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MELISSA A. BAILEY

White House,TN

Summary

Driven and knowledgeable educator with background in a wide variety of Scientific Disciplines. Utilizes technology to develop innovative lesson plans that demonstrate a depth of knowledge to aid students in making real world connections.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

High School Biology Teacher

Robertson County Schools
08.2023 - Current
  • Improved student understanding by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lessons in a High School Biology classroom.
  • Established a positive classroom atmosphere that fostered respect among students and encouraged open dialogue about challenging concepts.
  • Used a wide variety of digital instruction and curriculum design to increase student growth rates in standardized tests such as the Tennessee End of Course Test and ACT.
  • Created lessons that are easily accessible to a wide variety of learners.
  • Developed a Human Anatomy and Physiology course geared to students pursuing a medical pathway.


High School Science Teacher

Sumner County Schools
08.2021 - 05.2023
  • Instructed Standards, Honors, and Inclusion Physical Science as well as Environmental Science incorporating the use of technology, hands on activities, and a wide variety of activities aimed at differentiated learners.
  • Created and Sponsored the Life Environmental Club.
  • Served on the Graduation Committee.
  • Designed and Implemented an applied Physics course and an ACT Prep Course.
  • Instructed Ninth grade Physical Science and Earth Science.
  • Used a wide variety of teaching methods to reach all learners.
  • Worked in PLC groups to develop standardized lab manuals.

Middle School Science Teacher

Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools
08.2020 - 05.2021
  • Remotely Instructed and Developed curriculum for seventh grade students in Science and Social Studies using online platforms.
  • Conducted STEAM classes in a Summer Program Setting.


High School Biology Teacher

Hamilton County Schools
01.2019 - 05.2020
  • Instructed ninth grade students in Environmental Science and Tenth grade students in Biology
  • Used a wide variety of teaching methods to instruct an all ELL sheltered Biology course.
  • Participated in two Future Ready Institutes: Erlanger Health Care as well as Architecture and Construction.
  • Served as a member of the Tier 2 behavior intervention team and school incentives committee.
  • Utilized technology such as Canvas, Google Classroom, and PowerSchool.
  • Analyzed data as part of Biology and Environmental Science Professional Learning Communities
  • Participated in both a virtual and in person setting.
  • Instructed ninth grade students in Physical Science.
  • Mentored a Project Inspire Teacher.
  • Modeled multiple skills including planning, reading and writing strategies, and cooperative learning skills.
  • Utilized Google Classroom and PowerSchool in a one to one environment.

High School Science Teacher

The Chattanooga Christian School
01.2013 - 01.2017
  • Instructed twelfth grade students in Earth Science and Environmental Science.
  • Developed laboratory modules and group projects that exposed students to current research, higher level thinking skills and analysis, collaborative work, reading and writing across the curriculum.
  • Experience with: The Learning Management System Moodle
  • Lesson Planning and Grading applications such as Ren Web, Star Portal, and PowerSchool
  • Atlas Curriculum Mapping
  • Presentation tools which include Microsoft PowerPoint, and Google Drive
  • Computer applications which include Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Realigned course curriculum to meet state and national standards
  • Leader of the student Missions Club
  • Major projects included The Salvation Army Angel Tree, and preparing meals at The Ronald McDonald House

High School Science Teacher

E.B. Wilson High School
01.2002 - 01.2012
  • Taught classes in Biology, Earth Science, Physical Science, and Environmental Science.
  • Instructed Adult Sudanese Men and American students in a non-traditional setting.
  • Utilized a variety of teaching methods in multicultural classroom in preparation for the Biology End of Course Exam.
  • Identified students individual learning needs.
  • Developed courses of action once students’ needs were identified.
  • Assessed student progress and achievement.
  • Served as a member of the Sumner County textbook adoption committee for Science.
  • Participated in the SACS accreditation committee.
  • Conducted weekend ESL classes for Sudanese women not enrolled in the school system.

Education

Master of Science - Secondary Science Education

Auburn University
Auburn, AL
05-2002

Bachelor of Arts - Biology

North Central College
Naperville, IL
06-1999

Skills

  • Biology content knowledge
  • Lesson planning
  • Collaborative learning
  • Curriculum design
  • Curriculum development
  • Technology implementation
  • Classroom facilitation
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Student needs assessment
  • Inquiry-based learning

Certification

Professional TN Biology License grades 7-12.

Endorsement: 415.

License Number: 000197906

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

High School Biology Teacher

Robertson County Schools
08.2023 - Current

High School Science Teacher

Sumner County Schools
08.2021 - 05.2023

Middle School Science Teacher

Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools
08.2020 - 05.2021

High School Biology Teacher

Hamilton County Schools
01.2019 - 05.2020

High School Science Teacher

The Chattanooga Christian School
01.2013 - 01.2017

High School Science Teacher

E.B. Wilson High School
01.2002 - 01.2012

Professional TN Biology License grades 7-12.

Endorsement: 415.

License Number: 000197906

Master of Science - Secondary Science Education

Auburn University

Bachelor of Arts - Biology

North Central College
MELISSA A. BAILEY