Melissa Riehle
Hixson,TN
Summary
Passionate Early Child Education Teacher for over 7 years with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts interactive in the classroom with instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
An Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. And with a Willingness to learn new things and take on added responsibilities to meet the business goals and team goals. I am a Great asset to any company, school. or team.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
Primrose School Of Hixson
06.2019 - Current
- Contributed to successful implementation of school-wide initiatives by collaborating with colleagues on curriculum development, professional development, and other projects.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
- Maintained accurate records of each child''s progress throughout respective school year using various documentation methods such as portfolios or tracking sheets.
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
House Parent
Bethel Bible Village
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Established a nurturing environment by developing strong relationships with residents and providing emotional support.
- Completed detailed documentation for each resident''s file regarding behavioral observations, incidents reports, progress notes, and other first aid and medicine information.
- Developed strong partnerships with community resources to provide additional support services for resident needs.
- Promoted academic success through tutoring assistance, study skill development, and time management strategies.
- Assisted residents in setting personal goals, while offering guidance on overcoming challenges to achieve desired outcomes.
- Contributed insights during team meetings about resident needs, progress, challenges, and potential solutions for improved outcomes.
- Facilitated family involvement in resident life
Teacher
Abbas House Academy
03.2014 - 03.2016
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students'' learning experiences outside the traditional classroom setting.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Education
No Degree - Social Services
College of Central Florida
Ocala, FLCDA Certification/ Children Development Associates - Child Development
Chattanooga State Community College
Chattanooga, TN01.2022
High School Diploma -
Citrus High School
Inverness, FL05.2002
Skills
- Student Records Management
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Modeling
- Lesson development
- Regulatory Compliance
- Cultural Competency
- Office Admin
- Goal Setting
- Time Management
- Organizational Skills
- Excellent Communication
- New Hire Training
- First Aid
- Creative Problem-Solving
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Primrose School Of Hixson
06.2019 - Current
House Parent
Bethel Bible Village
01.2015 - 01.2017
Teacher
Abbas House Academy
03.2014 - 03.2016
No Degree - Social Services
College of Central Florida
CDA Certification/ Children Development Associates - Child Development
Chattanooga State Community College
High School Diploma -
Citrus High School
Similar Profiles
Natasha RobinsonNatasha Robinson
Lead Teacher at Primrose School of HixsonLead Teacher at Primrose School of Hixson
Falyn KeylonFalyn Keylon
Middle School Math Teacher at Hixson Middle SchoolMiddle School Math Teacher at Hixson Middle School
Alesha M. BenkertAlesha M. Benkert
Director of Operations at Primrose School of Ankeny at Prairie TrailDirector of Operations at Primrose School of Ankeny at Prairie Trail
Melissa WhitesideMelissa Whiteside
Pharmacy Technician at Common Spirit Health (CHI Memoril)Pharmacy Technician at Common Spirit Health (CHI Memoril)
Ryan JohnsonRyan Johnson
Director of Sales - Insurance Producer at Reliance PartnersDirector of Sales - Insurance Producer at Reliance Partners