MELINA MATOS
Westlake,OH
Summary
Teacher passionate about helping children complete tasks and learn new concepts. Skilled at evaluating student progression and adapting lesson plans to facilitate learning and growth. Caring and compassionate with students from diverse backgrounds and with different learning styles.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Montessori Children's School
05.2022 - Current
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and outdoor learning to enhance lessons for students
- Challenged students' critical thinking skills in group and individual instruction through methods of Maria Montessori, following the child and fostering a love for learning
- Engaged in informal assessments of students to provide feedback for the lead teacher
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing and supporting lead teacher's classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop Montessori based activities and lessons
- Organized classroom and lesson materials
- Leading and organized the Parent Club for the school, assisting in school activities and parent involvement
Float Teacher
Goddard School
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Provided support for various classrooms (Infant-Kindergarten), adapting to the needs required for each room and age group
- Developed positive relationships with parents and guardians through daily communication regarding student progress.
- Demonstrated time management skills while meeting the individual needs of infants and children
- Prepared and organized materials needed for the school to function properly throughout the day.
Title I Teacher
Imagine Hill Academy
01.2015 - 10.2015
- Enhanced reading comprehension skills by implementing targeted literacy strategies in group instruction "Success Program"
- Provided extra academic support to students
- Established a positive classroom environment, fostering respectful communication among diverse student populations.
- Administered IRI testing, and analyzed and documented data for student reading comprehension and accuracy
Substitute Teacher
Bowling Green and Toledo City Schools
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior
- Adapted to various learning environments, and demonstrated flexibility while managing diverse groups of students
- Demonstrated communication skills with teachers, as well as various staff members within the buildings in order to provide proper instruction while the teacher was not present
- Assisted a child throughout the day as a one on one aide, providing the student attentive care, as well promoting independence
After School Dance Teacher
The Maritime Academy of Toledo
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Implemented creative and engaging dance routines.
- Collaborated with the administrator and other teachers to provide a program that was fitting for middle school and high school students
- Assessed students'' progress and provided constructive feedback, enabling continuous improvement in their dance abilities.
- Organized and led rehearsals
Student Teacher
Jackman Road Elementary School
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating interactive and engaging activities into lessons.
- Increased student's critical thinking skills through the implementation of group projects and problem-solving lessons
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Established positive relationships with my Mentor, as well as my supervisor while collaborating to provide engaging classroom instruction
Education
Bachelor's Degree of Science in Middle Childhood Education - Science And Language Arts
Toledo University
Toledo, Ohio01.2014
Associate of Arts Degree -
Lorain County Community College
Elyria, Ohio01.2012
High School Diploma -
Amherst Steele High School
Amherst, Ohio01.2010
Skills
- Learning Support
- Faculty Collaboration
- Co-Teaching and Co-Planning
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive Reinforcement
- Individualized Instruction
Personal
- Two Children, 6 and 8 years old
- Full time Nanny (3 children, 2-10 years old) for the Gaines Household (Bowling Green, OH), 2012, 2013
- Previous Step Up To Quality Training, 2012, 2013
- Member of the University of Toledo Rockettes Dance Team, 2012, 2013
References
- Danielle Gaines-Smith, Smith Household, (734) 915-7306
- Jodi Johns, The Maritime Academy of Toledo, (419) 721-8081
Languages
Greek
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Montessori Children's School
05.2022 - Current
Float Teacher
Goddard School
04.2021 - 08.2021
Title I Teacher
Imagine Hill Academy
01.2015 - 10.2015
Substitute Teacher
Bowling Green and Toledo City Schools
01.2014 - 01.2015
After School Dance Teacher
The Maritime Academy of Toledo
01.2014 - 01.2015
Student Teacher
Jackman Road Elementary School
01.2012 - 01.2013
Bachelor's Degree of Science in Middle Childhood Education - Science And Language Arts
Toledo University
Associate of Arts Degree -
Lorain County Community College
High School Diploma -
Amherst Steele High School
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