Melissa Alderman
Rome OH,OH
Summary
Accomplished teaching professional with solid leadership approach and passion for student learning. Implements successful and diverse lessons to enhance instruction and engage student interest. Organized problem-solver skilled at approaching educational issues and devising forward-thinking resolutions to promote student advancement.
Experienced with creating inclusive and dynamic lesson plans that engage students. Utilizes effective classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment. Track record of developing strong relationships with students and colleagues to enhance educational outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher
HeadStart
01.2023 - 06.2025
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly, leading to improved outcomes.
- Designed and executed project-based learning experiences, promoting teamwork, problem-solving skills, and real-world connections for students.
Assistant Teacher
Spectrum
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Created visually appealing bulletin boards that showcased student work and reinforced key concepts from lessons.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Supported lead teacher in organizing field trips, enhancing real-world connections to classroom content for increased understanding.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
Paraprofessional
Geneva Schools
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Assisted teachers in the development of engaging lesson materials aligned with curriculum standards for various subject areas.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Bryant & Stratton College
NY08-2025
High School Diploma -
Geneva High School
Geneva, OH06-2003
Skills
- Safety awareness
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Student mentoring
- Emotional support
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
Accomplishments
- Student Progress Conferences - Conducted conferences with parents, administrators, testing specialists and social workers to discuss educational plans designed to promote students' educational/social development.
Certification
- CDA License - (Preschool)
Timeline
Lead Teacher
HeadStart
01.2023 - 06.2025
Assistant Teacher
Spectrum
08.2022 - 01.2023
Paraprofessional
Geneva Schools
08.2022 - 01.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Bryant & Stratton College
High School Diploma -
Geneva High School
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