Melissa Williams
Bagley,MN
Summary
Skilled educator with strong expertise in special education. Adept at developing tailored learning plans, employing effective instructional strategies, and fostering inclusive classroom environments. Known for collaboration, adaptability, and delivering measurable results. Proficient in behavior management, individualized education plans, and student assessments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Bemidji Regional Interdistrict Council
BAGLEY, MN
09.2017 - Current
- Create and manage IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies in collaboration with teachers, school staff, related service providers, and families
- Apply instructional knowledge and methods to support student goals and objectives
- Cultivate engagement and strong student connections to foster student learning, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration
- Deliver effective and differentiated classroom instruction to students with different learning needs and abilities
- Oversee paraprofessionals who provide support to students in my classroom and help to work through issues that arise
Summer Learning Program Tutor
Bemidji School District
BEMIDJI, MN
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Worked with an amazing team of people to create a positive learning environment for students
- Developed and implemented daily lesson plans focused on language arts and mathematics
- Provided individual instruction to students
- Used fun learning games and activities to keep students engaged
Sales Floor Associate and Cashier
TJMaxx
BEMIDJI, MN
03.2024 - 08.2024
- Worked with the sales floor associates to keep the shelves stocked with merchandise
- Helped customers complete purchase
- Kept work areas clean, organized and safe to promote efficiency and team safety
Education
American College of Education/LETRS
05-2026
Master - Special Education
Minnesota State University Moorhead
MOORHEAD, MN05-2020
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Bemidji State University
BEMIDJI, MN05-2015
Certified Nursing Assistant - undefined
Northwest Technical College
BEMIDJI, MN05-2015
Skills
- Student Education Preschool through Grade 6
- Classroom Management
- Goal Setting
- Detail Oriented
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Online Instruction Experience
- Developing Lesson Plans
- Testing and Evaluation
- Learning Strategies
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Crisis Prevention and Intervention
Timeline
Summer Learning Program Tutor
Bemidji School District
06.2025 - 07.2025
Sales Floor Associate and Cashier
TJMaxx
03.2024 - 08.2024
Special Education Teacher
Bemidji Regional Interdistrict Council
09.2017 - Current
Master - Special Education
Minnesota State University Moorhead
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Bemidji State University
Certified Nursing Assistant - undefined
Northwest Technical College
American College of Education/LETRS