MELISA BLACK
Houston,TX
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong background in child development and education, seeking a position in curriculum design at the Houston Independent School District. Bringing expertise in curriculum development, instructional design, classroom management, and technology integration to facilitate student engagement and enhance learning outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Houston Independent School District, HISD
Houston, TX
08.2023 - Current
- Support the implementation of curriculum plans, including preparing materials and organizing resources.
- Facilitate student engagement and foster a supportive classroom culture.
- Assess student progress, providing feedback, and documenting observations to support student learning
Instructional Leader
Uncommon Schools
Newark, N.J.
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Collaborated with leadership to develop standardized policies and protocols for optimizing resources.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate progress and developed action plans.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to improve teaching practices and increase student achievement.
Teacher
Uncommon Schools
Newark, N.J.
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Observed and evaluated student performance and behavior.
- Enhanced learning through various instructional approaches and innovative activities.
- Revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate student-centered learning.
Instructional 1:1 Aide
Hoboken Charter School
Hoboken, N.J.
08.2017 - 01.2019
- Assisted in the educational and social development of students.
- Implemented Individualized Education Programs and maintained student records.
- Supported students with emotional or behavioral concerns and developed appropriate social skills.
Teacher Aide
Youth Consultation Services
Kearny, N.J.
11.2016 - 08.2017
- Supported students with Autism using Applied Behavior Analysis.
- Adapted classroom activities and assignments to reinforce objectives.
- Communicated with supervising staff to evaluate progress and collected data for behavioral and academic tracking.
Education
BACHELOR OF ARTS - ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
Saint Peter’s University
05.2019
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS - ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
Essex County College
05.2015
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Instructional Design
- Classroom Management
- Technology Integration
- Subject Matter Expertise
- Project Management
- Professional Development
- Data Analysis
- Relationship Management
Affiliations
Kappa Delta Pi, International Honor Society in Education, 2016
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teacher
Houston Independent School District, HISD
08.2023 - Current
Instructional Leader
Uncommon Schools
01.2021 - 01.2023
Teacher
Uncommon Schools
01.2019 - 01.2023
Instructional 1:1 Aide
Hoboken Charter School
08.2017 - 01.2019
Teacher Aide
Youth Consultation Services
11.2016 - 08.2017
BACHELOR OF ARTS - ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
Saint Peter’s University
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS - ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
Essex County College
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