Francellia McGee
Educator
Saint Albans,NY
Summary
Highly qualified Science Teacher with 26 years of experience teaching high school Biology. Generates student enthusiasm for learning through individual connections and motivators. Empowers students through interactive learning, offering fun and educational lessons and exciting science demonstrations.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Biology Science Teacher
North Queens Community High School
Flushing, NY
09.2007 - Current
- Established positive and encouraging relationship with students and helped to foster appreciation for biology and science.
- Prepared individualized lesson plans and educational materials to structure biology curriculum to needs of each student.
- Developed curriculum and lesson plans to achieve objectives for each of the following science courses; forensic science, human anatomy, food science, genetics and chemistry.
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests and assignments.
- Organized laboratory activities, prepared lectures and design experiments for optimum learning.
- Collaborated with specialists to meet needs of IEP and ELL students requiring extra support.
- Developed materials for laboratory activities, homework assignments and handouts to facilitate learning.
- Supported students seeking careers in biology by advising on educational and vocational choices.
Testing Coordinator
North Queens Community High School
Flushing, NY
09.2018 - Current
- Manage testing environment to mitigate outside variables and increase accuracy.
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Administered standardized tests to evaluate student performance and progress.
- Conferred and resolved education-related issues and problems with students, parents and school officials.
School Leadership Team
North Queens Community High School
Flushing, NY
09.2014 - Current
- Collaborated with administrators to determine course objectives.
- Designed course materials and supported implementation.
- Teamed with subject matter experts in evaluation and revision of training tools in order to continually improve learning platforms.
- Effectively implemented best training practices and adult learning principles in planning and creation of instructional materials.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Planned and monitored implementation of technology-based learning programs.
Science Teacher
IS 171 Abraham Lincoln
Queens, NY
09.2006 - 06.2007
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments and behavior.
- Arranged materials and instructional plans to implement immersive activities delving into science concepts.
- Planned, prepared and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests and assignments.
Biology Teacher
Paul Robeson High School
Brooklyn, NY
09.2001 - 06.2006
- Established positive and encouraging relationship with students and helped to foster appreciation for biology and science.
- Prepared individualized lesson plans and educational materials to structure biology curriculum to needs of each student.
- Used tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Collaborated with specialists to meet needs of IEP and ELL students requiring extra support.
Science Teacher
Friendly High School
Fort Washington, MD
08.1999 - 05.2001
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments and behavior.
- Arranged materials and instructional plans to implement immersive activities delving into science concepts.
Biology Science Teacher
King And Queen County Central High School
King And Queen County, VA
08.1997 - 05.1999
- Prepared individualized lesson plans and educational materials to structure biology curriculum to needs of each student.
- Established positive and encouraging relationship with students and helped to foster appreciation for biology and science.
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites and other educational materials.
- Organized laboratory activities, prepared lectures and design experiments for optimum learning.
- Mentor for students participating in science research projects with college professors at Hampton University for three consecutive summers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology/Chemistry
Xavier University of Louisiana
New Orleans, LA 08.1987 - 05.1992
Master of Science - Biology/Environmental Science
Hampton University
Hampton, VA 08.1992 - 05.1995
Skills
Curriculum selection
Implementation support
Student engagement
Classroom management
Group and individual instruction
Instructional design
Technology integration
Curriculum Development
References:
Winston MCcarthy, Founding Principal of North Queens Community H.S.
email: WMcCart@schools.nyc.gov
Janene Pearson, Assistant Principal Organization
North Queens Community High School
141-25 77th road
Flushing, New York, 11367
jpearso@schools.nyc.gov
Voice :( 718) 380-1650
Timeline
Testing Coordinator
North Queens Community High School
09.2018 - Current
School Leadership Team
North Queens Community High School
09.2014 - Current
Biology Science Teacher
North Queens Community High School
09.2007 - Current
Science Teacher
IS 171 Abraham Lincoln
09.2006 - 06.2007
Biology Teacher
Paul Robeson High School
09.2001 - 06.2006
Science Teacher
Friendly High School
08.1999 - 05.2001
Biology Science Teacher
King And Queen County Central High School
08.1997 - 05.1999
Master of Science - Biology/Environmental Science
Hampton University
08.1992 - 05.1995
Bachelor of Science - Biology/Chemistry
Xavier University of Louisiana
08.1987 - 05.1992