Melissa Forsyth
Fort Lewis,WA
Summary
Energetic Teacher is enthusiastic about promoting learning with hands-on activities, class lesson plans, and individualized support. Polished in monitoring students while enforcing classroom and school rules. Respectful and friendly collaborator commended for encouraging understanding and acceptance of differences. Hardworking Substitute Teacher with skills to step into any classroom environment and support student needs with excellent discussion management, lecturing, and mentoring abilities. Knowledgeable about special intervention plans, recordkeeping requirements, and strategies for maintaining classroom discipline. Grades papers and homework and records grades for lead teacher. Motivated professional offering a bachelor's Degree in Science in the area of Special Education. Adds value to any organization in need of great collaboration, interpersonal, and multitasking abilities. Meets tight deadlines.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Substitute Teacher
Cloverpark School District
Lakewood , WA
09.2023 - Current
- Organized classroom activities to ensure student safety, learning and engagement.
- Remained up-to-date with emergency procedures to keep students and staff safe in emergency events.
- Showed Powerpoint Presentations, videos and interactive websites to aid students with comprehension.
- Enforced rules, regulations and expectations within the classroom setting.
- Integrated technology into the lessons whenever possible to enhance student understanding.
- Organized classroom activities, games and tasks to enhance interactive learning experience.
- Maintained student attendance and assignment records to prevent lapses during teacher absences.
- Graded tests and assignments using head teacher's grading guidelines.
- Provided support to faculty members in their daily tasks and duties.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Led or moderated classroom discussions and guided exploratory thought.
- Managed high school classrooms during teacher absences.
- Engaged students in discussions to promote interest and drive learning.
- Supervised students during recess, break times and dismissal periods to prevent injuries and fights.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Tutored students individually and in small groups to help with difficult subjects.
- Created supplemental material for use in the classroom when necessary.
- Motivated students through positive reinforcement techniques such as rewards or recognition.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences as needed.
- Left notes for head teacher about notable students, events and problems.
- Encouraged active participation from all students while fostering a positive learning environment.
- Utilized a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, hands-on activities.
- Communicated with head teacher to execute priorities for school day and ongoing lesson plans.
- Assisted struggling students with classroom assignments with one-on-one tutoring.
- Monitored appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities.
- Maintained classroom order and enforced school and class rules.
- Operated computers or audio-visual aids to supplement class presentations.
- Prepared, administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance and grades of students.
- Took attendance and maintained attendance records during period as substitute.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
- Maintained rules of conduct that encouraged self-discipline and responsibility.
1:1 Paraeducator
Rainier Elementary
Fort Lewis , WA
09.2022 - 11.2023
- Managed distracting or inappropriate classroom behavior by correcting inappropriate behavior.
- Distributed tests and collected homework assignments after completion.
- Planned and supervised games and other recreational activities for students.
- Helped teachers manage classroom and workload by helping with managing behavior and classroom task.
- Supervised and monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, school yards, and other areas.
- Assisted in preparing lesson materials and bulletin board displays.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through reinforcement of expectations established by the school district or classroom teacher.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Assisted teachers in preparing materials for lessons and activities.
- Supported instructional aides in providing assistance to teachers during class time.
- Served as classroom aide to teachers and worked one-on-one with special need student age 6.
- Implemented strategies designed to help increase independence among special needs students when completing assignments or activities independently.
- Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to foster learning.
- Graded assignments and tests and documented results into filing systems.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
Special Education Resource Paraprofessional
Rainier Elementary
Fort Lewis , WA
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Motivated students using feedback and encouragement.
- Instructed small groups of students in alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
- Actively participated in team meetings focused on developing new strategies for helping struggling learners succeed academically.
- Observed classrooms regularly in order to provide feedback on implementation of instructional strategies used by teachers.
- Communicated affirmatively and promoted positive attitudes with every student.
- Reviewed and reported on IEP progress.
- Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.
- Supported classroom teachers with administrative tasks such as record keeping, filing paperwork and data entry.
- Served as an advocate for special needs students within the school community by educating faculty members about disability awareness.
- Monitored students during recess periods, lunchtime activities and field trips to ensure safety protocols were followed.
- Provided supplemental supervision in classrooms, schoolyards, and cafeterias.
- Escorted students to restroom cafeteria, outside to playground and on field trips.
- Provided instruction to small groups or individual students on a variety of topics including literacy, numeracy, life skills and social and emotional development.
- Helped maintain a safe learning environment by monitoring hallways and playgrounds during recess times.
- Improved behavior with modification and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Prepared handouts, study materials and other teaching aids.
- Supervised test taking and graded papers.
- Assisted neurodiverse students with classwork and activity preparation.
- Assisted classroom teachers by reinforcing lessons and providing additional support for students with disabilities.
- Assisted in the creation of visual supports such as picture schedules to help reinforce positive behaviors.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA08-2023
Associate of Arts -
Hopkinsville Community College
Hopkinsville, KY08-2016
High School Diploma -
St. Augustine High School
Saint Augustine, FL05-2002
Skills
- Student Engagement
- Positive Reinforcement
- Organization
- Cultural Awareness
- Parent Communication
- Classroom Management
- Special Education
- Elementary Education
- Safety Awareness
- Differentiated Instruction
- IEP Understanding
- Behavior Management
Affiliations
- Swimming
- Outdoors
- Crafts
- Spend time with family
Languages
American Sign Language
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Emergency Substitute Teacher
Cloverpark School District
09.2023 - Current
Special Education Resource Paraprofessional
Rainier Elementary
11.2022 - 06.2023
1:1 Paraeducator
Rainier Elementary
09.2022 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Science -
Old Dominion University
Associate of Arts -
Hopkinsville Community College
High School Diploma -
St. Augustine High School
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