Melissa Waddell
Tuscumbia
Summary
Hands-on science teacher committed to promoting student learning with diverse instructional strategies and activity plans. Skillful in teaching students how to learn and develop a deeper understanding of foundational skills and advanced techniques. In-depth knowledge of support plans and standardized assessments.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Science and STEM Teacher
Florence City Schools
Florence
08.2006 - Current
- Facilitated student-led projects fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Guided students in the development of their scientific inquiry skills.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary activities.
- Implemented strategies to increase student engagement and motivation in science subjects.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of scientific advancements and incorporated them into lessons.
- Coordinated with other professional staff members to evaluate and assess science-based curriculum.
- Employed assessment tools and strategies to improve instruction methods.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Auburn University
Auburn
08.1999 - 05.2003
- Led laboratory sections.
- Supported professor in implementing rigorous teaching and learning experiences.
Education
Educational Specialist- Teacher Leader - Education
University of North Alabama
Florence, AL07-2017
Master of Arts - Secondary Education
University of North Alabama
Florence, AL05-2009
Master of Science - Biological Sciences
Auburn University
Auburn, AL08-2006
Bachelor of Science - Geography
University of North Alabama
Florence, AL05-1996
Skills
- 2024-2025 STEM Teacher
- 2022-2024 Florence Middle School Virtual Science Teacher/ Life Science and Physical Science
- 2022-present Florence Education Association Representative and Vice President
- 2021-present Peer Helper Coordinator and Teacher
- 2011-2013 Principal’s Advisory Council Continuous Improvement Plan Committee Response to Instruction Committee
- 2006-2010 Building-Based Support Team Member
- 2003-2004 Graduate Student Council President, Faculty Senate, Presidential Scholarship Committee- Auburn University
- 2024-2025 Falcon Wonders Coffee Bar Coordinator- supporting self-contained students and teacher
- 2024 Coordinated Eagle Scout project to build FMS Clothes Closet
- 2021-2023 Florence Middle School Summer School Teacher
- 2022-2023 Florence Middle School Afterschool Tutor
- 2006-2015 Science Olympiad Assistant Sponsor
- 2007-2008 Student Council Sponsor
- 2008-2010 National Junior Honor Society Assistant Sponsor
Accomplishments
- 2021-2022 Explore Awards Florence Middle School
- 2019-2020 Distinguished Teacher Mentor University of North Alabama College of Education and Human Science Department of Secondary Education
- 2022 NCST STEM certification: National Institute of STEM Education
- 2024 Florence Education Foundation STEM grant
- 2019 Florence Education Foundation science classroom
- 2018 Florence Education Foundation science classroom
- 2016 Florence Education Foundation
- 2008 Learn and Serve America School, University of Alabama
Timeline
Science and STEM Teacher
Florence City Schools
08.2006 - Current
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Auburn University
08.1999 - 05.2003
Educational Specialist- Teacher Leader - Education
University of North Alabama
Master of Arts - Secondary Education
University of North Alabama
Master of Science - Biological Sciences
Auburn University
Bachelor of Science - Geography
University of North Alabama
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