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Melissa Barit

Haleiwa,Hawaii

Summary

I am currently a student teacher with hands-on experience in classroom instruction and student engagement. I have successfully implemented lesson plans and facilitated interactive learning sessions. I have also demonstrated effective classroom management and communication skills.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Student Teacher

Haleiwa Elementary School
01.2025 - Current
  • Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
  • Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
  • Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
  • Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
  • Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
  • Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding them toward improvement while building their confidence in their abilities.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and interactive activities into lessons.
  • Incorporated real-world applications into lessons, making content relevant and relatable for students.
  • Developed and implemented tailored lesson plans to improve student understanding of complex subjects.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.

Substitute Teacher

Waimalu Elementary School
09.2021 - 08.2024
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
  • Increased student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction methods tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Provided substitute teaching services across multiple grade levels and subjects, maintaining educational continuity in absence of regular teachers.
  • Collaborated with teaching staff to share resources and strategies, enhancing overall teaching quality.
  • Improved learning outcomes with tailored instruction for diverse student needs.
  • Provided feedback to students on assignments and tests, offering constructive advice for improvement.
  • Adapted quickly to different classroom settings and teaching assignments, demonstrating flexibility and resourcefulness.
  • Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Special Education

University of Hawaii At Manoa
Honolulu, HI
05-2025

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts

Leeward Community College
Pearl City, HI
05-2021

High School Diploma -

Waialua Intermediate And High School
Waialua, HI
05-2000

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Adaptable
  • Relationship building and management
  • Student engagement
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Classroom organization
  • Lesson planning
  • Special education
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Accomplishments

  • Took all offered shifts to maintain coverage for students
  • Specialized in substituting for special education classes.
  • Managed a sped preschool classroom for 2 months as a long term sub.
  • Fall 2024 UH Manoa Dean's list
  • Spring 2024 UH Manoa Dean's List
  • Fall 2023 UH Manoa Dean's List
  • Spring 2021 Leeward CC Dean's List
  • Spring 2021 Leeward CC Graduation
  • Fall 2020 Leeward CC Dean's List

Certification

  • Substitute Teaching License - Hawaii Department of Education.

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Student Teacher

Haleiwa Elementary School
01.2025 - Current

Substitute Teacher

Waimalu Elementary School
09.2021 - 08.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Special Education

University of Hawaii At Manoa

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts

Leeward Community College

High School Diploma -

Waialua Intermediate And High School

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