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MELISSA D. MURPHY

Shelbyville,United States

Summary

Dynamic educator and leader with a proven track record at Windsor Jr/Sr. High, adept in curriculum implementation and classroom management. Excelled in fostering student growth, achieving significant improvements in literacy and engagement. Skilled in individualized instruction and problem-solving, demonstrating empathy and clear communication. Passionate about delivering quality education and fostering a positive learning environment.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Language Arts Teacher

Windsor Jr/Sr. High
Windsor, IL
08.2022 - Current
  • Assisted students with building long-term skills such for academic, social, and emotional development.
  • Assessed student classroom performance to report on progress.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design engaging projects that incorporated multiple subjects.
  • Participated in faculty meetings and professional development workshops.
  • Helped develop strong verbal and written communication skills by leading students through listening, speaking, reading and writing activities.
  • Created lesson plans to address needs of entry-level and upper-level science students.
  • Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.
  • Compiled, administered and graded examinations and other assigned work.
  • Created and used rubrics to assess student learning.
  • Conducted small group activities to improve literacy skills such as vocabulary building and comprehension.
  • Talked with students needing extra attention and made plans to assist with problems.
  • Delivered lectures using multimedia presentations when appropriate.
  • Provided feedback on student work in a timely manner.
  • Maintained accurate records of grades, attendance, and assessments.
  • Boosted student learning by facilitating in-depth classroom discussions to expand upon lectures.
  • Encouraged collaboration among peers during group projects or assignments.
  • Checked student academic progress by completing verbal exercises, grading assignments, and using mandated examinations.
  • Incorporated real-world applications into classroom activities whenever possible.
  • Planned and updated curricula and lesson plans to continuously improve subject coverage.
  • Educated students on spelling, grammar and language rules through developmentally appropriate curriculum.
  • Promoted safe and clean classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group needs.
  • Monitored student behavior in accordance with school policies and procedures.
  • Differentiated instruction for students with wide range of skill and interest levels.
  • Created a safe learning environment where students felt comfortable expressing themselves through writing or discussion.
  • Integrated technology into lessons to enhance student engagement and understanding of language arts concepts.
  • Promoted student growth by encouraging independent thinking, judgment and thought expression.
  • Facilitated student-centered discussions on assigned texts to stimulate critical thinking.
  • Designed differentiated instruction methods based on the needs of each learner.
  • Encouraged students to express their ideas verbally in class.

Shift Supervisor

CVS Pharmacy
Shelbyville, United States
11.2015 - 09.2023
  • Run shifts by managing money, taking care of ordering, assisting customers, and working closely with co-workers to do daily tasks
  • Conducted training in equipment operations and safety procedures, briefing employees of hazards associated with work.
  • Assisted in the development and implementation of new operational procedures.
  • Ordered equipment parts and repair services during equipment breakdown to avoid further delays.
  • Enforced company policies fairly while maintaining an open door policy for staff concerns.
  • Enforced company policies, answered coworkers' questions and trained new personnel.
  • Managed inventory levels and placed orders to ensure product availability and minimize waste.
  • Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.
  • Assisted general manager with operations game plan and company initiatives implementation.
  • Provided on-the-job training to new staff members.

District Substitue

Windsor School District
Windsor, IL
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Graded student assignments and exams and discussed results.
  • Distributed worksheets and homework assignments from head teacher to assist with classroom operations.
  • Explained assignments and relayed information from lead teacher.
  • Assisted struggling students with classroom assignments with one-on-one tutoring.
  • Managed classroom environments to ensure a safe and productive learning experience.
  • Attended faculty meetings as requested by administration or staff members.
  • Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
  • Ensured that the curriculum was being followed as required by the school district.
  • Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
  • Maintained a safe, organized and disciplined learning environment for students of all ages.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities related to substitute teaching practices.
  • Answered student questions about course concepts.

8Th Grade Science Teacher

Hopkinsville Middle School
Hopkinsville, KY
01.2006 - 06.2010
  • Collaborated with fellow Science teachers to plan, develop and implement required state guidelines
  • Collaborated with guidance counselors and parents to make sure IEP were implemented and followed
  • Worked closely with principal with implementing behavior plans for students in need
  • Organized the 8th grade dance
  • Collaborated with special ed teachers to find the best plan of action for each child that was in her classroom

Education

Bachelors of Science - Education Majoring in Junior High/Middle school

Illinois State University
Normal, IL
12.2005

Some College (No Degree) - Masters in School Counseling

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ

Skills

  • Leadership and management
  • Ability to teach effectively
  • Active listener
  • Managerial experience
  • Attentiveness
  • Clear oral and written communication
  • Cash management
  • Dealing with angry customers
  • Empathy and patience
  • Fast learner
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Reading comprehension
  • Lesson planning
  • Quality education
  • Licensed in [state]
  • Individualized instruction
  • Hands-on learning
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Curriculum implementation
  • Classroom management
  • Problem-solving skills

Personal Information

Gender: F

Timeline

Language Arts Teacher

Windsor Jr/Sr. High
08.2022 - Current

District Substitue

Windsor School District
08.2021 - 05.2022

Shift Supervisor

CVS Pharmacy
11.2015 - 09.2023

8Th Grade Science Teacher

Hopkinsville Middle School
01.2006 - 06.2010

Bachelors of Science - Education Majoring in Junior High/Middle school

Illinois State University

Some College (No Degree) - Masters in School Counseling

Grand Canyon University

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