Melanie Graham
Marshall
Summary
Dynamic ELA Educator with a proven ability to create engaging, student-centric learning environments within the Henderson Independent School District. Expertise in utilizing technology to enhance interactive lessons has led to significant increases in academic engagement and performance. Demonstrated success in collaborating with teams and implementing tailored instructional strategies that address diverse student needs. Committed to fostering an inclusive educational atmosphere that cultivates lifelong learning.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
5th Grade ELA Teacher
Henderson Independent School District
Henderson
08.2020 - Current
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and concerns.
- Created an interactive bulletin board display showcasing student work related to ELA topics studied throughout the year.
- Designed lesson plans aligned with district standards to enhance academic performance.
- Customized instructional strategies to align with diverse student needs and interests.
- Established connections with students and guardians via consistent communication.
- Organized and executed extracurricular educational activities to support academic growth.
- Attended education-focused sessions on implementing effective teaching practices.
- Prepared, administered and graded daily work and tests to evaluate student's progress.
- Designed teaching strategies tailored for both group and class-wide educational activities.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills by posing open-ended questions during lessons or discussions.
- Established a differentiated instruction plan based on each student's current level of mastery of ELA objectives.
Elementary Teacher
Mesquite ISD Beasley Elementary
Mesquite
01.2018 - Current
- Provide weekly engaging and TEK aligned lesson plans.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments and assessments and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Maintained student portfolios used for monitoring skills assessments and work samples needed for promotion and to monitor areas needing improvement.
- Incorporated technology into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Education
Degree - Liberal Studies Elementary Education
POINT LOMA NAZARENE COLLEGE
SAN DIEGO, CAHigh School Diploma -
NAAMAN FOREST HIGH SCHOOL
GARLAND, TXSkills
- Professional Written Communication
- Fundamental Computer Proficiency
- Parent Communication
- Calendar Management
- Collaborative Team Development
- Designs Engaging Interactive Lessons
- Student-Centric Learning Environment
- Effective Team Engagement
- Effective Organizational Skills
- Tailored Instructional Strategies
- Individualized Teaching Techniques
- Effective Classroom Management
- Technology Utilization
Certification
Certified K-6th Grade, Elementary Teacher - Valid thru 2028
ESL Certified
Personal Information
Title: Elementary Teacher
Accomplishments
- TIA Recognized
Affiliations
- Leadership Training and Achievement.
- Team Lead for RLA and Science
Timeline
5th Grade ELA Teacher
Henderson Independent School District
08.2020 - Current
Elementary Teacher
Mesquite ISD Beasley Elementary
01.2018 - Current
Certified K-6th Grade, Elementary Teacher - Valid thru 2028
ESL Certified
Degree - Liberal Studies Elementary Education
POINT LOMA NAZARENE COLLEGE
High School Diploma -
NAAMAN FOREST HIGH SCHOOL
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