrepresented students in STEM
- Researched and wrote informative and accurate articles for various publications.
Curriculum Developer
ECDL
Dublin, Ireland
09.2011 - 08.2014
- Worked closely with technical specialists in modernization of training materials with focus on elevating instructional environments.
- Collaborated with trainers in development of digital learning classrooms, lessons and assignments for building global teams.
- Delivered instruction on a broad range of topics, integrating audio-visual presentations and training materials.
- Created successful Microsoft courses based on evaluation of student needs.
- Developed curriculum and learning materials to increase comprehension.
Education
Clear Teaching Credential - Multiple Subjects K-8
California Comission On Teacher Credentialing
San Francisco, CA2020
Master of Arts - Education
Loyola Marymount University
2019
Bachelor of Arts - English Writing
University Of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA2016
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Group and individual instruction
- Excellent communication skills
- Interactive teaching and learning
- Collaborative work style
- Effective multitasking skills
- Detail oriented
- Relationship Building
- Student Engagement
- Classroom Instruction
Affiliations
Kappa Delta Pi, International Honor Society in Education
Member, Pittsburgh Alumni Association
Teach for America Corps Member 2017
Sea Perch Instructor 2016-2017
Accomplishments
- Children's Book Author: Skye and Moon - Space Adventures
- Documentary Filmmaker - Gear Girls, 2018
Timeline
Teacher
Redwood Day School
08.2023 - Current
Director, Teacher Leadership
Teach For America
08.2021 - 08.2023
Multiple Subject Teacher
Richmond College Prep
06.2017 - 06.2023
President (Non Profit)
M.I.S.T (Minorities in Science & Technology)
01.2015 - 01.2019
Curriculum Developer
ECDL
09.2011 - 08.2014
Clear Teaching Credential - Multiple Subjects K-8
California Comission On Teacher Credentialing
Master of Arts - Education
Loyola Marymount University
Bachelor of Arts - English Writing
University Of Pittsburgh