Melissa Batog
Franklin,WI
Summary
Dedicated and passionate professional with extensive knowledge of teaching Multilingual Learners using modern methodologies. Cultivates positive relationships with students and staff to enhance engagement and increase overall success. Outgoing and friendly with fantastic attention to detail.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Co-Coordinator Multilingual Learner Department
Franklin Public Schools
Franklin, WI
08.2022 - Current
- Offered expertise and troubleshooting assistance for software utilized across the Multilingual Learner Department.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional development by regularly attending seminars, workshops, and conventions focused on staying current with educational research and statistics.
- Facilitated the improvement of teaching methods by delivering professional development sessions, implementing instructional strategies through modeling, and providing valuable feedback to educators.
Multilingual Learner Educator
Franklin Public Schools
Franklin, WI
08.2012 - Current
- Developed curriculum, instructional materials, and lesson plans for effective classroom teaching.
- Evaluated data and utilized measurements to strategize, synchronize, and enhance student advancement.
- Adapted instructional methods to accommodate evolving school district needs.
Bilingual Resource Teacher
Racine Unified School District
Racine, WI
08.2010 - 06.2012
- Partnered with teachers to tailor instruction specifically for ELL students.
- Incorporated diverse cultures into classroom curriculum, fostering cross-cultural understanding.
- Implemented instructional strategies tailored to students' diverse learning styles.
Elementary Bilingual Teacher
Kenosha Unified School District
Kenosha, WI
08.2009 - 06.2010
- Delivered lessons and guidance to students enrolled in a 4th grade Sage Bilingual Program.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary curriculum units.
- Implemented Guided Reading Groups and Accelerated Reader for increased reading proficiency
High School ESL Teacher
Fond du Lac School District
Fond Du Lac, WI
08.2006 - 06.2009
- Developed a brand new ESL curriculum that included specialized courses in Math, Science, and Social Studies for high school students grades 9-12.
- Assisted ESL students by delivering leveled supports such as Survival Skills English and facilitating the attainment of High School English credits
Education
ESL Teaching License - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
University of Wisconsin Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI06-2006
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
Lawrence University
Appleton, WI06-2004
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Certification Courses to Masters
Alverno College
Milwaukee, WISome College (No Degree) - Elementary Certification Courses
Carthage College
Kenosha, WIMaster of Arts - Bilingual Education Certification To Masters
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
OshkoshSkills
- Organizational Skills
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Differentiated Instruction
- Faculty Collaboration
Certification
Alverno
- Teaching Certification 1777 (Regular Education) Middle Childhood-Early Adolescence
- Teaching Certification 1023 (Bilingual-Bicultural Education)
- Teaching Certification 1395 (English as a Second Language)
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Co-Coordinator Multilingual Learner Department
Franklin Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
Multilingual Learner Educator
Franklin Public Schools
08.2012 - Current
Bilingual Resource Teacher
Racine Unified School District
08.2010 - 06.2012
Elementary Bilingual Teacher
Kenosha Unified School District
08.2009 - 06.2010
High School ESL Teacher
Fond du Lac School District
08.2006 - 06.2009
ESL Teaching License - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
University of Wisconsin Milwaukee
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
Lawrence University
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Certification Courses to Masters
Alverno College
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Certification Courses
Carthage College
Master of Arts - Bilingual Education Certification To Masters
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
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