Melissa M. Fraser
San Marcos,CA
Summary
Experienced educator with over 10 years in elementary instruction, instructional coaching, and reading intervention. Skilled in literacy intervention, curriculum development, and delivering evidence-based practices that accelerate student growth. Known for building collaborative relationships, supporting teachers, and adapting instruction to meet diverse learner needs while keeping student success at the center of all decisions.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Reading Intervention Teacher
St. Michael’s School
08.2024 - Current
- Provided targeted Tier 2 and Tier 3 reading intervention for K–3 students using evidence-based structured literacy approaches, including Orton-Gillingham and the PRIDE Reading Program.
- Delivered small-group and one-on-one instruction focused on phonemic awareness, phonics, decoding, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
- Administered literacy assessments including Fountas & Pinnell Running Records, Literably, and Renaissance STAR Reading to monitor progress, evaluate skill gaps, and inform instructional planning.
- Supported kindergarten and first grade foundational literacy using UFLI lessons and multisensory, science-of-reading aligned activities.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers, administrators, and student support teams to design individualized intervention goals and align instruction to core curriculum.
- Communicated student progress to families and maintained detailed records of intervention strategies and outcomes.
- Adapted instruction based on data and student needs to accelerate growth for emerging and struggling readers.
IMACT Reading Teacher
Poway Unified School District
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Achieved improved reading outcomes by delivering targeted small group lessons for third through fifth-grade students.
- Enhanced instructional effectiveness through detailed analysis of i-Ready reading data.
- Drove student progress monitoring to foster growth in reading fluency, accuracy, and comprehension.
- Strengthened communication with assistant principal and classroom teachers to align on student learning goals and monitor progress.
Second and Third Grade Teacher
Peoria Traditional School
08.2014 - 05.2019
- Achieved alignment of lessons with Arizona college and career readiness standards and Peoria Unified School District framework through effective planning and implementation.
- Improved class and school performance by analyzing weekly and quarterly student data.
- Fostered collaboration with administrators and colleagues to elevate educational quality for all students.
- Enhanced professional development by leading biweekly professional learning community meetings.
- Advanced school improvement initiatives through collaboration with site administrator and colleagues.
- Increased student engagement by implementing Eureka Math, Step Up to Writing, and the Spalding Method.
- Strengthened school vision by facilitating focused staff meetings.
- Contributed to leadership team site council and child study team meetings to drive educational improvements.
- Enhanced family engagement by building positive relationships with parents. Improved classroom management and discipline through collaboration with administrators on policies and strategies.
- Elevated student learning outcomes by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, along with actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Expanded the quality education team by conducting interviews for teachers and paraprofessionals.
Curriculum and Instructional Coach
Peoria Unified School District
07.2016 - 07.2017
- Facilitated professional development courses on SchoolNet and quality instruction indicators for district staff.
- Supported new teachers through orientation courses to acclimate to district standards.
- Assisted preschool through high school educators with lesson planning, assessment strategies, classroom management, and student engagement techniques.
- Collaborated with administrators and colleagues to promote effective educational practices for all students.
- Addressed diverse student needs by implementing lessons with various teaching strategies.
- Guided teachers in enhancing instructional practices through professional development and modeling techniques.
Second Grade Teacher
Wickenburg Unified School District
08.2011 - 06.2014
- Designed and implemented interactive lessons and units tailored for second grade students in a Title I school.
- Oversaw the administration and evaluation of weekly and quarterly assessments, including reading and math Galileo tests and DIBELS.
- Cultivated strong communication with families through regular newsletters, emails, phone calls, and in-person conferences to enhance engagement in educational objectives.
- Led discussions in monthly student service team meetings to assess student progress and formulate targeted action plans for individual learning requirements.
Education
Masters of Education - Educational Administration
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ10.2016
Teaching Certification Program - Elementary Education
Carroll University
Waukesha, WI05.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Communications, Spanish
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI12.2005
Skills
- Individual and group coaching
- Team collaboration
- Lesson Planning
- Differentiated instruction
- Curriculum selection
- Classroom management
- Group and individual instruction
- Time management
- Google Workspace
- Zoom
- Skype
- Microsoft Windows
- MacOS
Timeline
Reading Intervention Teacher
St. Michael’s School
08.2024 - Current
IMACT Reading Teacher
Poway Unified School District
10.2023 - 05.2024
Curriculum and Instructional Coach
Peoria Unified School District
07.2016 - 07.2017
Second and Third Grade Teacher
Peoria Traditional School
08.2014 - 05.2019
Second Grade Teacher
Wickenburg Unified School District
08.2011 - 06.2014
Masters of Education - Educational Administration
Grand Canyon University
Teaching Certification Program - Elementary Education
Carroll University
Bachelor of Arts - Communications, Spanish
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh