Melissa Reynolds

Colorado Springs

Summary

Experienced in developing an age-appropriate curriculum and fostering a nurturing classroom environment. Utilizes creative teaching strategies to enhance student engagement and improve learning outcomes. Possesses a strong understanding of child psychology and employs effective communication methods to connect with students effectively.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

1st Grade Teacher

Adams Elementary

08.2024 - Current

Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans that aligned with grade-level curriculum standards
Differentiated instruction to meet the needs of students with varying abilities and learning styles
Established and enforced rules and procedures to promote a respectful and productive learning space
Maintained a positive and structured classroom environment
Observed and assessed student progress through tests, quizzes, and assignments
Communicated with parents, special education staff, and other support personnel about student progress
Provided regular feedback to students and parents regarding academic performance
Collaborated with other teachers and staff to share resources and strategies

Substitute Teacher

D11

08.2022 - 08.2024

Provided effective instructional techniques for all students in the classroom
Maintained student attendance records
Created a positive classroom environment
Uphold and enforced the school rules
Demonstrated classroom management/instructional strategies to support student achievement
Performed teaching related duties required by the site, including lunchroom or hall duty, and/or playground duty
Created and followed standard based lesson plans
Implemented lesson plans using best first instruction

Reading Interventionist

Adams Elementary D11

10.2021 - 07.2022

Provides extra assistance to students in small groups and one on one
Reinforces skills instruction
Prepares instructional materials
Maintains student records and files of students' work
Participates in planning activities and discussions regarding students' needs and progress
Supervises students in classroom, playground, lunchroom and other areas

Operator (Starch Warehouse)

TSI (GPC)

10.2019 - 06.2021

Drive shuttle wagon for movement/repositioning of railcars
Fill railcars with product, collect samples, and complete paperwork/ seal cars for transportation
Drive forklift for loading and unloading trucks and restocking supplies
Operate industrial super sacker to fill totes
Operate food-grade bagger and palletizer in starch warehouse
Keep records of daily production
Keep records of safety checks done throughout the day

Education

Associate -

Computer Programming

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Western Governors University

Salt Lake City, UT

05-2024

Skills

Classroom management
Phonics instruction
Relationship building

Professional development
Parent-teacher communication
Team collaboration

Timeline