Rebecca Canaday
Fort Myers
Summary
At Lexington Middle School, I excelled in fostering strong relationships and integrating technology into the curriculum, enhancing student engagement and success. My proactive approach to professional development and differentiated instruction led to significant improvements in classroom management and student-centered learning, embodying a commitment to educational excellence and innovation.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Lexington Middle School
12.2020 - 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.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current with educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into the curriculum.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Materials Manger/Lead Surgical Technician
Doctor's Outpatient Surgery Center
10.2015 - 05.2020
- Conducted regular inventory audits to maintain accurate stock levels and minimize excess or obsolete inventory.
- Monitored safety stock levels and established order policies to balance inventory availability with minimal investment.
- Managed subordinates and gave directives, drafted schedules and comprehensively evaluated performance.
- Maintained material control and information systems, supporting manufacturing and balancing inventory surpluses with customer demand.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures for optimal patient outcomes and reduced recovery time.
- Contributed to reduced infection rates by adhering to stringent disinfection guidelines for all tools and surfaces.
Education
Associate of Science - Cardiovascular Technologies
Edison College
Fort MyersBachelor of Science - Cardiopulmonary Sciences
Edison State College
Fort Myers, FL06-2013
Skills
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Growth mindset
- Technology integration
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Student-centered learning
Certification
- Secondary Education Certificate - Florida Department of Education.
- Elementary Education Certificate - Florida Department of Education.
- Gifted and Talented Educator Certificate
Accomplishments
- Department Chair - Science (including 9 teachers for 6th, 7th, and 8th Grades)
- Assistant Testing Coordinator for nearly 1,200 students
- 8th Grade Leading and Learning Representative
- 8th Grade Team Lead
- After-school Science Tutor
- "Apples" Nominee
- Jamaica Outreach Program Volunteer for semi-annual surgical procedures for underprivileged patients
Timeline
Teacher
Lexington Middle School
12.2020 - Current
Materials Manger/Lead Surgical Technician
Doctor's Outpatient Surgery Center
10.2015 - 05.2020
Associate of Science - Cardiovascular Technologies
Edison College
Bachelor of Science - Cardiopulmonary Sciences
Edison State College
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