Melissa Douts
Oxford,Pennsylvania
Summary
Accomplished educator with extensive experience in the Penn Manor School District, adept at technology integration and fostering social skills development. Renowned for creating inquiry-based learning environments and contributing to curriculum design, consistently enhancing student academic and social growth. Recognized for adaptability and organizational prowess, with a track record of developing individualized learning strategies and engaging educational programs.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Penn Manor School District
08.2012 - Current
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Collaborated with colleagues and designed curriculum as part of the District ELA Curriculum Writing Team
- Collaborated with colleagues to implement the Martic House School Based System
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Penn Manor School District
08.2011 - 06.2012
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
2nd Grade Elementary Teacher -Long Term Sub
Penn Manor School District
10.2010 - 06.2011
- Encouraged, secured and maintained involvement of parents in support of instruction while filling in for the main classroom teacher.
- Planned learning activities to address individual differences among students.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Day to Day Substitute
Penn Manor School District
08.2010 - 09.2010
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Teacher of the Gifted - Long Term Subsitute
Oxford Area School District
02.2010 - 06.2010
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Helped students explore their interests to develop goals for their GIEPS.
- Helped students connect to colleges for future admissions.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Wilkes University
Wilkes-barre, PA12-2013
Bachelor of Science - Dual Major in Elementary Education And Special Ed
Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Millersville, PA12-2009
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PA05-2007
Skills
- Inquiry-based learning
- Technology integration
- Classroom management
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Organizational skills
- District Curriculum writing
- Field trip planning
- Social skills development
- Individualized learning
Timeline
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Penn Manor School District
08.2012 - Current
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Penn Manor School District
08.2011 - 06.2012
2nd Grade Elementary Teacher -Long Term Sub
Penn Manor School District
10.2010 - 06.2011
Day to Day Substitute
Penn Manor School District
08.2010 - 09.2010
Teacher of the Gifted - Long Term Subsitute
Oxford Area School District
02.2010 - 06.2010
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Wilkes University
Bachelor of Science - Dual Major in Elementary Education And Special Ed
Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Harrisburg Area Community College
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