Melissa Dunn
Byron Center,MI
Summary
Experienced professional committed to providing students with tools and resources to succeed academically. Highly organized and detail-oriented with passion for helping children reach academic goals.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Title 1 Reading Aide
Wayland Union Schools
08.2018 - Current
- Provide reading and math instruction to groups of students and one-on-one interventions as needed.
- Foster a safe and positive learning environment in utilizing Capturing Kids' Hearts curriculum.
Reading Tutor
Streams
01.2015 - Current
- Plan and implement lessons in reading and math to a diverse group of at-risk students after school and during the summer months.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Byron Center Public Schools
08.2013 - 02.2018
- Encouraged preschool students to develop their language skills, and supported an autistic student throughout the school day.
Teacher Trainer
Byron Center Public Schools
10.2000 - 04.2008
- Provided phonics instruction in-services to teachers within the district.
Teacher
Byron Center Public Schools
08.1994 - 06.2001
- Developed positive rapport with second grade students and fostered a classroom environment conductive to learning.
Education
Master of Arts - Reading
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI12.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Hope College
Holland, MI12.1992
Skills
- Reading Instruction
- Oral Communication
- Lesson Planning and Preparation
- Small Group Support and Assistance
- Progress Reporting
- Positive Reinforcement
- Classroom Management
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
Timeline
Title 1 Reading Aide
Wayland Union Schools
08.2018 - Current
Reading Tutor
Streams
01.2015 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Byron Center Public Schools
08.2013 - 02.2018
Teacher Trainer
Byron Center Public Schools
10.2000 - 04.2008
Teacher
Byron Center Public Schools
08.1994 - 06.2001
Master of Arts - Reading
Western Michigan University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Hope College
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