Melissa La Plant
Henderson,NV
Summary
∙ Above all, I am always professional.
∙ I love working collaboratively and can get along with anyone.
∙ Self-reflection on my practice is a tool that helps me to grow as an educator. ∙ I am a very patient person that does not easily frustrate.
∙ I enjoy challenges and jump for new opportunities.
∙ Technology use is not a problem and I incorporate 21st century skills into my daily practice.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Clark County School District: Lewis E Rowe Elementary
08.2019 - Current
- I was a 3rd grade teacher for one year, a 4th grade teacher for one year, and I have currently been teaching 5th grade for the last four years.
Teacher
Clark County School District: Tomiyasu Elementary
09.2016 - Current
- Student taught in Kindergarten at Goldfarb Elementary.
- 4th grade teacher at Tomiyasu Elementary for one year.
Teacher
Clark County School District: Hinman Elementary
08.2017 - 05.2019
- I was a 3rd grade teacher for one year and a 4th grade teacher for 2 years at Hinman Elementary school.
Research Assistant
The Optimum Performance Program
Las Vegas, NV
03.2015 - 05.2016
- Help graduate students conduct research in the mental health of athletes and how to improve their performance in life at UNLV.
- Collect data, enter the data, and then analyze the results.
- Attend professional conferences for dissemination purposes.
- Conduct class presentations.
- Perform clinical tasks in the field of psychology.
Manager/Customer Service Professional
Everi
Las Vegas, NV
01.2015 - 10.2015
- Processed credit card authorizations and cash advances, answered any complaints from customers, and set-up credit limits for customers at the casino.
Customer Service Professional
GCA
Henderson, NV
10.2011 - 08.2013
- Processed credit card authorizations and cash advances, answered any complaints from customers, and set-up credit limits for customers at the casino.
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Education
National University
La Jolla, CA09-2019
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Nevada State College
Henderson05-2014
Skills
- AVID Elementary certified in 2020
- Kagan Training completed
- ReadyGen Training completed
- Sanford Harmony Training completed
- Lettrs Unit 1-4 Training completed
- HMH Into Reading Training Completed
- IXL Training Completed
- Amplify Science Training Completed
- FOSS Training Completed
References
- Jeff Schaber: Principal at Lewis E Rowe
Email: schabj@nv.ccsd.net
Phone Number: (702) 799-5540 EXT: 4101
- Kailey Baskin: Assistant Principal at Lewis E Rowe
Email: einink@nv.ccsd.net
Phone Number: (702) 799-5540 EXT: 4201
- Paula Laub: Instructional Strategist at Lewis E Rowe
Email: laubpd@nv.ccsd.net
Personal Number: 702-290-3937
Timeline
Teacher
Clark County School District: Lewis E Rowe Elementary
08.2019 - Current
Teacher
Clark County School District: Hinman Elementary
08.2017 - 05.2019
Teacher
Clark County School District: Tomiyasu Elementary
09.2016 - Current
Research Assistant
The Optimum Performance Program
03.2015 - 05.2016
Manager/Customer Service Professional
Everi
01.2015 - 10.2015
Customer Service Professional
GCA
10.2011 - 08.2013
Master of Science - Elementary Education
National University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Nevada State College