MELANIE JAYNE LINDSEY
Educator
Ventura,CA
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher On Special Assignment: Leadership
Ventura Unified School District
08.2021 - Current
- Provide guidance to all secondary site administration and ASB leadership/activities directors/advisors on school-wide campaigns
- Establish districtwide standards for middle and high school ASB leadership/activities that increase school connectedness and social-emotional learning for all students
- Work collaboratively in team-oriented approach with groups, including administration, staff, faculty, parents/guardians and public
- Work independently with little direction; manage time and priorities; communicate effectively
- Help design, develop, and deliver professional development to site admin, teachers, counselors and Activities Directors
- Participate in self-selected professional growth activities related to ASB/Activities
- Assist in other district programs as assigned related to SEL, School Connectedness and ASB Programs
Activities Director and Renaissance Coordinator
Foothill Technology High School
08.2014 - Current
- Plan, schedule, and implement extracurricular activities for students' overall growth and wellbeing
- Plan and coordinate cultural programs and ensure maximum students participation
- Promote school activities for all stakeholders
- Conduct fund-raising programs
- Ensure compliance of all clubs and sports teams with FCMAT recommendations
- Plan, direct, and evaluate student activities programs and make improvements based on student input and need
- Coordinate educational, sports, social and cultural activities with help from the staffulty
- Create and maintain ASB Budget approximately $45,000
- Oversee all sports teams and club budgets and spending
Senior Class Advisor
Foothill Technology High School
08.2002 - Current
- Advise senior class officers in creation and execution of all senior events
- Create and maintain senior budget (approximately $25,000)
- Created, organize and mc senior awards night
- Play a lead role in the organization and execution of the graduation ceremony
- Created and facilitate the League of Inspirational heroes
- Created (in 2005) and advise senior Renaissance program (Finish Strong)
- Facilitate selection of senior speaker and singer
English Language Arts Teacher
Foothill Technology High School
08.2001 - Current
- Design curriculum to facilitate student success in ELA for 9th, 10th and 12th grade students.
- Designed and implemented Advanced Placement English Literature curriculum
- Sole AP Literature instructor since the implementation of the course in 2004
- Create a welcoming, supportive and learning-based classroom environment
- Designed and implemented Advanced Placement Psychology curriculum
- Employ diverse techniques and use multiple modalities to promote active learning
- Exercise flexibility within the classroom addressing all needs
- Communicate with parents on a regular basis regarding student progress to facilitate student success
- Lead team of teachers in the Senior Project
- Administer tests and conduct evaluations to assess student success
- Assist seniors with college personal statements and applications
Education
Administrative Credential -
California Lutheran University
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
Azusa Pacific University
Clear Education Credential - undefined
UCSB
Bachelor of Arts - English
Potchefstroom University
Skills
- Student engagement strategies
- Cultivating collaborative partnerships
- Problem-solving skills
- Instructional design
- Growth mindset
- Conflict resolution
- Cultural sensitivity
Timeline
Teacher On Special Assignment: Leadership
Ventura Unified School District
08.2021 - Current
Activities Director and Renaissance Coordinator
Foothill Technology High School
08.2014 - Current
Senior Class Advisor
Foothill Technology High School
08.2002 - Current
English Language Arts Teacher
Foothill Technology High School
08.2001 - Current
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
Azusa Pacific University
Clear Education Credential - undefined
UCSB
Bachelor of Arts - English
Potchefstroom University
Administrative Credential -
California Lutheran University
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