Melissa-Kelli Matas
New Oxford,PA
Summary
Motivated Elementary School Teacher with experience guiding students with proven teaching methods and positive interactions. Enthusiastic about helping students understand subject materials and educating on social and general learning skills. Kind and caring attitude when communicating with children.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Oxford Central School
Oxford , NJ
09.2019 - Current
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level
- Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
Paraprofessional
Oxford Central School
Oxford , NJ
09.2018 - 06.2019
- Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods
- Provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons.
Supplemental Instructor
Catapult Learning
Paterson , NJ.
01.2013 - 06.2015
- Delivered academic assistance to students and study aids to improve course material comprehension
- Led group sessions to reinforce concepts and applications of course content
- Implemented group facilitation and learning strategies to enhance learning during SI sessions
- Followed SI instructions, procedures and policies set by academic success center SI program
- Participated in workshops and trainings to improve skills and learn new methods for classroom instruction
- Managed and organized class records and reports.
Physical Education Teacher
St Brendan School and Sacred Heart School
Clifton , N.J.
09.2008 - 06.2010
- Taught students about concepts regarding fitness, health and well-being
- Instructed students in classroom settings on specific exercises, team sports concept and overall safety to avoid injuries
- Kept school equipment, gyms and fields in good working order
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels
- Created and directed [Field Day] sports programs and other special events.
Student Teacher
Montclair Board of Education, Nishuane Elementary School
Montclair , N.J.
09.2007 - 05.2008
- Taught 2nd grade students in all subject areas
- Planned and implemented lessons utilized in the classroom
- Observed educators teaching various lessons, interacting with students and managing classrooms to gain insight and understanding of duties and responsibilities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Family and Child Studies; Elementary
Montclair State University
05.2008
A.S.S. Degree - Exercise Science and Wellness
Bergen County Community College
05.2004
Skills
- Safety awareness
- Elementary education
- Relationship building
- Activity Planning
- Curriculum selection
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom management
- Organizational skills
- Group and individual instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Time management
- Problem-solving skills
- Student records management
Additional Information
- Honors and Accomplishments: Graduated Cum Laude and Dean's List
Certification
- Certified Elementary Education Teacher K-5
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Oxford Central School
09.2019 - Current
Paraprofessional
Oxford Central School
09.2018 - 06.2019
Supplemental Instructor
Catapult Learning
01.2013 - 06.2015
Physical Education Teacher
St Brendan School and Sacred Heart School
09.2008 - 06.2010
Student Teacher
Montclair Board of Education, Nishuane Elementary School
09.2007 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Family and Child Studies; Elementary
Montclair State University
A.S.S. Degree - Exercise Science and Wellness
Bergen County Community College
- Certified Elementary Education Teacher K-5
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