MELVA PHELPS
Pflugerville,TX
Summary
Instructional leader with a strong background in elementary education, focused on enhancing student achievement through aligned curriculum and data-driven instructional practices. Recognized for excellence in teacher coaching and facilitating professional learning communities to drive improvements. Recently earned Principal Certification and actively promotes effective instructional strategies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Summer High School Assistant Principal
Manor ISD
Manor, TX
05.2026 - Current
- Collaborated with high school faculty and staff to develop curriculum improvements aligned with Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) state standards and student needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Coordinated End-of-Course (EOC) assessment administration, ensuring compliance with state testing protocols and secure test environments, resulting in timely data analysis for performance evaluations.
- Managed student support systems, behavioral expectations, and daily operational logistics as an active campus administrator for the summer program, ensuring smooth program operations.
Instructional Coach
Lagos Elementary (Manor ISD)
Manor, TX
07.2025 - Current
- Delivered targeted instructional coaching and actionable feedback to teachers, enhancing daily TEKS-aligned instruction.
- Facilitated campus PLC meetings centered on student data analysis, lesson planning, and high-yield instructional strategies to improve instructional practices.
- Supported strategic implementation of Tier 1 differentiated instruction and targeted small-group interventions, fostering student engagement and academic progress.
- Collaborate with the campus leadership team to design and deliver professional development sessions tailored to school growth goals.
4th Grade Teacher / Team Leader
Manor ISD
Manor, TX
07.2021 - 07.2025
- Led grade-level instructional planning blocks and conducted routine data analysis to enhance student performance outcomes.
- Designed and implemented targeted interventions based directly on student formative and summative performance data.
- Mentored and coached new teachers, modeling effective classroom practices to promote rigorous instruction.
- Fostered collaborative family partnerships to support holistic student success.
Instructional Coach (Summer Program)
Breakthrough Central Texas
Austin, TX
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Coached incoming teachers on high-leverage instructional strategies and proactive classroom management techniques to enhance classroom effectiveness.
- Provided real-time observational feedback and facilitated professional learning sessions, fostering accelerated teacher development.
- Developed instructional materials aligned with curriculum standards for diverse learners.
- Facilitated professional development workshops for teachers to enhance instructional strategies.
- Collaborated with educators to create engaging lesson plans that support student needs.
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Manor ISD
Manor, TX
07.2017 - 07.2021
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to address diverse student learning styles, fostering individual growth.
- Developed engaging, vertically aligned lesson plans that fostered student creativity and critical thinking.
- Collaborated with campus colleagues to refine curriculum delivery and instructional strategies, enhancing overall student engagement.
- Managed classroom behavior to ensure a safe and positive learning environment, supporting student focus and participation.
Education
Principal Certification -
Region 13
05-2026
Texas Teacher Certification -
Web-Centric Alternative Certification Program
01-2018
Master of Science - Human Behavior
Capella University
01-2015
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Southern Mississippi
01-2010
Skills
- Instructional planning
- Differentiated instruction
- Assessment coordination
- Curriculum mapping
- Data-driven decisions
- PLC Facilitation & Collaboration
- Teacher Mentoring & Coaching
- Student Discipline
- Strong Communication & Rapport
Accomplishments
- Teacher of the Year, Lagos Elementary, 2023
- Rookie Teacher of the Year, Manor ISD, 2018
Timeline
Summer High School Assistant Principal
Manor ISD
05.2026 - Current
Instructional Coach
Lagos Elementary (Manor ISD)
07.2025 - Current
4th Grade Teacher / Team Leader
Manor ISD
07.2021 - 07.2025
Instructional Coach (Summer Program)
Breakthrough Central Texas
01.2021 - 01.2024
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Manor ISD
07.2017 - 07.2021
Principal Certification -
Region 13
Texas Teacher Certification -
Web-Centric Alternative Certification Program
Master of Science - Human Behavior
Capella University
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Southern Mississippi