Melissa Consolazio
Wake Forest
Summary
Dedicated and passionate educator with 5 years of experience using Direct Instruction. Assessed students’ performance and used data to modify instruction accurately to meet the diverse needs of learners. Committed to providing a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment where students thrive academically, socially, emotionally and develop a love of learning.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Second Grade Teacher
Youngsville Academy
Youngsville, NC, USA
04.2019 - 06.2025
- Delivered engaging, standards-aligned lessons using the Direct Instruction model.
- Implemented sequential lessons using clear modeling, guided practice, and independent application.
- Adapted instruction through small groups to support struggling learners and provide enrichment for advanced students through differentiated strategies.
- Fostered a respectful and inclusive classroom community through positive reinforcement and indirect discipline, as well as consistent expectations.
- Assessed student performance regularly and used assessment data to modify instruction and provide targeted support.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians to ensure student growth and success.
- Collaborated with colleagues and support staff to implement accommodation for students success.
- Skills: Direct Instruction, Differentiation & Small Group Instruction, Data analysis and performance tracking, Positive Classroom Management, Formative & Summative Assessment, Parent Communication & Partnership, Collaborative Teamwork Skills
Elementary Substitute Teacher
Wake County Public Schools
Raleigh, NC
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Facilitated engaging lesson plans to support diverse learning needs and adapt to various classroom environments.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain a positive and productive learning atmosphere.
- Collaborated with regular teachers to ensure continuity of instruction during planned and unplanned absences.
Education
Bachelor - General education
Elizabeth City State University
Elizabeth City, NC01-2025
Skills
- Direct Instruction
- Differentiation & Small Group Instruction
- Data analysis and performance tracking
- Positive Classroom Management
- Formative & Summative Assessment
- Parent Communication & Partnership
- Collaborative Teamwork Skills
- Student motivation
- Formative assessment
- Individualized learning plans
- Problem-solving skills
Certification
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies, General education, Elizabeth City State University, Elizabeth City, NC
Timeline
Second Grade Teacher
Youngsville Academy
04.2019 - 06.2025
Elementary Substitute Teacher
Wake County Public Schools
02.2019 - 03.2020
Bachelor - General education
Elizabeth City State University