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Expert Profile: Debba Robinson

Expertise: I can answer questions about reading at all levels, English as a Second Language, elementary math, science and social studies as well as general education matters. Individuals interested in teaching in international schools can contact me for information on how to begin the process of looking for jobs overseas.

Experience in the area
I have been teaching for 30 years with a MEd in Reading and Language Arts, a BA in Elementary Education. For 6 years I taught computer to grades K-8. I have taught in combined grades (K-2 and 2-3 splits)in the US and overseas. The bulk of my elementary experience is in second and third grades, although I've taught K, 1, 2, 3 and 5 as a self-contained experience. Twenty-two years of my experience teaching has been in international schools in Africa and Asia.

Education/Credentials
MEd. in Reading and Language Arts
BA in Elementary Education
Certified principal K-12. Currently the director of the American International School of Niamey, Niger.

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What do you like about this subject? I love working with children. I also enjoy sharing my love of teaching with those who are interested in joining the field.

What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field? Each day I try to learn something new; from my students and/or my peers. Sometimes it's a way to reach a student with a particular problem - other times it's something I can do to make my job easier! Helping others usually leads me to new discoveries for myself!

Something interesting about this subject that others may not know: Did you know that reading to your child for at least 20 minutes a day from a very early age (pre-natal?) from good literature (books you enjoyed as a child - not just picture books) will increase all your child's scores on reading tests throughout school! Ask me more about this!

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Prestige Points: 10832
Knowledge	9.71 Best of the best
Clarity of Response	9.90 Best of the best
Timeliness	9.90 Best of the best
Politeness	9.98 Best of the best
Number Of Questions (in Past 24 Hours)		0
Max Questions to be Asked (in 24 Hour period)		5
Total Questions (since joining AllExperts)		213

Recent Reviews from Users

Knowl	Clarity	Time	Politeness	Date
10	10	10	10	05/31/08
10	10	10	10	05/23/08
10	10	10	10	05/07/08
10	10	10	10	04/13/08
10	10	10	10	11/04/07

User Comments

Thanks for your prompt response! I'm actually living in nyc but have been looking into schools outside of nyc. Thanks again for your answer! I have mo
(Nadia on 05/23/08)

Thank you Debba, Your response was surprisingly quick, and has given me hope that I just might be able to find a job in the US. I also now have a bet
(Maureen on 04/13/08)

Wow! Thank you for all of your insight! I will take some time to soak it all in and perhaps have some follow up concerns! Eternally grateful, Cathy
(Cathy on 11/04/07)

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Recent Answers from Debba Robinson

2008-05-30 Secondary Social Studies: Dear Kelli, This is a very interesting question. If you are willing to go ANYWHERE, I guarantee you will find a job. It may not be your first choice but it will certainly get you experience. Now...

2008-05-20 Special Education with a concentration in art: Dear Nadia, I think you are best off consulting your guidance counselor or asking for help at the local public library. There are so many universities that I couldn't even begin to scratch the surface...

2008-05-06 International Teaching: Dear Tracy, CONGRATULATIONS! How exciting! I'm going to begin by strongly encouraging you to become certified in a broader range. It generally requires taking one or two more classes or doing some...

2008-04-12 special education in the US: Dear Maureen, Actually, with the crack-down on education brought about by No Child Left Behind, you might have a very good chance. There is a shortage of teachers in some areas. The problem is that...

2007-11-16 career: Dear Nick, The only school I know is Univeristy of Maryland in College Park. You should visit your local public library and check out their university catalogs - and I'm sure you can find information...