Katrina McNair
Cheverly,MD
Summary
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Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Contractor
General Dynamics Information Technology
Falls Church, Virginia
03.2025 - Current
- Role player supporting the training of security personnel by assisting with numerous functions of the required training curriculum
- Assisting with analysis and reporting of curriculum training objectives
- Employing communication skills and the understanding of unique protocols to properly interface with various stakeholders
Science Teacher and Head of Department
GEMS Dubai American Academy
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
08.2018 - 07.2023
- Facilitated data-driven discussions with educators to refine instructional approaches and enhance student learning outcomes
- Communicated with internal and external partners to explain new initiatives, platforms, and ways to support learning outside the classroom
- Fostered collaboration meetings to gather and analyze data which led to effective feedback and new approaches to instruction
- Strategically onboarded new educators from various countries, optimizing team dynamics and classroom performance
International STEM Educator
Abu Dhabi Government
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
08.2015 - 07.2018
- Spearheaded the introduction and integration of STEM education within challenging local mandates, positioning Abu Dhabi as a forward-thinking educational hub
- Engaged in strategic partnerships with local Emirati stakeholders to leverage innovative technologies, driving alignment with national advancement objectives
Teach for America Corps Member
William Pinderhughes School
Baltimore, Maryland
08.2012 - 06.2015
- Rejuvenated community partnerships by including stakeholders in visits during scientific labs with students
Education
B.S. - Criminal Justice
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VirginiaM.S. - Educational Studies in Education
The Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MarylandSkills
- Agile learner: Excels at learning curves; adapts quickly to change
- Relationship builder: Meets needs and establishes credibility
- Context: Recognizes patterns; helps paint the big picture
- Adaptable: Can quickly adjust, and remain effective under pressure
- Organizer: Ability to simplify and streamline processes
- Dependable: Consistent, and efficient with given deadlines
INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE
- Lived in 3 countries and visited 25+ countries
- Almost a decade of cultural, professional, and business experience in the Middle East
- Extensive travel, visa organization, and safeguarding of minors on educational expeditions (Thailand-2023, Tanzania-2020, Sri Lanka-2019)
- In-depth experience with itinerary organization, visa research, flight booking, and communication with local guides for group trips (Oman -2018, Turkey and Greece-2021)
Timeline
Independent Contractor
General Dynamics Information Technology
03.2025 - Current
Science Teacher and Head of Department
GEMS Dubai American Academy
08.2018 - 07.2023
International STEM Educator
Abu Dhabi Government
08.2015 - 07.2018
Teach for America Corps Member
William Pinderhughes School
08.2012 - 06.2015
B.S. - Criminal Justice
Virginia Commonwealth University
M.S. - Educational Studies in Education
The Johns Hopkins University