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Melissa Pfaff

Melissa Pfaff

Happy Valley,OR

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at North Clackamas School District, excelling in individualized learning and parent-teacher collaboration. Skilled in literacy development and fostering a growth mindset, I have significantly enhanced student motivation and engagement, leading to improved academic performance and confidence among diverse learners.

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Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

First Grade Classroom Teacher

North Clackamas School District
08.2023 - Current
  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within the classroom.
  • Assisted struggling students with targeted support, leading to improved academic performance and confidence in their abilities.
  • Tailored lesson plans to meet district standards while addressing unique challenges faced by first-grade learners.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing rules consistently, and modeling respect for all individuals.

Online First and Second Grade Teacher

North Clackamas School District
08.2020 - 06.2023
  • Encouraged students to think critically and develop problem-solving skills.
  • Contributed to a positive school culture by collaborating with fellow educators on school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by incorporating social-emotional learning strategies into daily routines.
  • Established strong parent-teacher relationships through regular communication, increasing family involvement in the education process.
  • Assessed student progress regularly, using data-driven techniques to inform instructional decisions and adapt lesson plans accordingly.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse needs of all learners in the classroom setting.

First Grade Teacher

North Clackamas School District
08.2006 - 06.2020
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
  • Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
  • Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s academic progress and social-emotional development.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within the classroom.
  • Developed students'' critical thinking skills through engaging problem-solving tasks.
  • Assisted struggling students with targeted support, leading to improved academic performance and confidence in their abilities.
  • Tailored lesson plans to meet district standards while addressing unique challenges faced by first-grade learners.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, develop interdisciplinary units, and provide an enriching educational experience for students.
  • Boosted parent involvement by maintaining open lines of communication and hosting regular parent-teacher conferences.
  • Evaluated student progress using various assessment methods, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of each individual''s strengths and areas for improvement.
  • Increased student collaboration by implementing group projects and team-building activities.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing rules consistently, and modeling respect for all individuals.

Education

Master of Arts - Teaching

George Fox University
Newberg, OR
06-2006

Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Sciences

Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR
06-2004

Skills

  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Growth mindset
  • Student motivation
  • Individualized learning
  • Literacy development

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

First Grade Classroom Teacher

North Clackamas School District
08.2023 - Current

Online First and Second Grade Teacher

North Clackamas School District
08.2020 - 06.2023

First Grade Teacher

North Clackamas School District
08.2006 - 06.2020

Master of Arts - Teaching

George Fox University

Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Sciences

Oregon State University

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