Melissa Stevens
West Chester,OH
Summary
Dedicated Teacher offering 21 years of experience in education. Resourceful and passionate educator with adaptable and approachable style. Committed to creating comfortable learning environments for students. Successful at collaborating with teachers, administrative leaders and support specialists to meet individual student needs. Committed to encouraging higher-order thinking to increase student performance.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Junior High School Teacher
St. Martin Of Tours School
08.2018 - Current
- Improved student understanding by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities in lessons.
- Developed strong relationships with students and parents, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Enhanced student engagement by utilizing group projects and collaborative activities.
- Served as the LPDC representative for the last two years.
- Taught fourth and fifth grade first 5 years at St. Martins.
Prior Authorization Specialist/Appeals Specialist
Express Scripts
10.2014 - 07.2018
- Improved patient satisfaction with timely and accurate processing of prior authorizations for medications.
- Assisted patients with the appeal process when medications were denied.
- Trained and assisted 16 other representatives on appeals.
- Created documents to keep the team updated on the appeal process.
- Handled escalated calls when caller requested a supervisor.
- Served on the Employee Engagement Committee.
- Developed leadership skills as part of the Emerging Leaders program.
Fourth Grade Teacher
St. Matthew Catholic School
08.2005 - 06.2014
- Designed and implemented lesson plans on required curriculum standards.
- Incorporated diverse instructional strategies, accommodating different learning styles and needs within the classroom.
- Collaborated with other teachers through team and cross grade meetings.
- Advised the student council for the last 5 years there.
- Served as fourth grade team leader for the last two years.
Tutor
Sylvan Learning Centre
02.2007 - 05.2014
- Utilized various assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adjust instruction accordingly for optimal results.
- Maintained detailed records of student progress, using data to inform future instruction and target areas for improvement.
- Lead teacher last three years, and responsible for testing students, preparing lesson materials for approximately 20 students and opening and closing the center.
Fifth Grade Teacher
Our Mother Of Sorrows
08.2003 - 06.2005
- Enhanced students' reading comprehension by incorporating engaging literature and targeted discussion questions.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Taught all subjects in a self-contained classroom.
- Responsible for morning care of approximately 25 students and lunch/recess duty for grades five through eight.
- Conducted sales of tickets for Friday night bingo.
- Taught social and academic material for the after school program.
Third/Fourth Grade Elementary Teacher
Hartwell Elementary School
11.2002 - 06.2003
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Designed and implemented lesson plans on required curriculum standards.
- Collaborated with other third and fourth grade teachers on instruction.
Fifth Grade Teacher
St. Boniface Catholic School
03.1999 - 06.2002
- Contributed to a positive school culture by actively participating in staff meetings, committees, and extracurricular activities.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education
University of Toledo
Toledo, OH12.1996
Skills
- Active listening
- Team teaching
- Instructional strategies
- Public speaking
- Conflict resolution
- Technology integration
- Organizational Ability
- Group Leadership
- Current on AOC Safe Parish requirements
Timeline
Junior High School Teacher
St. Martin Of Tours School
08.2018 - Current
Prior Authorization Specialist/Appeals Specialist
Express Scripts
10.2014 - 07.2018
Tutor
Sylvan Learning Centre
02.2007 - 05.2014
Fourth Grade Teacher
St. Matthew Catholic School
08.2005 - 06.2014
Fifth Grade Teacher
Our Mother Of Sorrows
08.2003 - 06.2005
Third/Fourth Grade Elementary Teacher
Hartwell Elementary School
11.2002 - 06.2003
Fifth Grade Teacher
St. Boniface Catholic School
03.1999 - 06.2002
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education
University of Toledo
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