Melissa Dunaway
Longwood,FL
Summary
Accomplished Science Teacher with expertise in Gifted Educational plan writing, classroom management, and technology integration. Proven ability to enhance student engagement and facilitate faculty collaboration.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Science Teacher
Seminole County Public Schools
Longwood, FL
08.1997 - Current
- Monitored Gifted Student progress
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards and curriculum objectives.
- Utilized innovative teaching methods to enhance student understanding of scientific concepts.
- Implemented assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adapt instructional strategies accordingly.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and effective teaching practices.
- Designed curriculum aligned with state standards, ensuring relevance and rigor in science education for middle school students.
- Organized field trips related to the curriculum content, offering students firsthand exposure to scientific processes at work outside the classroom setting.
- Worked in team-based environment with junior teachers, specialists and administrators to provide best education for students of all skill levels.
- State Science Fair Committee for last 20 years
- Machine Masters Coach for last 3 years
Education
Master of Science - Education
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL08-1994
Bachelor of Science - Plant Science
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL05-1988
Skills
- Gifted Educational plan writing
- Peer Access
- Gifted student monitoring
- Faculty collaboration and support
- Inquiry-based learning
- Technology integration
- Classroom management
Timeline
Science Teacher
Seminole County Public Schools
08.1997 - Current
Master of Science - Education
University of Central Florida
Bachelor of Science - Plant Science
University of Florida