Dr. Melissa Blake
Holland,MI
Summary
As a hard-working professional with 19+ years of experience, I have been committed to developing my knowledge of instructional techniques and educational technology. I am interested in continuing to learn how to effectively implement innovative practices and leveraging technology, specifically in an online environment. In particular, my research interests have focused on multimodal learning, community of inquiry, and professional development.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER, TEACHER, and TESTING COORDINATOR
Jenison Innovation Academy
01.2021 - Current
- Develop K-12 curriculum in all core and elective subject areas for our online/hybrid school; build courses within Blackboard LMS.
- Teach creative writing, test preparation, film analysis, and high school English to online students and adapt based on needs: full-time online, international, split-schedule students, and alternative education.
- Coordinate all K-12 standardized and benchmark testing.
- Collaborate with content teachers, administrators, and other stakeholders when making curriculum decisions.
- Utilize various technology tools for engagement, building community, collaboration, and multimodal learning including H5P, Padlet, Gimkit, and Zoom.
- Research, evaluate, and gather resources to improve student experience.
- Designed course materials and supported implementation.
TEACHER
Fennville Public Schools
08.2005 - 12.2020
- Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program that provides students with opportunities to collaborate, question, and investigate
- Adapt teaching methods, instructional materials, and assessment to meet students' varying needs, abilities, and interests
- Utilize various platforms and tools including Schoology, Canvas, and Google Classroom
- Collaborate with other professionals in the development, evaluation, and revision of secondary school programs, including mentees, special education teachers, ELL professionals, and student teachers
Education
Doctor of Educational Technology -
CENTRAL MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
Mount Pleasant, MI05.2021
M.A. - Curriculum and Teaching
MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
East Lansing, MI05.2008
Secondary Education Certification - undefined
MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
East Lansing, MI05.2005
B.A. - English and Anthropology
MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
East Lansing, MI05.2004
Skills
- Collaboration
- Communication
- Organization
- Curriculum development
- Course material creation
- Implementation support
- Instructional strategies
- Curriculum implementation
- Course evaluation
- Curriculum design
Timeline
INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER, TEACHER, and TESTING COORDINATOR
Jenison Innovation Academy
01.2021 - Current
TEACHER
Fennville Public Schools
08.2005 - 12.2020
M.A. - Curriculum and Teaching
MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
Secondary Education Certification - undefined
MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
B.A. - English and Anthropology
MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
Doctor of Educational Technology -
CENTRAL MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
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