MELISSA REINISCH
Clifton Park,NY
Summary
Dedicated and experienced elementary teacher with a strong background in curriculum development and student engagement. Skilled in implementing differentiated instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students. Passionate about creating a positive learning environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Susan Odell Taylor School
116 Pinewoods Ave., Troy, NY
08.2020 - Current
- Excel in building relationships with students in my class and throughout the school by setting a high standard for student achievement, expecting them to strive for excellence and push themselves to reach their full potential in academics and behavior
- Provide individualized instruction to students with different learning needs by promoting learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Designed and wrote kindergarten curriculum and built curriculum map based on NYS Common Core Standards, Next Generation Science Standards and New York State Social Studies Standards
- Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities by emphasizing phonemic awareness, phonics, decoding skills, language skills and literature.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
First and Second Grade Teacher
Susan Odell Taylor School
116 Pinewoods Ave., Troy, NY
09.2012 - 07.2020
- Taught in a multiage heterogenous classroom
- Designed and wrote curriculum based on NYS Common Core Standards, Next Generation Science Standards and New York State Social Studies Standards
- Collaborated with special education teachers, speech pathologists, reading specialists
- Fostered a positive learning environment by incorporating social-emotional learning strategies into daily routines.
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Education
The College of Saint Rose
Albany, NY12.2001
Bachelor of Science - Management Science/Marketing
SUNY Geneseo
Geneseo, NY05.1991
Certification
Permanent New York State Certification in Elementary Education N-6 (Certificate770580)
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Susan Odell Taylor School
08.2020 - Current
First and Second Grade Teacher
Susan Odell Taylor School
09.2012 - 07.2020
Master of Science - Elementary Education
The College of Saint Rose
Bachelor of Science - Management Science/Marketing
SUNY Geneseo
Permanent New York State Certification in Elementary Education N-6 (Certificate770580)