Melanie Butterfield
Dumfries,VA
Summary
Results-oriented educator skilled in digital literacy and instructional differentiation. Proven ability to collaborate with colleagues on impactful projects. Experienced in fostering student engagement and success by incorporating a variety of learning styles.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Technology Teacher
Pattie Elementary
Dumfries, VA
08.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented a technology-based curriculum for students in grades K-5.
- Orchestrated and facilitated lessons on foundational iPad skills, keyboard techniques, diverse Apple software applications, and coding programs.
- Crafted and executed lesson plans focused on effective communication and presentation skills.
- Advised students on responsible internet use and digital citizenship practices.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create meaningful projects that incorporated technology.
- Assisted students in troubleshooting technical issues with their laptops or other devices used in class.
- Coordinated after school clubs focused on robotics or game design.
Elementary Substitute Teacher
Pattie Elementary
Dumfries, Virginia
11.2018 - 06.2024
- Implemented lesson plans and adapted materials for diverse learning needs.
- Developed engaging lessons that were both educational and entertaining.
- Communicated with parents regarding student behavior and academic performance.
- Graded assignments and tests as needed according to district guidelines.
- Executed positive reinforcement strategies including rewards and praise to promote good behavior.
Gifted TA
Pattie Elementary
Dumfries, Virginia
12.2022 - 05.2024
- Organized, maintained, and filed student profiles.
- Evaluated K-5 students with diverse methods to identify gifted tendencies.
- Partnered with teachers to determine schedules minimizing disruption to classroom learning.
Education
Teaching Licensure Program - K-5 Education
ITeach Virginia
Richmond06-2027
Bachelor of Science - Professional Studies
BYU Idaho
Rexburg04-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
Brigham Young University
Provo, UT04-2001
Skills
- Instructional planning
- Digital literacy
- Classroom management
- Educational technology
- Student engagement
- Student assessment
- Instructional differentiation
- Creative problem solving
- Team collaboration
Affiliations
Seminary Teacher - Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints - September 2024 -May 2025
Timeline
Technology Teacher
Pattie Elementary
08.2024 - Current
Gifted TA
Pattie Elementary
12.2022 - 05.2024
Elementary Substitute Teacher
Pattie Elementary
11.2018 - 06.2024
Teaching Licensure Program - K-5 Education
ITeach Virginia
Bachelor of Science - Professional Studies
BYU Idaho
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
Brigham Young University