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, AL05-2002
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
North Central College
Naperville, IL06-1999
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
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