MELISSA KAY GUERRA
Sheffield,AL
Summary
Dedicated professional with a proven track record of leveraging strong analytical and problem-solving skills to contribute effectively in diverse work environments. Possessing excellent communication and interpersonal skills, Thrive both independently and as a collaborative team member. Detail-oriented approach ensures accuracy in tasks, while adaptability to changing priorities and deadlines showcases a capacity to excel in dynamic work settings. Proactively self-motivated with a robust work ethic, Adept at working in geographically dispersed teams and have demonstrated competence in fast-paced environments. Proficient in utilizing digital collaboration tools to enhance team efficiency and overall productivity. Seeking a challenging role where Apply skills to drive success and achieve professional growth.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Local Reading Specialist
Colbert County Public Schools
Tuscumbia, AL
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Work with adult learners to improve their practices, through facilitation of targeted, intensive professional development and modeling effective reading instruction
- Collaborate with teachers to plan and implement curriculum for targeted areas of need
- Model professionalism as on-going learner and teacher leader.
21st Century Learning Program Site Lead
Colbert County Public Schools
Cherokee, AL
01.2020 - 07.2023
- Plan, implement, hire, supervise, and evaluate all staff, programs and activities to help students strive to improve in academics, attendance and behavior
- Establish programs, activities that prepare youth for success, promoting safety of members and quality in programs at all times
- Demonstrate flexibility and ability to manage situations of ambiguity, including helping monitor and supervise students during after-school hour program.
Special Education Teacher
Colbert County Public Schools
Cherokee, AL
09.2020 - 06.2022
- Adapt general education lessons and teach various subjects to students with mild to moderate disabilities
- Implement instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required
- Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP for each student assigned.
Teacher
Colbert County Public Schools
Cherokee, AL
09.2010 - 09.2020
- Plan and implement engaging daily lessons using technology and various methods to instruct and assess student learning
- Design lessons across curriculum using Mobi and clicker software
- Collaborate with resource and grade level teachers to assess data to meet needs of individual students.
Teacher
Clayton County Public Schools
Jonesboro, GA
08.2006 - 07.2009
- Planned and implemented daily lessons using various methods of assessment to enhance reading and math instruction
- Design and execute team teaching interdisciplinary units for large and small groups while considering needs of students while facilitating learning
- Maintained frequent and congenial parental contact to keep them advised of student progress
- Schedule and document Student Support Team (SST) meetings to provide additional support for struggling students.
O Ambassador Coordinator
Harpo, Inc
Morrow, GA
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Implemented program designed for students to gain knowledge about areas of Africa while raising funds for educational system.
Grade Remediation Teacher
Clayton County Public Schools
Jonesboro, GA
08.2006 - 08.2008
- Used various strategies to reinforce vocabulary, comprehension, and mathematical skills in after school remediation program
- Developed group and individualized lesson plans to fit needs of students
- Worked one-on-one with students to ensure success in all areas of instruction.
Department Manager
The Uniform Shoppe
Florence, AL
01.2000 - 08.2004
- Managed inventory and receiving operations to maintain optimal stock levels and meet expected demands.
- Communicated with managers of other departments to maintain transparency.
- Worked actively with management team to create daily and weekly sales plans based on weekly sales trends.
- Created and enforced department policies, procedures and standards to establish productivity and quality.
Education
Specialist in Curriculum And Instruction - instructional leadership, Elementary Education
Cambridge College University
Cambridge, Massachusetts05.2024
Masters - Instructional Leadership
University of North Alabama
Florence, Alabama2014
Master of Elementary Education - Elementary Education
University of North Alabama
Florence, Alabama07.2007
Bachelor of Science -
Athens State University, University of North Alabama Inservice
Athens, Alabama05.2005
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Program Curriculum Development
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Project Management
- Team Leadership
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Budget Controls
- Performance Tracking and Evaluations
- Administration and Reporting
- Grant Proposals
Timeline
Local Reading Specialist
Colbert County Public Schools
06.2022 - 08.2023
Special Education Teacher
Colbert County Public Schools
09.2020 - 06.2022
21st Century Learning Program Site Lead
Colbert County Public Schools
01.2020 - 07.2023
Teacher
Colbert County Public Schools
09.2010 - 09.2020
Teacher
Clayton County Public Schools
08.2006 - 07.2009
Grade Remediation Teacher
Clayton County Public Schools
08.2006 - 08.2008
O Ambassador Coordinator
Harpo, Inc
01.2006 - 01.2009
Department Manager
The Uniform Shoppe
01.2000 - 08.2004
Specialist in Curriculum And Instruction - instructional leadership, Elementary Education
Cambridge College University
Masters - Instructional Leadership
University of North Alabama
Master of Elementary Education - Elementary Education
University of North Alabama
Bachelor of Science -
Athens State University, University of North Alabama Inservice