MELANIE RIGGS
Kingwood,TX
Summary
Educator with over 30 years of experience and a deep passion for educating children. Proven expertise in coaching and mentoring teachers, curriculum design, and delivering high-quality instruction across all subject areas. Strengths include strong content knowledge, clear communication, organization, creativity, flexibility, and the ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learner needs. Committed to fostering engaging learning environments and supporting continuous growth for both students and educators.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EXTENDED LEARNING TEACHER
Humble ISD - Elm Grove Elementary
01.2021 - 05.2025
- Coached teachers on curriculum differentiation for emergent bilinguals and gifted learners.
- Facilitated effective communication as program liaison between stakeholders.
- Analyzed data to oversee and coordinate campus-wide testing initiatives.
INSTRUCTIONAL COACH
Humble ISD - Elm Grove Elementary
01.2015 - 01.2021
- Developed and implemented professional development programs for campus and district personnel.
- Coordinated testing activities across campus to ensure compliance and efficiency.
- Provided active coaching and collaboration support to enhance teacher effectiveness.
TEACHER GRADES 3-5 ALL SUBJECT AREAS
Humble ISD
01.2000 - 01.2015
- Deliver relevant instruction to build student knowledge.
- Build on learner strengths to create a culture of growth.
- Create a challenging learning environment for all students.
Education
MASTER OF EDUCATION - EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP
Lamar University
Beaumont, Texas01.2015
BACHELOR OF ARTS - SOCIOLOGY
University of Texas At Tyler
Tyler, TX01.1988
Skills
- Curriculum design expertise
- Content knowledge
- Effective communication
- Organizational skills
- Creative problem solving
- Flexible strategies
- Strategic thinking
- Coaching and mentoring
Websites
Certification
- Principal Certification, EC-12
- ESL Certification, EC-4
- Elementary Certification, K-8
Timeline
EXTENDED LEARNING TEACHER
Humble ISD - Elm Grove Elementary
01.2021 - 05.2025
INSTRUCTIONAL COACH
Humble ISD - Elm Grove Elementary
01.2015 - 01.2021
TEACHER GRADES 3-5 ALL SUBJECT AREAS
Humble ISD
01.2000 - 01.2015
MASTER OF EDUCATION - EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP
Lamar University
BACHELOR OF ARTS - SOCIOLOGY
University of Texas At Tyler