Melissa Zito
Dover,PA
Summary
Enthusiastic educator skilled in analyzing performance data and tailoring instruction to meet diverse learning needs. Dedicated to advancing educational outcomes through effective lesson planning and collaborative initiatives.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Baltimore City School System
Baltimore, MD
08.2002 - Current
- Includes 1st grade, 2nd grade and 3rd grade at Furley Elementary School #206
- Developed innovative lesson plans aligned with state standards to enhance student engagement.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to address diverse learning needs effectively.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and instructional best practices.
- Coordinated school-wide initiatives promoting social-emotional learning and positive behavior reinforcement programs.
- Provided clear, informative and engaging classroom instruction.
- Analyzed student performance data to inform instructional adjustments and improve academic outcomes.
General Education Teacher
Universal Charter School
Philadelphia, PA
08.2001 - 06.2002
2nd grade general educator
Education
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Towson University
Baltimore, MD07-2004
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Towson University
Baltimore, MD05-2001
Skills
- Peer collaboration
- Classroom management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Classroom instruction
- Collaborative learning
Certification
- Advanced Certificate, Early Childhood Education - July 2025-July 2030
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Baltimore City School System
08.2002 - Current
General Education Teacher
Universal Charter School
08.2001 - 06.2002
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Towson University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Towson University
Awards
Nominated Teacher of the Year Baltimore City Schools 2026
Teacher of the Quarter Furley Elementary School Jan 2025
Nominated for Teacher of the Year Baltimore City Schools 2024
Teacher of the Year Furley Elementary School 2016
Teacher of the Year Furley Elementary School 2009
Rookie of the Year Universal Charter School 2002
Leadership
The New Teachers Project member 2025-2026
Attendance Committee (only teacher selected) 2024- current
Peer Mentor for New Teachers 2024-current
Activities Coordinator Lead 2022- current
Lead Teacher for 3rd grade 2017-current
Lead Teacher for 2nd grade 204-2017