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Melba Wills

Bowie,MD

Summary

25+ years' experience in classroom teaching and curriculum development.

Language professional prepared to deliver high-quality education and foster supportive learning environment. Proven ability to design engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning needs. Known for strong team collaboration and flexibility to adapt to evolving educational requirements. Proficient in classroom management and student assessment.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

K-8th Grade Spanish Teacher

Grace Christian School
08.2020 - Current
  • Classroom instruction and curriculum development for 320 students.

Third Grade Teacher

Cornerstone Christian Academy
08.2017 - 07.2020
  • Assessed student understanding regularly using various formative assessment techniques, adjusting instruction accordingly for optimal results.

Preschool Teacher

Open Arms Christian CDC
02.2017 - 06.2018
  • Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.

Preschool Teacher

Kiddie Academy
03.2016 - 01.2017
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.

Preschool Teacher

The Goddard School
08.2014 - 02.2016
  • Strengthened communication skills among preschoolers through daily dialogue practice during circle time sessions.

English Teacher

National Agrarian Nicaraguan School
01.2011 - 04.2013
  • Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.

K-12 Teacher

Nicaragua Ministry of Education
02.1995 - 12.2010
  • Contributed to school-wide initiatives such as curriculum development committees or after-school programs to enhance the overall educational experience for all students.

Education

Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership And Management

Pensacola Christian College
Pensacola, FL
12.2027

Master of Arts - Education, Bilingual Education

Ana G. Mendez University
Wheaton, MD
12-2019

Bachelor of Science - Humanities, Education Sciences

National Autonomous University
Leon, Nicaragua
12-2009

Skills

  • ELL specialist, bilingual English/Spanish
  • Developing age-appropriate curriculum for students Pre-K - 12th grade
  • Creating lesson plans and daily classroom teaching
  • Experience in using and customizing a wide variety of media types
  • Native Spanish speaker
  • Adaptability to change

Accomplishments

  • Excellence in Education Award, 2021 (City of Bowie, MD)
  • 12+ MD Dept. of Education certificates, including Special Needs (ADA), Preschool Director/Administrator, SIDS, and Developmental Screening
  • Member of School Board, Grace Christian School
  • Member of PTA, Grace Christian School
  • Collaborated with team of 7 professionals in the development of an academy for learning English and math

Certification

  • School Principal, Association of Christian Schools International - 2/2025-02/2027
  • Secondary School Teacher (English Language Arts Teacher- English as a Second Language Teacher- Spanish Teacher), Association of Christian Schools International - 3/2025-03/2027
  • Secondary Teacher Professional Certificate in English, American Association of Christian Schools - 8/2020-8/2025


Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

K-8th Grade Spanish Teacher

Grace Christian School
08.2020 - Current

Third Grade Teacher

Cornerstone Christian Academy
08.2017 - 07.2020

Preschool Teacher

Open Arms Christian CDC
02.2017 - 06.2018

Preschool Teacher

Kiddie Academy
03.2016 - 01.2017

Preschool Teacher

The Goddard School
08.2014 - 02.2016

English Teacher

National Agrarian Nicaraguan School
01.2011 - 04.2013

K-12 Teacher

Nicaragua Ministry of Education
02.1995 - 12.2010

Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership And Management

Pensacola Christian College

Master of Arts - Education, Bilingual Education

Ana G. Mendez University

Bachelor of Science - Humanities, Education Sciences

National Autonomous University

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