Rebecca Fullerton
Holtwood,PA
Summary
Skilled educator with substantial background in physical sciences, dedicated to fostering engaging learning environment. Known for effectively collaborating with colleagues and adapting to shifting educational needs. Strong expertise in curriculum development, laboratory safety, and student assessment. Consistently reliable and focused on achieving positive educational outcomes.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Science Teacher
Harford County Public Schools
Bel Air, Maryland
08.2013 - Current
- Provide instruction for 150+ eighth-grade students annually in the physical science curriculum and laboratory procedures.
- Developed new curriculum in physical science with the incorporation of technology and independent studies.
- Create and introduced individualized lesson plans to accommodate gifted, average, and special needs students in inclusion classrooms
- Developed and implemented physical science laboratories in the areas of physics, and chemistry.
- Introduced individualized lesson plans to accommodate 10+ common learning and mental differences
- Instruction in Physical Science, lecture, and laboratory.
- Endorsements in Chemistry and Physical Science
- Classroom management including Intervention and Enrichment programs.
- Utilization of advanced technologies in the classroom including Canvas, Canva, Nearpod, InnerOrbit, Smartboard, Itslearning, Promethean interactive white, Active inspire wireless slate, Active expressions, Edline, and Gradebook.
- Conversion from SAS to Common Core Curriculum, utilization of Danielson model for review, utilization of Student Learning Objectives
Career and Technology Advisor
Pennsylvania Department of Education
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
05.2013 - 08.2013
- Review of Nurse Aide Training Programs in Pennsylvania to determine state and federal compliance of programs. Review of course curriculum, clinical sites and experiences, testing scores, pass rates, and program evaluations. Present written recommendations and remediation options for Nurse Aide Programs
- Developed and executed lesson plans, including collecting 100% of the necessary resources to complete a given lesson
- Increased average final exam grades by 15% by holding material review sessions in the form of games, such as Jeopardy
Microbiologist Technologist
Allegheny General Hospital
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
10.2010 - 07.2012
- Isolation and identification of microbiologic and viral pathogens from clinical specimens
- Development and implementation of new laboratory procedures as relates to the microbiology, virology and immunology laboratories.
- Quality assurance and quality control responsibilities.
Long Term Substitute Chemistry and Earth Science
Pennsylvania Cyber Charter School
Midland, Pennsylvania
02.2011 - 06.2011
- On-line instruction of chemistry and middle/high school science (earth/space science, life science, physical science)
- Classroom management responsibilities including attendance, assignment creation and grading
- On-line work through the Elluminate system including production of class lessons and delivery. Microsoft Excel, Power point and Word usage in course lesson production
Secondary Science Teacher, Middle School Science and On-line Biology/Earth Science
Armstrong School District
Ford City, Pennsylvania
08.2001 - 10.2010
- Physical science, life science and earth and space science lecture and laboratory instruction
- Gifted Education Class Development and Implementation
- SMART program developer and director for student behavior interventions.
- Classroom management and other duties as assigned
- Blended Schools/ Blackboard Instructor in Biology, Earth Science and Enrichment
- PA Certification in Biology, General Science, Clinical Laboratory Assisting, and Health Related Technology
- Various committee participation, after school tutoring
- Computer software proficiency: Microsoft Office Suite, Gradequick, Blackboard, Smartboard
Adjunct Instructor
Butler County Community College
Butler, Pennsylvania
09.1999 - 10.2010
- Taught courses through BCCC at Lenape Tech Adult and Evening Education in biology, anatomy and physiology I and II
Course Developer
BlendedSchools.net
McVeytown, Pennsylvania
05.2008 - 09.2010
- Development of Blackboard biology I and II courses
- Internet research for appropriate curriculum and technology to be integrated into the biology curriculum
- Course development using Understanding by Design Development Skills include proficiency in Blackboard, Course genie, StudyMate, Wimba tools, Microsoft Office
Medical Technology Instructor
Lenape Technical High School
Ford City, Pennsylvania
09.1999 - 08.2001
- Lecture and lab instruction in all areas of medical technology including microbiology, immunology, urinalysis, chemistry, etc.
- Curriculum development and implementation including lecture and laboratory instruction. Classroom management responsibilities. Student Advisory Committees.
Adjunct Instructor: Medical Technology
West Liberty University
West Liberty, West Virginia
09.1998 - 06.1999
- College Level Instruction for all required medical technology subject areas, including all laboratory practices and procedures as well as Laboratory management lecture
- Prepare students for the American Society of Clinical Pathologists Medical Technology Certification Assessment.
- Development of internship opportunities for medical technology students with various health care facilities.
Virologist
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
10.1987 - 09.1998
- Isolation and Identification of virus from clinical specimens
- Maintenance of cell lines
- Various automated testing including PCR, Bactech, Microscan
- Administrative duties including new testing strategies and procedures
- Maintenance of patient results and records
- Research as necessary
Research Technologist
Ohio State University: Food Animal Research Program
Wooster, Ohio
10.1985 - 10.1987
- Duties included research and development on viral and microbiological studies of poultry disease
- Primary cell culture as well as maintenance of continuous cell lines.
- Media preparation and quality control
- Basic laboratory supervision
- Animal care and study
- Virologic research and Assistance on research paper writings
Education
Master of Science - Education: Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment
Walden University
MN06.2020
Teaching Certification - Secondary Science Education
Carlow University
Pittsburgh, PA01.1997
Masters of Science Equivalency - Environmental and Occupational Health/Public Health
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA09.1992
Bachelors of Science - Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science
Slippery University of Pennsylvania
Slippery Rock, PA06.1985
Skills
- Subject Mastery- biology, physical science, chemistry, life science, earth science, medical technology (clinical laboratory skill: forensics,hematology, urinalysis, immunohematology, phlebotomy, clinical chemistry, nuclear medicine, immunology)
- Technology-enhanced curriculum design
- Technological Skills: MS Office Suite, Canvas, Canva, Blackboard, Nearpod, Thinglink
- Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment
- Educational instruction
- Lesson plan development
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Continuous learning and improvement
- Excellent communication
- Attention to detail, flexibility, adaptability
- Classroom management
- Project-based learning
- Online teaching
ACTIVITIES
Coaching, mentoring, student government, science fair, club sponsor Adult evening education instruction Tri Beta Biology Honorary Aerobics instructor, Body building Trainer Gifted Instructor Tutoring program Dayton Borough Council Representative United Way representative Co-author on several environmental microbiology scientific journal articles. Coaching, mentoring, student government, science fair, club sponsor Adult evening education instruction Tri Beta Biology Honorary Aerobics instructor, Body building Trainer Gifted Instructor Tutoring program Dayton Borough Council Representative United Way representative Co-author on several environmental microbiology scientific journal articles.
Certification
- Secondary Education - Biology
- Secondary Education- General Science
- Secondary Education - Clinical Lab Assisting
- Secondary Education- Health Related Technology
- Secondary Education- Chemistry Endorsement
- Secondary Education- Physical Science Endorsement
- Medical Terminology and Medical Transcription
Timeline
Physical Science Teacher
Harford County Public Schools
08.2013 - Current
Career and Technology Advisor
Pennsylvania Department of Education
05.2013 - 08.2013
Long Term Substitute Chemistry and Earth Science
Pennsylvania Cyber Charter School
02.2011 - 06.2011
Microbiologist Technologist
Allegheny General Hospital
10.2010 - 07.2012
Course Developer
BlendedSchools.net
05.2008 - 09.2010
Secondary Science Teacher, Middle School Science and On-line Biology/Earth Science
Armstrong School District
08.2001 - 10.2010
Medical Technology Instructor
Lenape Technical High School
09.1999 - 08.2001
Adjunct Instructor
Butler County Community College
09.1999 - 10.2010
Adjunct Instructor: Medical Technology
West Liberty University
09.1998 - 06.1999
Virologist
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
10.1987 - 09.1998
Research Technologist
Ohio State University: Food Animal Research Program
10.1985 - 10.1987
Teaching Certification - Secondary Science Education
Carlow University
Masters of Science Equivalency - Environmental and Occupational Health/Public Health
University of Pittsburgh
Bachelors of Science - Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science
Slippery University of Pennsylvania
Master of Science - Education: Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment
Walden University