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Melanie Whitesides

Las Vegas

Summary

I'm hoping you will notice that I have been a Dynamic and dedicated Elementary Teacher with a proven track record at Elko County School District, excelling in differentiated instruction and relationship building. Successfully increased student achievement through tailored lesson planning and effective classroom management, fostering a positive learning environment and strong parent-teacher communication. Committed to continuous improvement and student success.

Due to unforseen circumstances I'm not longer looking to teach but all the skills that go into being a successful teacher are what makes a good employee in ANY setting and I firmly believe you understand this.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Elementary Teacher

Elko County School District
08.2018 - 10.2021
  • Responsible for ongoing teacher training and support in an isolated area in a Native American reservation.
  • Liaison between the school and the district.
  • 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.
  • Implemented creative classroom management techniques to maintain an orderly and focused learning environment.
  • Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering strong communication between students, parents, and staff members.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments, adjusting teaching strategies as needed for improved outcomes.

Daycare Teacher

Horizon School
09.2000 - 05.2010
  • Responsible to open and close school daily.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and needs.

Elementary Teacher

Ogden City School District
08.2013 - 08.2018
  • Responsible for other teachers struggling to succeed in a low income, low achieving, and gang related school. Including observation, ongoing training and emotional support.
  • Liaison for training, observation, and representation with the district and union.
  • Increased overall student achievement by utilizing differentiated instructional methods tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments, adjusting teaching strategies as needed for improved outcomes.

Elementary Teacher

San Juan School District
08.2010 - 05.2013
  • Responsible for student teachers and visitors as needed.
  • Ongoing training and support as well as interaction with the district during our victory grant as a 'turn around ' school. My students met our goals every year I was there.
  • Remote location and isolation were a constant issue addressed daily on a Native American reservation.
  • 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.
  • Implemented creative classroom management techniques to maintain an orderly and focused learning environment.
  • Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering strong communication between students, parents, and staff members.

Assistant Secretary

Weber State University Housing
09.2008 - 05.2010
  • First year was at Mexican Hat in Halchita Utah where the last use of the school and a move to Monument Valley was ongoing for the school and the teacher housing. My first year as a teacher also included obtaining an ESL certification while teaching ESL and taking over for another teacher when she did not get along with her student teacher.
  • Taking incoming calls and notes as well as working on individual requests if professors who often came in at the last moment.
  • Staying calm and offering suggestions and help when others were not.
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Managed sensitive information with discretion, ensuring the confidentiality of company documents and communications.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects by effectively prioritizing tasks and coordinating resources.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.

Education

Elementary Education - Fine Arts And Language Arts

Weber State University
Ogden, UT
05.2010

English With A Technical Writing Emphasis - Technical Writing

Weber State University
Ogden, UT
05.2002

Skills

  • Differentiated instruction
  • Relationship building
  • Lesson planning
  • Team collaboration
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Classroom management
  • Technology integration
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Classroom organization
  • Growth mindset

Accomplishments

Teacher of the year at T.O. Smith elementary School.

Timeline

Elementary Teacher

Elko County School District
08.2018 - 10.2021

Elementary Teacher

Ogden City School District
08.2013 - 08.2018

Elementary Teacher

San Juan School District
08.2010 - 05.2013

Assistant Secretary

Weber State University Housing
09.2008 - 05.2010

Daycare Teacher

Horizon School
09.2000 - 05.2010

Elementary Education - Fine Arts And Language Arts

Weber State University

English With A Technical Writing Emphasis - Technical Writing

Weber State University

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