Latasha Melcher
Lubbock,TX
Summary
Effective and creative teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and academic planning. Experienced, with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-oriented instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Well-versed in working alongside a team to accomplish goals. Expertise in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Studies Teacher
Slaton Junior High
08.2022 - Current
- Enhanced students' critical thinking skills by incorporating problem-solving activities and real-world scenarios in lessons.
- Mentored new teachers in effective lesson planning and classroom management techniques, improving overall school performance.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to meet the diverse needs of all learners within the classroom setting.
Teen Leadership and Mack Makers Teacher
Mackenzie Middle School
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Piloting a program to address Tier 3 student behavior.
- Developing leadership and professional skills through social and emotional learning experiences.
- Building interpersonal and academic skills to aid personal growth in addition to increasing academic knowledge.
Elective Department Chair
Goddard Junior High
08.2020 - 11.2021
- Observed, coached and mentored department staff.
- Maintained communication and met regularly with administration.
- Reinforced a culture of high achievement by focusing on opportunities for learning, growth and community-building.
Social Studies and Teen Leadership Teacher
Goddard Junior High
08.2015 - 11.2021
- Worked collaboratively with PLC members to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
- Interacted with students to create a classroom culture that promoted healthy relationships and learning.
- Established a sense of community by overseeing student community service projects.
Education
Master Of Education -
Wayland Baptist University
Plainview, TX2014
Bachelor of Arts - undefined
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX2013
Skills
- Course Planning and Organization
- Staff Management
- Curriculum Requirements Expertise
- College Application Assistance
- Excellent Oral and Written Communication
- Collaborative Mindset
- Academic Monitoring
Additional Information
Mentor Teacher
Student-Staff Incentive Committee Leader
Recipient, Educator Honor Roll
Nominee, Teacher of the Year
Nominee, Humanities Texas Award for Outstanding Early-Career Teaching
Nominee, H-E-B Excellence in Education Teacher Award
Timeline
Social Studies Teacher
Slaton Junior High
08.2022 - Current
Teen Leadership and Mack Makers Teacher
Mackenzie Middle School
11.2021 - 08.2022
Elective Department Chair
Goddard Junior High
08.2020 - 11.2021
Social Studies and Teen Leadership Teacher
Goddard Junior High
08.2015 - 11.2021
Master Of Education -
Wayland Baptist University
Bachelor of Arts - undefined
Texas Tech University
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