Paula McCormick
Vineland,NJ
Summary
After a successful 34-year tenure in the field of education, I possess a vast array of experience and adaptable abilities. Currently, I am looking for a fresh opportunity to utilize my skills. I am enthusiastic about collaborating with students of diverse skill levels to foster learning and enhance academic achievements.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Arthur P Schalick High School
07.1990 - 07.2024
- Teacher of Science-Chemistry, Dynamics of Allied Health, Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, Integrated Science, Food Science, Freshman Seminar, 7th Grade Science
- Maintained an organized Chemical Prep Room
- Facilitated a 'chemical clean out' of all science prep rooms
- Completed Right to Know training
- Department Chairperson- liaison between the Science Department and High School Administrative Team, prepared departmental budgets up to $20000 and supply procurement
- Grading Committee-collaborated with the other Department Chairs and the High School Administrative Team to develop and implement a comprehensive grading policy
- Curriculum Writing-wrote and revised curricula for Honors Chemistry, College Preparatory Chemistry, College Preparatory Integrated Science, Honors Anatomy and Physiology, College Preparatory Anatomy and Physiology, Dynamics of Allied Health
- Intervention and Referral Services(I&RS) Case Manager-assisted in identifying students in need and worked with them and team members to provide interventions to support those students
- In Class Resource (ICR) Lead Teacher-worked cooperatively with the classroom Special Education Teacher to implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students
- Junior Class Advisor-planned events such as Prom, Homecoming events (floats, parade, hallway decorating, class competitions), volunteer activities and fundraising events
- Freshman Class Advisor-planned events such as The Promenade, Homecoming events (floats, parade, hallway decorating, class competitions), volunteer activities and fundraising events
- Career Day Committee-secured guest speakers from local businesses, Inspira Health Network, local Fire Departments, Ambulance Squads and planned the landing of Jeff-Stat One medical helicopter on school grounds
- STEM Camp Program Coordinator for 6th,7th and 8th grade students-worked with teachers planning curricula, set up field trips, maintained budget funded by PSEG
- PRIDE Camp Counselor-instructed STEM activities to 5th -8th grade students
- Standardize Test Proctor- SAT, PSAT, Accuplacer, NJSLA, NJGPA, HSPA, HSPT.
Teacher
St Mary School
09.1986 - 06.1988
- 6th, 7th, 8th grade Science
- 7th, 8th grade Math.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Biology -
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ06.1986
Courses in Science -
Cumberland County College
Vineland, NJ06.1983
Courses in Science -
University of Delaware
Newark, DE12.1982
Skills
- Classroom management
- Curriculum development
- Student engagement
- Subject matter expertise
- Creative lesson plan development
- Student rapport
- Faculty Collaboration
- Flexible and adaptive
- On-Course-lesson planning
- PowerSchool-grading program
- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Google Suite-Docs, Sheets, Drive, Meet
Certifications and Licensure
K-12 Teaching Certificate- Comprehensive Science (ability to teach all sciences)
Volunteer Experience
- Green and Gold Class Competition Co-Chairperson- facilitated the school-wide themed competition featuring games, dance routines, and student-made videos.
- Senior Awards Night Co-Coordinator-compiled student data including Honor Roll, college scholarships and local awards, organized a "Meet and Greet" for the scholarship sponsors and recipients and oversaw the organization of the entire event
- United Faith Bible Study Moderator-students at Arthur P. Schalick High School met biweekly to read and discuss Bible verses
Timeline
Teacher
Arthur P Schalick High School
07.1990 - 07.2024
Teacher
St Mary School
09.1986 - 06.1988
Bachelor of Science in Biology -
Rowan University
Courses in Science -
Cumberland County College
Courses in Science -
University of Delaware
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