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Javaun "Michelle" Roland

Javaun "Michelle" Roland

EC-6 Elementary Teacher

Summary

Passionate 4th- and 5th-grade Teacher for 5 years in both rural and urban settings. Proven history of creating engaged classroom environments supporting diverse educational styles. Versatile student-oriented approach, consistently supporting optimum performance and advancement.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

5th Grade Science and Social Studies

Garland ISD
07.2024 - Current
  • Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and student collaboration.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance while maintaining consistent routines within the classroom setting.
  • Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
  • Implemented project-based learning activities that encouraged students to apply their knowledge to real-life situations, enhancing problem-solving skills and deepening understanding of course concepts.
  • Participated in professional development workshops focused on best practices in science education, applying new techniques to enhance classroom instruction effectively.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in the educational process.

Upper Elementary Montessori Guide

Dallas Independent School District, DISD
07.2023 - Current
  • Taught 4th and 5th grade Math, Science, and Language Arts.
  • Prepared and delivered instructional activities that facilitated “ active ” and “ hands-on ” learning experience
  • Attended weekly virtual and in-person Professional Development training
  • Attended tri-weekly mandated PLC meetings
  • Created electronic work plan for students to utilize for independent work
  • Used data from AI programs such as Map and I-Ready to structure small groups
  • Established and communicated clear objectives for all learning activities
  • Incorporated relevant software programs into lessons to track student progress.
  • Posted assignments for students on websites such as Google Classroom, Nearpod and I-Ready
  • Observed and conducted informal evaluations of students ' understanding throughout lesson through quick check-ins and whiteboard activities.
  • Met with parents, counselors, and assistant principal for 504 meetings
  • Used applications such as Clever and Blooms to communicate with parents
  • Volunteered at after-school recruitment events for school
  • Completed 8 hours of required Parent Conference time outside of regular school hours
  • Greeted parents and children departure times

Elementary Teacher, 4th Grade

Plano ISD
08.2016 - 06.2017
  • Participated in grade level meetings with coworkers to create lesson plans and discuss grade level activities.
  • Used data from computerized assessments such as MAP to structure small group instruction.
  • Established and communicated clear objectives for all learning activities.
  • Conducted informal evaluations of students' understanding throughout lesson
  • Held conferences with parents, counselors and assistant principal during planning periods or after-school for input, questions and concerns
  • Taught Science to half of 4th grade and taught Social Studies, Reading and Writing to homeroom class
  • Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
  • Included multicultural awareness in class discussions to meet state standards.
  • Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
  • Incorporated technology such as Chromebooks, Google suites, Istation into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
  • Communicated student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
  • Liaised with other faculty and staff to monitor halls, bathrooms, playgrounds and lunchrooms.
  • Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses and learning patterns.
  • Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal

2nd and 4th Grade Teacher

Dallas ISD
08.2014 - 06.2016
  • Developed Math Instructional Calendar with neighboring schools in grade level meetings.
  • Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
  • Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
  • Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
  • Enhanced student knowledge of technology by integrating various web-based applications for research and assignments.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
  • Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Bankruptcy Specialist

Nationstar Mortgage
05.2012 - 11.2013
  • Systems: LPS, LSAMS, and Pacer
  • Prepared supporting documents for filing of Proof of Claim
  • Calculated Advanced Escrow such as taxes, insurance and RESPA
  • Collaborated with attorneys and other legal personnel on bankruptcy documentation reviews, making necessary corrections.
  • Tracked disbursed payments on state's “Trustee” website
  • Appropriately followed up with attorneys and bankruptcy trustees to avoid bankruptcy delinquencies.
  • Answered telephone calls and email messages within 48-hour period.
  • Collected, arranged and input information into database system.
  • Developed professional relationships with bankruptcy attorneys, trustees, other legal counsel and bankruptcy court personnel.
  • Answered telephone calls and email messages within 24-hour period.
  • Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email and mail.
  • Used Pacer to find confirmed plans and schedules
  • Assisted up to 3 lawyers at time.
  • Analyzed deeds of trust to verify grantor, grantee, trustee and loan amounts for executive leadership.
  • Researched bankruptcy loan files to confirm federal guideline compliance.
  • Sought ways to improve processes and services provided.
  • Created system that enabled Nation Star to interpret and breakdown outsourcing company's invoices: locating over $100,000 worth of missing invoice
  • Created training materials for department
  • Trained managers of their outsourcing company on how to interpret invoices
  • Trained TCS (India location) on how to create spreadsheets for missing invoices and how to properly read systems for Corporate Advances
  • Updated system with new incoming bankruptcies and with court dates located in Pacer
  • Provided pay-off quotes to attorney working on case

Governor Fellowship Intern

Governor's Office
01.2009 - 05.2009
  • Prepared agenda and recorded meetings of monthly board members meetings.
  • Developed strong professional relationships by interacting and communicating effectively with wide variety of colleagues and external contacts.
  • Aided in mailing out invitation for GCW banquet
  • Provided administrative support to senior team members.
  • Routed incoming calls to Executive Director
  • Looked up and provided referral information to clients
  • Performed office duties such as photocopying, scanning and faxing.
  • Submitted travel request and reimbursements forms.
  • Provided all necessary forms for approval of trips reimbursements.
  • Maintained budget spreadsheet for GCW Banquet.
  • Interacted with customers by phone, email or in-person to provide information.
  • Answered incoming telephone calls, took down messages and provided information.

Co-Representative

Social Work Council, Bachelor of Social Work
09.2008 - 05.2009
  • Student Representative for School of Social Work Planning Board
  • Met with college deans and board members to discuss programs and changes for Bachelors of Social Work Program
  • Appointed by Planning Board to be on panel for hiring new professors
  • Went to weekly Student Council meetings and gave updates on Planning Board's agenda

Call Center Representative

UT Call Center
09.2007 - 01.2009
  • Outbound called alumni to donate to their specific colleges to support school's programs
  • Adhered to company policies and scripts to consistently achieve call-time and quality standards.
  • Top producer for non-donor pool: individuals who usually don't donate or first time donors
  • Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
  • Educated customers about billing, payment processing and support policies and procedures.
  • Developed highly empathetic client relationships and earned reputation for exceeding service standard goals.
  • Processed checks using account and routing numbers
  • Maintained accurate and current customer account data with manual forms processing and digital information updates.
  • Processed payment through Sallie Mae payment center using Visa, Master Card, or American Express

Student

Study Abroad Summer
05.2008 - 06.2008
  • Examined England's intervention programs for juvenile delinquents
  • Brought new perspectives to classroom discussions with materials found during independent research
  • Followed school and classroom policies, regulations, dress codes and schedules.
  • Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
  • Searched at library and in scholarly databases to locate necessary information for research projects.
  • Searched at library and in scholarly databases to locate necessary information for research projects
  • Participated in seminar classes with enthusiasm and respect towards fellow students
  • Completed rigorous readings as directed to support unit learning goals
  • Attended field trips with peers to study topics outside classroom
  • Met with leaders at Parliament in London to inquire about their government structure
  • Visit different religious places of worship for cultural immersion

Education

Bachelor of Science - Applied Learning And Development, Social Work

University of Texas At Austin, Austin, Texas
12.2011
  • Longhorn Scholar Scholarship Recipient

Skills

  • Collaborative and Team-Oriented
  • Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Group Instruction
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Small Group Instruction
  • ESL- English as a Second Language
  • Data-Driven Instruction
  • Growth Mindset
  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Engaging personality

Timeline

5th Grade Science and Social Studies - Garland ISD
07.2024 - Current
Upper Elementary Montessori Guide - Dallas Independent School District, DISD
07.2023 - Current
Elementary Teacher, 4th Grade - Plano ISD
08.2016 - 06.2017
2nd and 4th Grade Teacher - Dallas ISD
08.2014 - 06.2016
Bankruptcy Specialist - Nationstar Mortgage
05.2012 - 11.2013
Governor Fellowship Intern - Governor's Office
01.2009 - 05.2009
Co-Representative - Social Work Council, Bachelor of Social Work
09.2008 - 05.2009
Student - Study Abroad Summer
05.2008 - 06.2008
Call Center Representative - UT Call Center
09.2007 - 01.2009
University of Texas At Austin - Bachelor of Science, Applied Learning And Development, Social Work

Certification

  • Certified EC-6 Teacher, ESL Supplemental

Work Availability

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Javaun "Michelle" RolandEC-6 Elementary Teacher