Melissa Troch
Syracuse,NY
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Syracuse City School District, excelling in curriculum development, classroom management, and differentiated instruction. Proven track record in fostering positive learning environments and mentoring teachers, enhancing instructional quality. Skilled in data analysis and instructional coaching, committed to promoting student success through innovative teaching strategies and collaborative teamwork.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educator: (Teacher, Instructional Coach, MCL)
Syracuse City School District
09.2000 - Current
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to target areas of weakness and continuously improve student performance throughout the school year.
- Met regularly with team of teachers to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
- Mentored new educators in best practices for teaching, leading to increased confidence and effectiveness within the school community.
- Implemented classroom technology to enhance learning and make lessons more accessible to all students.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy, accommodating diverse learning needs and styles.
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Facilitated positive learning environment, establishing clear expectations and supportive classroom culture.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Incorporated diverse materials into lesson plans to accommodate various learning styles and cultural backgrounds of students.
- Served as a building coach, providing guidance on instructional practices and classroom management techniques.
- Collaborated with other educators on curriculum development and instructional strategies to ensure consistent quality education across all classrooms.
- Facilitated virtual, in-person and blended learning sessions.
- Created and oversaw individual, school wide data binders and assessment sheets to utilize for planning and address student needs
- Conducted professional development workshops on effective strategies for colleagues, enhancing overall instructional quality.
- Guided teachers to collect and analyze data and developed action plans in response to student needs.
- Collaborated among staff members through regular team meetings focused on sharing best practices for instruction and developing curriculum strategies for improved student outcomes.
- Supported English language learners by providing targeted instruction in vocabulary development and comprehension strategies.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Created and optimized building scheduling systems to enhance class assignments while maximizing available resources throughout the academic year.
- Provided coaching and mentoring regularly through classroom observations, feedback sessions, goal-setting discussions to drive professional growth among educators to enhance student success.
- Oversaw programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve building and district objectives.
Educator Assistant
Syracuse City Schools
09.1997 - 06.1998
Preschool Teacher
Ready, Set, Grow Daycare
01.1994 - 08.1997
Education
Master of Science - Education
State University of New York College At Cortland
Cortland, NYBachelor of Science - Education
State University of New York College At Cortland
Cortland, NYAssociate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Onondaga Community College
Syracuse, NYSkills
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Curriculum development
- Data analysis
- Instructional coaching
- Teaching techniques and strategies
- Data-driven instruction
- English language learners
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Special education instruction
- Coaching and mentoring teachers
- Positive reinforcement
Certification
- Permanent Elementary Education Certificate - New York Department of Education.
- Certification Area: Pre Kindergarten, Kindergarten and Grades 1-6
- Certification Area: Birth through Grade 2
Timeline
Educator: (Teacher, Instructional Coach, MCL)
Syracuse City School District
09.2000 - Current
Educator Assistant
Syracuse City Schools
09.1997 - 06.1998
Preschool Teacher
Ready, Set, Grow Daycare
01.1994 - 08.1997
Master of Science - Education
State University of New York College At Cortland
Bachelor of Science - Education
State University of New York College At Cortland
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Onondaga Community College
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