Melissa Lefebvre
Holyoke,MA
Summary
Creative Elementary Teacher develops hands-on curriculum in alignment with diverse learning styles and abilities. Flexible and resourceful with expertise adapting to changing trends and needs. Promotes intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth of students.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
5th Grade Teacher
Holyoke Public Schools
Holyoke, MA
08.2023 - Current
- Monitored student behavior both in the classroom and during field trips.
- Facilitated small group work sessions to provide individualized attention to students' needs.
- Created interactive activities that encouraged student engagement in lessons.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to ensure a safe and productive learning environment.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of all students.
- Provided support for English language learners or special education students.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Collaborated with other teachers on curriculum development projects.
- Assessed student progress by grading tests, assignments and papers.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss students' academic performance.
- Created safe, nurturing environment of trust and respect.
4th Grade Teacher
Metro Nashville Public Schools
Antioch, TN
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Prepared daily and weekly lesson plans to help students meet learning goals.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to plan and implement curriculum.
- Used technology to drive instruction and maximize student achievement.
- Identified student needs and collaborated with faculty to resolve social, cognitive or behavioral challenges.
- Cultivated and developed inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, families and staff.
- Prepared, administered and graded evaluative materials such as examinations and quizzes and created and maintained accurate student records.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Maintained positive classroom culture through behavior management techniques.
- Delivered tutoring sessions to help students grasp complex concepts in one-on-one settings.
- Ran the 4th grade EL department and taught sheltered EL classes.
Summer School Coordinator
Holyoke Community Charter School
Holyoke, MA
07.2018 - 07.2021
- Guided instruction by mentoring teachers to improve leadership and teaching effectiveness.
- Coordinated with school personnel, parents and students to determine disciplinary actions for behavioral issues.
- Collaborated with various departments to support and establish programs, lessons and student activities.
- Managed group 15 teachers.
- Monitored and evaluated performance of school employees.
- Resolved interpersonal conflicts by listening, finding common ground and building relationships.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
2nd Grade Teacher & ESL Teacher
Holyoke Community Charter School
Holyoke, MA
08.2014 - 06.2021
- Taught lessons encompassing range of skill-building activities for speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Employed kinesthetic, visual and auditory approaches to make lessons interesting and interactive.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
- Developed lesson plans to teach course materials according to schedule.
- Attended professional development workshops focused on learning goals and classroom management.
- Organized supplementary materials in English for all students.
- Integrated technology as instructional tool, including Smartboard and Interactive Whiteboards.
- Instructed students in standardized subjects as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character.
- Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
- Administered and graded class tests to evaluate student progress and comprehension.
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives to foster student progress and academic performance.
- Explored foundational learning concepts with students through hands-on activities, videos and class discussions.
- Maintained safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
- Brought in purchased and donated materials to round out supplies for classroom activities.
- Utilized diverse teaching methods to address curriculum objectives.
1st and 4th Grade Teacher
Lubavitcher Yeshiva Academy
Longmeadow, MA
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Maintained safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
- Explored foundational learning concepts with students through hands-on activities, videos and class discussions.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
4th Grade Teacher
Lambert Lavoie Elementary School
Chicopee, MA
09.2012 - 06.2013
- Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Differentiated classroom and small group instruction to meet needs of students with various learning styles and abilities.
After School Program Site Coordinator
The Arbors Kids
Chicopee , MA
06.2009 - 06.2012
- Authored reports outlining program accomplishments, statistics and performance data.
- Planned hands on and diverse education programs and set ambitious program goals to establish targets for achievement.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching English As A Second Language
Trevecca Nazarene University
Nashville, TN05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
College Of Our Lady Of The Elms
Chicopee, MA05.2012
Skills
- Multitasking ability
- Play-based learning
- Field trips
- Materials sourcing
- Multimedia instruction
- Lesson plans
- Compliance standards
- Lesson planning
- Parental communication
- Organizational skills
- Adaptable style
- Classroom management
- Behavior management
- Multitasking
- First aid and CPR certified
- Certified ESL Instructor
Timeline
5th Grade Teacher
Holyoke Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
4th Grade Teacher
Metro Nashville Public Schools
08.2021 - 06.2023
Summer School Coordinator
Holyoke Community Charter School
07.2018 - 07.2021
2nd Grade Teacher & ESL Teacher
Holyoke Community Charter School
08.2014 - 06.2021
1st and 4th Grade Teacher
Lubavitcher Yeshiva Academy
08.2013 - 06.2014
4th Grade Teacher
Lambert Lavoie Elementary School
09.2012 - 06.2013
After School Program Site Coordinator
The Arbors Kids
06.2009 - 06.2012
Master of Arts - Teaching English As A Second Language
Trevecca Nazarene University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
College Of Our Lady Of The Elms
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