Melanie McGarry
Elementary Teacher, Grade 5 ELA/ Social Studies
Warren,MA
Summary
Knowledgeable educator with 19 years of experience providing instruction to students of all levels and needs. Shifts teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' needs. Caring and enthusiastic with demonstrated skills in teaching reading and writing. Eager to parlay teaching expertise to a new position.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Grade 5 Classroom Teacher, ELA/ Social Studies
North Brookfield Public Schools
North Brookfield, MA
08.2010 - Current
- Planned and implemented integrated English Language Arts and Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
- Used computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment to supplement presentations.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Established and supported a positive educational environment for student learning.
- Communicated regularly with parents via email, phone, and ClassDojo on student progress and class happenings.
Special Education Teacher, Grades 3-6
North Brookfield Public Schools
North Brookfield, MA
08.2006 - 06.2010
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Taught reading, writing, and math in self-contained LD classroom to teach students a variety of skills to meet their IEP goals and objectives.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Special Education Teacher, Grade 3-5; 6
Auburn Public Schools
Auburn, MA
08.2001 - 06.2006
- Utilized Inclusion and Resource Room models of teaching for 30 students of Moderate Special Needs.
- Co-taught with the general education teachers and supervised paraprofessionals in that setting in the content areas of English Language Arts and Mathematics.
- Created and modified curriculum; developed and Implemented IEPs; and administered informal and formal assessments to evaluate student performance and progress.
- Directly taught reading, writing, and mathematics in the Resource Room using a variety of methods, including the Wilson Reading Program.
Timeline
Grade 5 Classroom Teacher, ELA/ Social Studies
North Brookfield Public Schools
08.2010 - Current
Special Education Teacher, Grades 3-6
North Brookfield Public Schools
08.2006 - 06.2010
Special Education Teacher, Grade 3-5; 6
Auburn Public Schools
08.2001 - 06.2006
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