Douglas McCann
Howell,NJ
Summary
Accomplished Teacher from Edison Township Board Of Education, adept in Classroom Management and fostering critical thinking. Excelled in creating supportive learning environments, achieving significant academic growth. Expert in addressing diverse needs, including special education, through innovative lesson planning and effective faculty collaboration. Demonstrated success in enhancing student engagement and performance. Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Edison Township Board Of Education
09.2000 - Current
- 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.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ06.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Teacher of The Handicapped
Kean Iniversity
Union, NJ05.1999
Associate of Arts - Business Management
Middlesex County College
Edison, NJ05.1992
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Growth Mindset
- Faculty Collaboration
- Special Needs Students
- Co-Teaching and Co-Planning
- Data-Driven Instruction
Timeline
Teacher
Edison Township Board Of Education
09.2000 - Current
Master of Arts - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts - Teacher of The Handicapped
Kean Iniversity
Associate of Arts - Business Management
Middlesex County College
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