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Ellyn Messier

Newport Center,Vermont

Summary

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent
communication skills. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop
professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning
and growth. Strong understanding of classroom management techniques to
maintain productive and respectful learning environment.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Childcare Provider

Self-employeed
08.2017 - Current
  • Created and implemented age appropriate lesson plans for children ranging from 6 weeks to 7 years
  • Monitored playtime among children and engaged with them in imaginative play
  • Promoted social interactions between children
  • Communicated with parents, and CIS personnel regarding childrens’ progress
  • Maintained safe and clean learning environment
  • Prepared meals and snack, including those for children with allergies

Summer Pre-School Teacher

North Country Supervisory Union
06.2015 - 08.2017
  • Implemented pre-planned lessons
  • Promoted social interactions between students
  • Communicated with parents, other teachers and para educators regarding students’ progress
  • Maintained safe and clean learning environment with light custodial duties in the classroom area

5th Grade Teacher

Lyndon Town School
08.2015 - 06.2017
  • Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning in math, writing and spelling.
  • Piloted the two following math programs: Eureka and Bridges
  • Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
  • Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing relationships, enforcing rules and procedures.
  • Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development.
  • Participate in department, school, district and parent meetings.
  • Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs.

Afterschool Program Tutor

Lyndon Town School
08.2015 - 06.2017
  • Tutor student in their area of concern in either a small group or one on one setting
  • Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development.
  • Report necessary information to students, colleagues and parents regarding progress made.
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.

4/5th Grade Teacher

Holland Elementary School, North Country Supervisory Union
01.2015 - 06.2015
  • Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning in all subject areas.
  • Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
  • Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing relationships, enforcing rules and procedures.
  • Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development.
  • Participate in department, school, district and parent meetings.
  • Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs.

Teacher's Assistant

Mountain Village School
05.2012 - 12.2012
  • Guided exploration of learning through nature, free play, stories, art and physical activity
  • Communication with parents and other teachers regarding students’ progress
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for my students that included general childcare responsibilities and custodial duties

Teacher's Assistant

St Edwards Preschool
06.2011 - 08.2011
  • Observed and recorded lessons
  • Taught pre-planned lessons
  • Lessons utilized resources such as nature, stories, art, physical activity, science and basic letter and number recognition
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for my students that included general childcare responsibilities and custodial duties

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Johnson State College
Johnson, VT
01-2014

High School Diploma -

Lake Region Union High School
Orleans, VT
06-2010

No Degree -

Community College of Vermont
Newport, VT
01-2008

Skills

  • Reporting and documentation
  • Innovative lesson planning
  • Vermont teaching credential
  • Parent and student communication
  • Child development
  • Classroom management
  • Flexible and adaptive
  • Curriculum implementation
  • First Aid and CPR

Timeline

Childcare Provider

Self-employeed
08.2017 - Current

5th Grade Teacher

Lyndon Town School
08.2015 - 06.2017

Afterschool Program Tutor

Lyndon Town School
08.2015 - 06.2017

Summer Pre-School Teacher

North Country Supervisory Union
06.2015 - 08.2017

4/5th Grade Teacher

Holland Elementary School, North Country Supervisory Union
01.2015 - 06.2015

Teacher's Assistant

Mountain Village School
05.2012 - 12.2012

Teacher's Assistant

St Edwards Preschool
06.2011 - 08.2011

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Johnson State College

High School Diploma -

Lake Region Union High School

No Degree -

Community College of Vermont