Dawn McCall
Summerhill
Summary
Dynamic Advanced Math and Science Educator from Forest Hills School District, excelling in student engagement and scientific literacy. Spearheaded professional development workshops and led environmental sustainability initiatives, demonstrating educational leadership and adaptive learning strategies. Achieved significant improvements in student understanding and performance through innovative assessment strategies and interdisciplinary projects.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advanced Math and Science Educator
Forest Hills School District
08.1988 - 04.2025
- Demonstrated willingness to accept feedback and make corrections based on advice from peers, parents, and principal.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Provided student academic support outside class time to improve learning and performance.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Understood critical development years for adolescent minds and structured lessons to meet cognitive abilities.
- Planned and escorted student field trips relevant to current science course work.
- Maintained assignment grades and worked closely with students needing additional mentoring.
- Partnered with parents through regular communication regarding their child''s academic progress, reinforcing support networks for student success.
- Conducted professional development workshops for colleagues on effective science education strategies, enhancing overall instructional quality.
- Served as an advisor for student-led initiatives related to environmental sustainability efforts on campus, empowering future global citizens who make informed decisions about the world around them.
- Implemented differentiated instruction within lessons to address individual learning needs while maintaining high expectations for all students.
- Designed creative lesson plans that highlighted the relevance of science in everyday life, inspiring curiosity among students.
- Enhanced scientific understanding by incorporating hands-on experiments and real-world applications into lessons.
- Incorporated diverse instructional materials, catering to different learning styles and ensuring content accessibility for all students.
- Established a positive classroom atmosphere that fostered respect and collaboration among students from diverse backgrounds.
- Developed assessment rubrics aligned with curriculum standards to accurately measure student progress and mastery of concepts.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and provided constructive feedback, promoting continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to develop interdisciplinary projects, fostering a comprehensive learning environment.
- Used exams and standardized assessment tools to measure student progress.
- Supported student comprehension of math principles through individualized instruction.
- Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mathematical Sciences & Social Studies
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA05-1988
Skills
- Ethics in science
- Parent-teacher communication
- Student engagement
- Scientific literacy
- Interdisciplinary approach
- Adaptive learning
- Educational research
- Educational leadership
- Assessment strategies
- Formative assessment
- Academic advising
- Expert problem solving
- Critical thinking promotion
Certification
- Elementary Education Certificate - Pennsylvania Department of Education. (LEVEL 1)
- Secondary Education Certificate - Pennsylvania Department of Education. (LEVEL 2)
Timeline
Advanced Math and Science Educator
Forest Hills School District
08.1988 - 04.2025
Bachelor of Science - Mathematical Sciences & Social Studies
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
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