Years of Teaching Experience
Melodye Mcpherson
Thomaston,GA
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.
Qualified Teacher with solid background in Special Education, providing tailored instructional strategies for diverse learning needs. Successfully implemented individualized education plans (IEPs) to enhance student engagement and progress. Demonstrated expertise in behavior management and fostering inclusive classroom environments.
Overview
13
13
3
3
Certification
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Sped Teacher
Upson Lee Middle School
01.2024 - 01.2026
- Developed individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance student support services.
Sped Teacher
Upson Lee Primary School
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Implemented behavior management strategies to promote positive classroom environments.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instructional methods to ensure understanding.
Sub, Sped Para, Sped Teacher
Crisp County Primary School
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Developed individualized education plans tailored to each student's unique learning needs.
Elementary Music Teacher
Central Fellowship Christian Academy
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Developed and implemented engaging music curricula aligned with educational standards.
- Fostered a creative learning environment that encouraged student participation and expression.
Westside Christian Academy
01.2011 - 01.2015
- 5th grade bible, 7th grade science, 8th grade pre-algebra, 8th grade homeschool co-op math, 10th grade health, 12th grade economics and American government (under Danny McCubbin)
- 8th grade pre-algebra, 9th grade bible, pre-k (3-4) music, 6th grade music, 7th/8th grade Worship Arts, elementary music co-op (homeschool), High school Praise Band (responsible for weekly chapel), (under Danny McCubbin and Ricky McInnis)
- All music: Pre-k (3), Kindergarten, 4th, 5th, 6th, General music, 7th grade chorus, 8th grade chorus, High School Praise Band (under Ricky McInnis and Ken Price)
- All music: pre-k3, pre-k4, 4th, 5th, 6th general music, 7th chorus, 8th chorus, High School Praise Band (under Ricky McInnis (1st semester), under Pastors Chuck Lewis, and Dr. Mike Parker, (semester 2)
- While teaching at Westside my teaching responsibilities included the normal tasks of lesson plans, grades, and writing and forming curriculum guides for music. I was also responsible for lining up music for elementary chapel and for middle school/high school chapel as well as running the sound and media for school events.
- In 2013-2014 school year I took our first chorus class to the ACSI Music Festival in McDonough Ga. We took three soloists that year and they all received superior ratings. We participated in the same event this past school year. During the 2013-2014 school year our school I also participated in the first GICAA Literary Festival.
Marianna Middle School
Marianna, FL
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Chorus, Math, Social Studies in grades 6-8
Education
Master of Arts in Teaching - Special Education
Walden University
05.2022 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Music
The Baptist College Of Florida
Graceville, FL 08.2000 - 12.2004
High School Diploma -
Niceville High School
Niceville, FL 08.1995 - 06.1999
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans ieps
- Small group instruction
- Relationship building
- Co-teaching experience
- Lesson planning
- Collaborative teamwork
- Data management
Certification
- Georgia Professional Teaching Certificate GAPSC Cert #: 1522205
- ACSI Temporary Certificate 2011-2016
- Florida Teacher Certification - Temporary 2005-2008
Timeline
Sped Teacher
Upson Lee Middle School
01.2024 - 01.2026
Sped Teacher
Upson Lee Primary School
01.2023 - 01.2024
Master of Arts in Teaching - Special Education
Walden University
05.2022 - 04.2024
Sub, Sped Para, Sped Teacher
Crisp County Primary School
01.2021 - 01.2023
Elementary Music Teacher
Central Fellowship Christian Academy
01.2015 - 01.2018
Westside Christian Academy
01.2011 - 01.2015
Marianna Middle School
01.2005 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Music
The Baptist College Of Florida
08.2000 - 12.2004
High School Diploma -
Niceville High School
08.1995 - 06.1999