Rebecca Watson
Norfolk
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Norfolk Public Schools, adept at implementing individualized education plans and fostering student engagement. Skilled in data collection and analysis, I excel in collaborative environments, ensuring compliance with special education standards while promoting emotional support and independence for diverse learners.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Norfolk Public Schools
Norfolk
08.2020 - Current
- Implemented individualized education programs (IEPs) for students with diverse disabilities, ensuring achievement of academic and behavioral goals.
- Provided one-to-one and small group support in core subjects, adapting materials to various learning levels.
- Monitored and documented student progress and behavior, informing educational programming decisions.
- Utilized positive behavioral interventions to enhance emotional regulation and classroom management.
- Assisted students in general education classrooms, promoting independence and inclusion efforts.
- Conducted data collection and progress monitoring to support continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with teachers and specialists to ensure compliance with special education laws and best practices.
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Norfolk VA Norfolk Public Schools
Norfolk
09.2018 - 09.2020
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
- Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.
- Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
- Assisted fellow teachers with assignments, special projects, tests, administrative updates and grading as needed.
- Collaborative planning with Kindergarten, 1st grade team and Math and Reading Specialist.
- Assessing students and keeping data on students process.
- Led students through safety procedures, including active shooter and fire drills.
- Tested students with quizzes, essays and exams to gauge learning effectiveness.
- Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
- Taught students fundamental building blocks and advanced concepts.
- Worked outside normal hours to be available to answer parent and student questions.
- Enforced discipline plan with effective measures and lesson plans to increase concentration, participation and progress student accountability.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Closely monitored and recorded student progress to create detailed learning plans for struggling students.
- Collaborated with other teachers and staff members to provide the best educational opportunities for over 100 students.
- Co-hosted online Zoom sessions with students for instruction during school closure due to Covid 19.
Reading Tutor
Norfolk Public Schools
Norfolk
02.2019 - 06.2020
- Established reading goals and designed educational pathways to track literacy progress.
- Tutored over 20 students weekly in phonetics, fluency, and reading comprehension.
- Provided targeted Tier 3 small group instruction for kindergarten and first grade PALS ID students.
- Delivered motivational feedback to encourage student engagement with reading objectives.
- Maintained accurate records and generated progress reports to showcase reading achievements.
- Administered early intervention support for students struggling with foundational materials.
- Utilized PALS instructional materials, including quick checks and strategies, to enhance phonics skills.
- Reported directly to Reading Specialist on student progress and literacy development.
Inmate Records Cleri
City of Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach
07.2009 - 01.2014
- Reviewed files to ensure accuracy and completeness of information.
- Delivered exceptional service to customers through in-person and phone interactions.
- Recognized by management for outstanding customer service performance.
- Utilized Virginia Criminal Information Network (VCIN) and National Crime Information Center (NCIC) for warrant checks.
- Entered inmates' arrest data into Virginia Beach Police Department PISTOL System and Sheriff's Department OMS.
- Conducted Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) checks for foreign-born individuals at jail.
Retail Specialist
United States Navy, USN
Bethesda
03.1999 - 01.2007
- Recommended merchandise to customers based on needs and preferences.
- Provided distribution of medical, surgical, and pharmaceutical supplies to 40 clinics, 17 wards, and 10 tenant commands, exceeding $330K.
- Ensured efficient stocking of medical case carts, supporting over 350 operations monthly.
- Managed a 900-item inventory valued over $1.5 million in medical supplies.
- Coordinated unloading of 500 pallets of ship store merchandise, valued over $1.6 million.
- Generated retail sales exceeding $900K for the Moral Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department.
- Supervised 19 sailors and managed seven accountable spaces as procurement manager for retail operations.
- Guaranteed procurement of over $2.5 million in merchandise, achieving $3.5 million in sales and $750K in profits for MWR.
Education
Certificate - Homeland Security
Saint Leo University
Saint Leo, FL06-2017
Bachelor of Arts - Major in Psychology And Minor in Sociology
Saint Leo University
Saint Leo, FL05-2016
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student engagement strategies
- Team collaboration
- Tutoring and coaching
- Parent communication
- Behavioral interventions
- Individualized education plans
- Special education compliance
- Progress monitoring
- Data collection and analysis
- Student assessment techniques
- Effective tutoring methods
- Conflict resolution skills
- Time management strategies
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multicultural awareness
- Goal setting and tracking
- Social-emotional support services
- Friendly demeanor and approachability
- Support for students with special needs
- Teacher collaboration and support
- IEP implementation expertise
- Child development knowledge
- Student progress monitoring
- Study skills development
- Calm and patient demeanor
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Norfolk Public Schools
08.2020 - Current
Reading Tutor
Norfolk Public Schools
02.2019 - 06.2020
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Norfolk VA Norfolk Public Schools
09.2018 - 09.2020
Inmate Records Cleri
City of Virginia Beach
07.2009 - 01.2014
Retail Specialist
United States Navy, USN
03.1999 - 01.2007
Certificate - Homeland Security
Saint Leo University
Bachelor of Arts - Major in Psychology And Minor in Sociology
Saint Leo University