Melanie Allen
Saint Clair,MI
Summary
Professional educator with strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment that encourages student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Chippewa Valley School District
10.2003 - Current
- Develop strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment
- Manage classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences
- Differentiate instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success
- Plan and implement behavioral and academic interventions based on data and current best practices
- Serve on various committees and councils at building and district levels
- Mentor new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully, as well as student teachers
- Facilitate conferences, data review, student study, behavior intervention, and IEP meetings
Teacher
Marysville Schools
09.1999 - 10.2003
- Delivered effective and individualized instruction to students with various special needs
- Advocated for students while collaborating with general education teachers and other support staff
- Supervised a number of para-professionals as they assisted in the classroom and in general education classrooms
- Facilitated summer school literacy program
Education
Education Specialist - Special Education Administration
Saginaw Valley State University
Saginaw, MIMaster of Arts - Administration- Principalship
Saginaw
Saginaw, MIBachelor of Arts - Psychology, Special Education, Elementary Education
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MISkills
Organization and time management
Effective communication
Collaborative
Interpersonal skills
Critial thinking, analytical
Leadership, management
References
- Jerry Evanski, Principal, (586) 713-8172, jerry@212creative.com
- Cyndy Raymo, Administrator, (810) 334-7713, cray5876@hotmail.com
- Gina Vigiletti, Colleague, (586) 260-1158, gvigiletti@cvs.k12.mi.us
Professional Development
- LETRS- Science of Reading
- Add+VantageMR- Math Assessment and Intervention
- Top Ten Tools- Science of Reading
- Leader In Me
- Social Emotional Learning
- Classroom Instruction That Works
- Teacher Leadership Series
- Data-Analytics Certification
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) Certification
Timeline
Teacher
Chippewa Valley School District
10.2003 - Current
Teacher
Marysville Schools
09.1999 - 10.2003
Education Specialist - Special Education Administration
Saginaw Valley State University
Master of Arts - Administration- Principalship
Saginaw
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Special Education, Elementary Education
Grand Valley State University
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