MELISSA MEYER
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Enthusiastic, caring professional committed to instilling an appreciation for English Literature to all students. Over 23 years of experience teaching meaningful curriculum and developing young minds, addressing student needs and ensuring proper student development. Professional who is highly motivated by the belief that all children can be successful learners.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher K-12
School District #49
01.2023 - Current
- Followed lesson plans and facilitated learning in a safe and orderly classroom environment
8th Grade English Teacher
Atlas Preparatory School
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Combined various English teaching methods and techniques to help students improve their results.
Summer Camp Teacher
Sunshine Learning Center
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Created and taught meaningful curriculum both in the classroom and through field trips.
Learning Coach K-8
Coperni 3
09.2022 - 06.2022
- Assisted students grades K-8 with curriculum in all subjects.
Substitute Teacher 9-12
Atlas Preparatory High School
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Followed lesson plans and facilitated learning in a safe and orderly classroom environment
Specialist-Home Decor
Lowes Home Improvement
05.2021 - 10.2021
- Executed orders as Home Décor expert and provided exceptional consultative services to customers
English Teacher
Eastlake High School
10.2019 - 04.2021
- Conducted small group/individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs/IEP goals
- Facilitated/taught online courses in reading/writing and collaborated with students to design graduation plans
Science Teacher
Mountain Vista Community School
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Arranged materials and instructional plans to implement immersive activities delving into science concepts
Science Teacher
Timberview Middle School
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Leveraged diverse learning strategies to prepare students for higher-level education
English/Science Teacher-7th Grade
Jenkins Middle School
08.2001 - 12.2017
- Set class objectives and monitored daily performance and led interesting group activities to engage students
English Teacher
West Middle School
08.1999 - 05.2001
- Consulted with teachers in different disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
- Created engaging lesson plans, fostered culture of discovery and provided classroom structure
Student Teacher-8th Grade
Timberview Middle School
06.1998 - 05.1999
- Investigated different teaching materials and techniques to understand strengths and weaknesses of instructional approaches and classroom activities
Childcare Provider
Family Development Center
08.1994 - 05.1997
- Cared for children ages 2 to 12 and developed lessons and activities to promote children's development.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instruction Reading Emphasis
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01.2012
Teaching Certificate-Secondary - Secondary Teaching
University of Colorado
Colorado Springs, CO01.1998
Bachelor of Arts - English Language and Literature
University of Colorado
Colorado Springs, CO01.1997
General Coursework -
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO01.1994
Skills
- Group and individual instruction
- Student engagement
- Teamwork
- Creativity
- Flexibility
- Problem Solving
Timeline
8th Grade English Teacher
Atlas Preparatory School
08.2023 - 12.2023
Summer Camp Teacher
Sunshine Learning Center
06.2023 - 08.2023
Substitute Teacher K-12
School District #49
01.2023 - Current
Learning Coach K-8
Coperni 3
09.2022 - 06.2022
Substitute Teacher 9-12
Atlas Preparatory High School
01.2022 - 06.2022
Specialist-Home Decor
Lowes Home Improvement
05.2021 - 10.2021
English Teacher
Eastlake High School
10.2019 - 04.2021
Science Teacher
Mountain Vista Community School
01.2019 - 06.2019
Science Teacher
Timberview Middle School
09.2018 - 12.2018
English/Science Teacher-7th Grade
Jenkins Middle School
08.2001 - 12.2017
English Teacher
West Middle School
08.1999 - 05.2001
Student Teacher-8th Grade
Timberview Middle School
06.1998 - 05.1999
Childcare Provider
Family Development Center
08.1994 - 05.1997
Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instruction Reading Emphasis
Grand Canyon University
Teaching Certificate-Secondary - Secondary Teaching
University of Colorado
Bachelor of Arts - English Language and Literature
University of Colorado
General Coursework -
Colorado State University
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