Donna Messick
Summary
Dedicated 5th-Grade Teacher with extensive experience in developing engaging lesson plans that cater to diverse learning abilities. Skilled in communication, classroom management, and curriculum development, fostering positive environments that promote both personal and academic growth. Track record of enhancing student engagement and improving overall class performance.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
5th Grade Teacher
Clarksville Montgomery County School District
Clarksville
08.2024 - 10.2025
- Designed lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles, promoting student engagement and understanding.
- Cultivated positive classroom atmosphere through proactive behavior management, enhancing student participation.
- Partnered with colleagues to refine curriculum and instructional strategies, improving overall educational delivery.
Elementary School Teacher
San Bernardino City Unified School District
San Bernardino
08.1988 - 12.2022
- Developed engaging lesson plans that met state standards, enhancing learning for diverse learners.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged collaboration and respect among students.
- Implemented assessment tools to monitor student progress, adapting instruction to meet individual learning needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Eastern Nazarene College
Quincy, MA 08.1984 - 05.1988
Milford Senior High School
Milford, DESkills
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum development
- Literacy instruction
- Assessment strategies
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Student engagement
- Student evaluation
- Positive reinforcement
- Inclusive practices
- Parent-teacher communication
- Parent communication
- Professional collaboration
- Peer collaboration
- Collaborative learning
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Verbal and written communication
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Adaptability to changes
- Relationship building
Certification
- Tennessee Teaching Credential
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
5th Grade Teacher
Clarksville Montgomery County School District
08.2024 - 10.2025
Elementary School Teacher
San Bernardino City Unified School District
08.1988 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Eastern Nazarene College
08.1984 - 05.1988
Milford Senior High School