MERLE LEDUC
Elementary School Educator
Montclair,VA
Summary
Professional educator with a focus on mentorship and instructional excellence. Known for enhancing teaching techniques and fostering a collaborative atmosphere. Valued for adaptability and reliable teamwork, consistently achieving positive educational outcomes. Adept at curriculum development and conflict resolution.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
ESOL Teacher
Prince William County Public Schools
Woodbridge, VA
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Developed and implemented innovative lesson plans for ESOL students, utilizing a variety of teaching methods to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create instructional materials and activities that incorporated English language acquisition objectives.
- Collaborated with other educators and parents to meet the unique needs of ESL students.
- Utilized technology to enhance ESL students' learning.
- Supported new ESL teachers by providing resources and knowledge to implement into classrooms.
- Prepared reports on students and activities as required by the administration.
- Observed and evaluated the performance of other instructors.
- Prepared and administered written, oral, reading, and writing state tests with a 90% growth rate
Third Grade Team Leader
Prince William County Public Schools
Dumfries, Virginia
08.2009 - 08.2022
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student achievement in mathematics, reading, writing, and other core subjects.
- Facilitated collaboration between teachers, administrators, and parents to ensure best practices were utilized.
- Provided professional development opportunities for staff members to enhance their teaching skills.
- Implemented innovative instructional techniques to engage learners at different levels of understanding.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to new teachers entering the district.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members using collaborative problem-solving techniques.
- Formulated team goals and objectives with a focus on improving student performance.
- Cultivated a culture of trust amongst colleagues through open communication and mutual respect.
- Established positive relationships with students, staff members, and families to create an inclusive environment.
- Participated in IEP meetings to discuss appropriate accommodations for special needs students.
- Assessed student needs through individual conferences or small group meetings.
- Provided professional development opportunities for staff members to enhance their teaching skills.
- Analyzed data from assessments to identify areas of improvement in instruction and curriculum design.
- Monitored teacher performance by conducting observations of classrooms regularly.
- Monitored and analyzed class performance to determine mastery of taught content.
- Administered standardized ability and achievement tests and interpreted results to determine student strengths and areas of need.
- Served as Math Lead for grades 3-5 (2012-2022)
- Origo school trainer grades 3-5
- Mastery Connect trainer and lead grades 1-5
- SOL achievement rate of 85% or higher for math and reading
Education
Master of Arts (M.A.) - Educational Leadership Admin and Supervision K-12
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA05.2017
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - German
University of Mary Washington
Fredericksburg, VA05.2007
Skills
- Teaching and learning facilitation
- Mentoring teachers
- Organizational proficiency
- Diversity initiatives
- Career advancement initiatives
- Leadership development
- Effective time management
- Experience in special education
- Collaborative teamwork
- Collaborative coaching
Certification
PreK-3 General Education Teaching License/Virginia
Publications
Presenter at the Children's Engineering Conference ITEEA (International Technology and Engineering Educators Association) 2014 and 2015 and at the Virginia Children's Engineering Conference 2016
Accomplishments
Named "Mentor of the Year" at Prince William County Schools in 2018
Timeline
ESOL Teacher
Prince William County Public Schools
08.2022 - 06.2024
Third Grade Team Leader
Prince William County Public Schools
08.2009 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - German
University of Mary Washington
Master of Arts (M.A.) - Educational Leadership Admin and Supervision K-12
Regent University
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