Melissa Manrique
O'Fallon,IL
Summary
Dedicated and passionate elementary education professional with five years of hands-on experience as a permanent substitute teacher and Teacher's Aide, supporting diverse classrooms across multiple grade levels. Experienced in stepping confidently into lead teaching roles, maintaining continuity of instruction and creating structured, engaging, and inclusive learning environments. Committed to fostering strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues while supporting diverse learner needs, academic standards, and social-emotional development. Adaptable, collaborative, and driven by a deep passion for creating student-centered learning experiences that inspire young learners to succeed.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Permanent Substitute
D90 School District - Delores Moye Elementary
O'Fallon, IL
08.2025 - Current
- Provides consistent classroom instruction across multiple elementary grade levels in the absence of the regular classroom teacher.
- Implements lesson plans aligned with district curriculum and state standards.
- Adapts instruction to meet diverse student learning needs, including students with IEPs and 504 plans.
- Maintains classroom management using positive behavior support strategies.
- Communicates effectively with teachers, support staff, and administration to ensure continuity of instruction.
- Fosters a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
- Utilizes educational technology and instructional resources to enhance student learning.
- Supports small-group and whole-group instruction in core subjects, including ELA, math, science, and social studies.
- Upholds school policies and procedures while building positive relationships with students and families.
Preschool For All Aide/RTI Aide
D90 School District - Delores Moye Elementary
O'Fallon, IL
08.2021 - 05.2025
- Assisted under direction of the teacher with planning and organizing instructional duties and activities.
- Maintains awareness of goals and objectives for students.
- Assisted individual students and small groups with intervention skills.
Kindergarten Teacher's Assistant
Anchorage School District - Ursa Major Elementary
Anchorage, AK
08.2020 - 09.2020
- Assisted lead classroom teacher with creating and executing daily lesson plans.
- Coordinated daily virtual learning activities to ensure district requirements are met.
- Prepared learning packets and materials to supplement learning environment during a fast changing COVID environment.
- Supervised the safety of children and helped maintain standards for behavior.
- Assessed students' educational needs and established goal settings.
Patient Service Coordinator
Alaska Heart and Vascular Institute
Anchorage, AK
09.2019 - 08.2020
- Greeted patients, verified information, and checked patients in and out of appointments.
- Scheduled, canceled, and rescheduled patient appointments.
- Verified insurance eligibility and benefits, obtained authorization as needed.
- Calculated and collected co-pays and past due balances.
- Recorded financial and billing transactions.
- Scanned medical records and maintained patient confidence by keeping patient information confidential.
- Generated end of day reports and secured daily deposits.
- Coached, trained, and supervised new employees.
Education
Master's Degree - Elementary Education
American College of Education (ACE)
Indianapolis, IN06.2026
Bachelor's Degree - Psychology, Sociology
University of Maryland-Global Campus (UMGC)
Adelphi, MD01.2021
Associate's Degree - Social and Behavioral Science, Sociology
Coastline Community College
Fountain Valley, CA01.2016
Skills
- Computer Skills-Proficient with using Microsoft Office programs, as well as AimsWeb, Planbook, Google Classroom and Canvas
- Organization Skills-Proficient at managing time, deadlines, prioritizing tasks, lesson and activity planning, classroom organization, attention to detail, documentation, process improvement, and instructional material preparation
- Communication Skills-Confident in verbal and written communication, with a strong focus on clear instruction delivery, parent communication, student engagement, collaborative teamwork, and conflict resolution
Certification
Professional Educator License (PEL), Para Professional License, Substitute Teacher Certification, FERPA training, and BLS/CPR Certification.
Timeline
Permanent Substitute
D90 School District - Delores Moye Elementary
08.2025 - Current
Preschool For All Aide/RTI Aide
D90 School District - Delores Moye Elementary
08.2021 - 05.2025
Kindergarten Teacher's Assistant
Anchorage School District - Ursa Major Elementary
08.2020 - 09.2020
Patient Service Coordinator
Alaska Heart and Vascular Institute
09.2019 - 08.2020
Bachelor's Degree - Psychology, Sociology
University of Maryland-Global Campus (UMGC)
Associate's Degree - Social and Behavioral Science, Sociology
Coastline Community College
Master's Degree - Elementary Education
American College of Education (ACE)