Melissa Morgensen
Twin Falls,ID
Summary
Passionate individual with a strong background in fostering student growth at Twin Falls School District. Expert in intervention planning and compassionate support, I have successfully enhanced student performance through tailored behavior plans and built lasting relationships with students and families. Committed to promoting social-emotional learning and motivating others to achieve their potential.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Twin Falls School District
Twin Falls, ID
01.2025 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Preschool Teacher
Head Start Program
Twin Falls, ID
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Maintained accurate records of each child''s progress throughout the year using various documentation methods such as portfolios or tracking sheets.
- Assisted in the assessment of each student''s abilities, tailoring instruction to meet individual needs and learning styles.
- Increased parent involvement by effectively communicating with families about upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and student progress reports.
- Contributed to the successful implementation of school-wide initiatives by collaborating with colleagues on curriculum development, professional development, and other projects.
- Initiated parent-teacher meetings to discuss children's progress, strengthening family-school connections.
Student Success Mentor
Twin Falls School District
Twin Falls, ID
01.2017 - 12.2023
- Enhanced student performance by providing personalized guidance and support through behavior plans.
- Served as role model for students by demonstrating strong values and ethical standards.
- Assisted students in developing self-confidence and positive self-image through teaching Zones of Regulation.
- Assisted students in setting achievable goals and creating realistic action plans for personal and academic growth.
- Collaborated with teachers, counselors and administrators to foster access to resources and support.
- Developed trust-based relationships with students through active listening and empathy.
- Empowered students to take responsibility for their learning and development, fostering self-confidence and resilience.
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Provided resources to support students in achieving career goals.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Advocated for students to access available resources.
- Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
Education
Applied Science Of Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Care And Education
College of Southern Idaho
Twin Falls, IDSkills
- Compassionate
- Building relationships
- Supportive
- Conflict resolution
- Life skills development
- Motivating Others
- Growth mindset
- Social-emotional learning training
Accomplishments
Employee of the month for Twin Falls School District.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Twin Falls School District
01.2025 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Head Start Program
01.2024 - 01.2025
Student Success Mentor
Twin Falls School District
01.2017 - 12.2023
Applied Science Of Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Care And Education
College of Southern Idaho