Melanie D'Angelo
Homestead,FL
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Atala Montessori School, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills through innovative lesson planning and collaborative learning. Expert in classroom management and parent-teacher communication, dedicated to creating inclusive environments that promote student success and engagement. Committed to continuous professional growth and mentorship of new teachers.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher
Atala Montessori School For Creative Expression
08.2012 - Current
- Developed critical thinking skills in students through the use of Socratic questioning and analytical writing assignments.
- Promoted a love of reading by maintaining an extensive classroom library featuring diverse authors, genres, and topics.
- Ensured alignment between curriculum standards, assessments, and instructional materials to maximize student success in mastering required content.
- Communicated regularly with parents about student progress, highlighting achievements and addressing concerns as needed.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in teaching English and Language Arts.
- Contributed positively to school culture by participating in faculty meetings, committees, and events aimed at improving overall student experience.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, setting clear expectations and addressing issues promptly and fairly.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units that connected English and Language Arts with other subject areas.
- Mentored new teachers within the department, sharing resources and offering guidance for successful lesson planning and classroom management.
- Assessed student performance regularly, providing timely feedback for continuous improvement.
- Established a supportive learning environment that fostered positive relationships among students and staff.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules, and language skills.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment, and expression of original ideas.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Communicated with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavioral issues.
- Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment.
Middle School U.S. History Teacher
Atala Montessori School For Creative Expression
08.2012 - Current
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative and summative assessments, providing timely feedback for improvement.
- Mentored new teachers in the department, sharing best practices for lesson planning, assessment design, and classroom management techniques.
- Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating primary sources and historical artifacts into daily lessons.
- Organized field trips and guest speakers to supplement classroom instruction, exposing students to diverse perspectives on historical events.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, connecting US history with literature, art, and science.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through strong classroom management and clear expectations for behavior and academic performance.
- Utilized diverse instructional strategies to accommodate various learning styles, ensuring all students had access to course content.
- Continuously refined instructional practices through self-reflection and participation in professional learning communities focused on pedagogy and content knowledge growth.
- Developed strong relationships with students and parents, fostering open communication about academic progress and concerns.
- Implemented project-based learning activities to promote problem-solving skills and real-world application of historical concepts.
- Communicated clear learning objectives to students on each unique chapter.
- Proctored classroom exams and finals in secure environment to prevent plagiarism and cheating.
- Provided advice and guidance to students needing morale-boosting and academic advising.
- Prepared various classroom activities and assessment methods to promote retention of study materials.
- Delivered prepared lesson plans using instructional materials and tools.
- Created lesson plans, course materials and homework assignments covering established coursework and textbook information.
- Acted ethically and professionally when conversing with students and delivering lectures to be positive role model for kids of all backgrounds.
- Advised students on academic progress, goals and achievement.
- Compiled, administered and graded examinations to assess student progress and provide feedback on learning objectives.
- Conducted research on historical topics to supplement courses.
Middle School Science Teacher
Atala Montessori School For Creative Expression
08.2012 - 06.2016
- Established clear classroom expectations and maintained consistent discipline to promote an orderly and focused learning atmosphere.
- Boosted student participation through the implementation of interactive group activities and peer collaboration exercises.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating hands-on experiments and demonstrations into lesson plans.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Organized field trips related to the curriculum content, offering students firsthand exposure to scientific processes at work outside the classroom setting.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed student progress regularly through various evaluation methods, adjusting instructional strategies as needed to improve understanding.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers within the school community, providing guidance on effective teaching strategies and best practices for classroom management.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a positive learning environment.
- Promoted a love for science by integrating engaging inquiry-based activities into daily lessons, sparking curiosity and critical thinking skills among students.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
Middle School Math Teacher
Atala Montessori School For Creative Expression
08.2012 - 06.2015
- Developed strong parent-teacher relationships through consistent communication, resulting in better support for student needs.
- Created a positive classroom environment that promoted respect, inclusivity, and personal responsibility among students.
- Boosted student confidence and problem-solving skills through engaging group work exercises.
- Modeled core values of school on daily basis in interactions with students, families, administrators and fellow teachers.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Implemented data-driven instruction, tailoring teaching methods to address individual student needs and improve overall performance.
- Utilized assessment data to inform instructional decisions, targeting areas of weakness for improvement efforts.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Reviewed latest standards to review teaching strategies for compliance with requirements.
- Strengthened students'' critical thinking skills by emphasizing problem-solving strategies in daily math practice.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on best practices and classroom management techniques.
- Conducted regular parent conferences to provide updates on student progress and discuss strategies for continued academic growth at home.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Attended teacher conferences and workshops to stay abreast of new developments in math education.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Communicated with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavioral issues.
- Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FLSkills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Grammar teaching
- Collaborative learning
- Vocabulary building
- Oral communication
- Creative writing
- Writing instruction
- Reading comprehension
- Problem-solving skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Recordkeeping skills
- Grading proficiency
- Literary analysis
- Student assessments
- Field trips
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Supervisory skills
Timeline
Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher
Atala Montessori School For Creative Expression
08.2012 - Current
Middle School U.S. History Teacher
Atala Montessori School For Creative Expression
08.2012 - Current
Middle School Science Teacher
Atala Montessori School For Creative Expression
08.2012 - 06.2016
Middle School Math Teacher
Atala Montessori School For Creative Expression
08.2012 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Central Florida
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