Melissa Manderson
Salem,AL
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience teaching French and Spanish at Smiths Station High School and other institutions. Expert in differentiated instruction and classroom management, fostering student engagement through innovative lesson planning and technology integration. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and enhance cultural awareness among students.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
French Teacher
Smiths Station High School
08.2008 - Current
- Utilized various teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques.
- Facilitated learning of French language using variety of instructional methods, resources and technological tools.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to ensure all learners could access course materials successfully despite varying abilities or backgrounds.
- Established positive rapport with students, fostering an environment of trust and open communication.
Spanish Teacher
Russell County Middle School
08.2006 - 05.2008
- Boosted student engagement with interactive activities that incorporated authentic materials from Spanish-speaking countries.
- Enhanced cultural awareness in students by incorporating Spanish customs, traditions, and history into lessons.
Spanish Teacher
Thomasville High School
08.2004 - 05.2006
- As Head Cheer Coach-Managed budget resources effectively for uniform procurement, travel expenses, competition fees, and other program-related costs.
- Spanish Club Sponsor
Spanish Teacher
Kaufman High School
08.2001 - 05.2004
- Department Head- World Languages
- Lead sponsor of Junior Class
- Prom Committee Lead
- Spanish Club Sponsor
- NHS Faculty Member
Education
Bachelor of Arts - French And Spanish
University of Louisiana At Monroe
Monroe, LA05-1997
Skills
- Online teaching experience
- Collaboration with colleagues
- Lesson planning
- Technology implementation
- Time management/ability to multitask
- Organizational skills
- Classroom/behavior management
- Effective lesson planning
- Differentiated instruction techniques
Certification
- State of Alabama TCERT ALSDE ID - MRM-0037-4785
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
French
Full Professional
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
French Teacher
Smiths Station High School
08.2008 - Current
Spanish Teacher
Russell County Middle School
08.2006 - 05.2008
Spanish Teacher
Thomasville High School
08.2004 - 05.2006
Spanish Teacher
Kaufman High School
08.2001 - 05.2004
Bachelor of Arts - French And Spanish
University of Louisiana At Monroe
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