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Melissa Terry

Huntsville,Texas

Summary

Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

Huntsville ISD
08.2019 - Current
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.

Teacher

Trinity ISD
08.2016 - 08.2019
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.

Special Education Paraprofessional

Willis ISD
08.2015 - 08.2016
  • Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Promoted a culture of inclusion within the school community by modeling respectful interactions and encouraging open communication among all stakeholders involved in the education of special needs students.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, enabling timely communication with parents and other stakeholders regarding individual achievements and areas needing improvement.
  • Provided necessary accommodations for testing situations, ensuring fair opportunities for all students to demonstrate their knowledge and skills.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English

Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX

Skills

  • Assessment Strategies
  • Motivating students
  • Online Teaching
  • Classroom Management
  • Texas Teaching Certification
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Student rapport
  • Testing and grading

Certification

Ec- 6 Generalist Certification

ESL Supplemental Certification

Timeline

Teacher

Huntsville ISD
08.2019 - Current

Teacher

Trinity ISD
08.2016 - 08.2019

Special Education Paraprofessional

Willis ISD
08.2015 - 08.2016

Bachelor of Arts - English

Sam Houston State University

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