Melissa Blanchard
Palmdale,CA
Summary
As a motivated, Lancaster School District educator, eager to seek admission to the Masters in Educational Leadership/ Preliminary Administrative Credential program at California Lutheran University. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing and implementing multiple site priorities with a positive attitude. Experience in increasing the capacity of classroom teachers in the effective use of the Lancaster School District's instructional programs. Work regularly with site admin and the directors of Curriculum and Instruction and Assessment to implement relevant training in research based instructional practices, including standards based instruction, Teacher Clarity and 21st century teaching and learning.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Coach
Lancaster School District
07.2019 - Current
- Enhanced teacher collaboration by organizing and leading professional development sessions.
- Facilitated virtual, in-person and blended learning sessions.
- Reviewed formative and summative data and information from diagnostic tests to accurately assess students.
- Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in performance and develop targeted learning solutions.
- Elevated instructional quality by conducting regular classroom observations and providing specific feedback for improvement.
- Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs, and identified research-based instructional strategies.
- Supported curriculum development efforts, aligning instructional materials with state standards and district goals.
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Fostered positive learning environment by modeling best practices in teaching and classroom management.
- Championed adoption of research-based instructional strategies, resulting in more effective teaching practices and increased student achievement.
- Planned and implemented lessons utilizing variety of teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques for diverse learner needs, ensuring equitable access to educational opportunities for all students.
- Promoted data-driven instruction by assisting teachers in analysis of student performance data.
- Served as mentor to new teachers, offering guidance on lesson planning, assessment design, and classroom organization.
- Improved classroom management practices through targeted coaching sessions and constructive feedback.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with students, colleagues and administrators.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Classroom Teacher
Lancaster School District
08.1993 - 06.2019
- Established and communicated clear learning intentions and success criteria to help students grasp grade level standards through Balanced Lesson Design.
- Utilized data to to evaluate student progress and guide instruction in multi tiered instruction (MTSS).
- Guided PLC's as grade level lead teacher to track student progress/outcomes by using data driven formative assessments, and pre/post assessments developed by grade level team.
- Employed Capturing Kids Hearts (CKH) techniques to encourage student/teacher relationship building and build inclusive classroom community.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on equity and growth, fostering both social emotional learning and academic development through use of Growth Mindset and district approved Second Step curriculum. Curriculum.
- Built positive relationships with parents/guardians to involve families in educational process.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Offered after-school tutoring sessions to provide additional support for struggling students.
Education
Multiple Subject- California Clear Credential - Education
Chapman University
Orange, CA1993
Bachelor of Arts - History/Sociology
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ1991
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Decision making
- Data driven instruction
- Training teachers in instructional best practices
- Interdisciplinary teaching
- Small group/differentiated instruction
- Ability to actively listen
- Interpersonal communication
- Time management
- Technology integration
- Building rapport and trust with adult learners
- Leading implementation of Teacher Clarity (Year 3) at current site
- Flexible and adaptable
- Committed to continuous improvement
Timeline
Instructional Coach
Lancaster School District
07.2019 - Current
Classroom Teacher
Lancaster School District
08.1993 - 06.2019
Multiple Subject- California Clear Credential - Education
Chapman University
Bachelor of Arts - History/Sociology
University of Arizona
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