Melissa Hyer
Columbus,OH
Summary
Dedicated educator with a track record of fostering academic growth and emotional well-being in 1st and 2nd-grade students at Columbus City Schools. Excelled in creating engaging, hands-on learning experiences, enhancing literacy development, and promoting cooperative learning. Skilled in differentiated small group instruction, and classroom management, significantly improving student participation and performance.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
1st and 2nd Grade Teacher
Columbus City Schools
08.2008 - 05.2022
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one and small group support for students enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Incorporated hands-on learning opportunities such as lab experiments, math lessons with manipulatives and interactive games for deeper engagement with course material.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering mutual respect among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, align curriculum goals, and ensure consistency across grade levels.
- Cultivated critical thinking skills by encouraging students to ask questions, analyze information, and draw conclusions.
- Differentiated instruction for diverse learners, accommodating various learning styles and individual needs.
- Developed strong parent-teacher relationships to support collaborative efforts in advancing student progress.
- Continuously adapted teaching methods based on ongoing evaluation of student performance, ensuring optimal success for all learners in both 1st and 2nd-grade classrooms.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Columbus City Schools
08.2006 - 06.2008
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Columbus City Schools
08.1993 - 06.2006
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Columbus City Schools
08.1989 - 06.1991
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Theory And Practice
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH12.1997
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
West Liberty University
West Liberty, WV05.1985
Skills
- Cooperative Learning
- Growth Mindset
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Phonics Instruction
- Assessment Strategies
- Reading Comprehension
- Literacy development
- Writing instruction
- Student Engagement
- Organizational Skills
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Relationship Building
- Group and individual instruction
- Differentiated Instruction
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Safe, Positive Learning Environment
- Patience and Persistence
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time Management
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Professionalism
- Goal Setting
Timeline
1st and 2nd Grade Teacher
Columbus City Schools
08.2008 - 05.2022
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Columbus City Schools
08.2006 - 06.2008
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Columbus City Schools
08.1993 - 06.2006
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Columbus City Schools
08.1989 - 06.1991
Master of Arts - Educational Theory And Practice
The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
West Liberty University