Melanie Nowacki
Clinton Township,MI
Summary
I am a passionate, accomplished, and dedicated teacher of various grade levels, pre-k-5th grade. I have a proven background in building and maintaining collaborative relationships with students, parents, and co-workers. I am skillful in classroom management and lesson planning to meet the district and state standards, promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development. I am eager to continue to work to further my skill set and am committed to inspiring students to become confident lifetime learners.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Home Tutor
2nd Grade Student
2024.06 - Current
- Met with parents to discuss student progress and address concerns.
- Used positive reinforcement, repetition, and review to help students master challenging material.
- Cultivated a supportive learning environment, fostering open communication between students and tutor.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss student progress, addressing any concerns or areas requiring additional support.
- Provided targeted support in specific subject areas where students struggled the most, and strengthening skills for academic confidence
- Bolstered student confidence by providing constructive feedback and celebrating academic achievements.
- Adapted tutoring approach based on each student''s progress, ensuring continuous growth in knowledge and skills.
- Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
- Used flashcards and other techniques to test and improve memory through practiced information retrieval.
- Incorporated visual aids, mnemonic devices, and interactive activities into lessons to enhance engagement levels during tutoring sessions.
- Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
3/4th Grade Long-Term Blend Support Teacher
Edustaff-Fox Elementary
2023.09 - 2024.06
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices, incorporating new ideas into the curriculum accordingly.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by consistently enforcing classroom rules and expectations while fostering mutual respect among students.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as math small groups to meet students individual needs
4/5th Grade Blend Support Teacher
Edustaff-Miami Elementary
2021.09 - 2023.06
- Implemented various instructional strategies including project-based learning, inquiry-based instruction, and authentic assessment methods to engage all learners effectively.
- Increased parent involvement through consistent communication, establishing positive relationships with families.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices, incorporating new ideas into the curriculum accordingly.
- Utilized formative assessments to monitor student progress regularly, adjusting instructional strategies as needed for optimal results.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary units that connected multiple subjects, enhancing overall student understanding.
- Assisted in assisting lead teachers with extracurricular events such as field trips to provide enriching experiences beyond the standard curriculum.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Supported struggling students by offering in-school tutoring
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by consistently enforcing classroom rules and expectations while fostering mutual respect among students.
Substitute Teacher CLP
Edustaff Miami Elementary
2020.09 - 2021.06
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
- Adapted teaching strategies to accommodate virtual learning environments, ensuring continuous education during remote periods.
- Fostered positive classroom environment, managing student behavior and promoting respect.
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Precious Preschoolers
2014.09 - 2016.06
- Maintained tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Assisted with school field trips and special events by collecting permission slips and payments.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
Substitute Teacher
Merritt Academy
2007.09 - 2009.06
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Adapted quickly to different classroom settings and teaching assignments, demonstrating flexibility and resourcefulness.
- Provided substitute teaching services across multiple grade levels and subjects, maintaining educational continuity in absence of regular teachers.
- Developed and executed lesson plans to cover required curriculum effectively.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT12.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Rochester University
Rochester, MI12.2007
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Macomb Community College
Warren, MI12.2002
Skills
- Patience and Empathy
- Collaborative learning
- Teaching strategies
- Classroom Management and Organization
- Differentiated Instruction
- Relationship Building & Teamwork with students, parents and coworkers
- Differentiated Teaching
- IEP familiarity
- Data-driven decision-making
Certification
- Shifting Our Miundset with Behavior Mindset Training - September 2023
- ATI Family Relationships, Growth and Development Training - June 2015
Timeline
Private Home Tutor
2nd Grade Student
2024.06 - Current
3/4th Grade Long-Term Blend Support Teacher
Edustaff-Fox Elementary
2023.09 - 2024.06
4/5th Grade Blend Support Teacher
Edustaff-Miami Elementary
2021.09 - 2023.06
Substitute Teacher CLP
Edustaff Miami Elementary
2020.09 - 2021.06
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Precious Preschoolers
2014.09 - 2016.06
Substitute Teacher
Merritt Academy
2007.09 - 2009.06
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Rochester University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Macomb Community College
- Shifting Our Miundset with Behavior Mindset Training - September 2023
- ATI Family Relationships, Growth and Development Training - June 2015
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