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Michele Bolger

Lakeland,FL

Summary

Dynamic educator with expertise in differentiated instruction, classroom management, and collaboration. Proven ability to create engaging lesson plans that foster positive learning environments and enhance student achievement.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher - 2nd Grade

Polk County Schools
Lakeland, FL
08.2024 - Current
  • Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning and participation.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse student needs.
  • Fostered a positive classroom environment through effective behavior management techniques.
  • Collaborated with parents and staff to support student academic progress and social development.
  • Implemented classroom management strategies that maintained a structured yet nurturing environment conducive to learning.
  • Led after-school tutoring sessions aimed at reinforcing academic concepts and helping students achieve their full potential.
  • Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on effective lesson planning, assessment strategies, and classroom management techniques.

Teacher - 4th Grade

Sleepy Hill Elementary School
Lakeland, FL
08.2020 - 05.2024
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
  • Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student collaboration and respect.
  • Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles.
  • Assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations, adjusting teaching methods accordingly.

4th and 5th Grade Teacher

North Lakeland Elementary School of Choice
Lakeland, FL
03.2008 - 06.2020
  • Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
  • Fostered a positive classroom environment to enhance student participation.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects and activities.
  • Mentored new teachers on classroom management and instructional best practices.
  • Organized parent-teacher conferences to discuss student performance and goals.
  • Utilized assessment tools to monitor student progress and adjust teaching strategies.

Education

Associate of Science - Business

Hillsborough Community College
Plant City

Associate of Science - Education

Polk State College - EPI
Lakeland
12-2007

Bachelor of Science - Marketing & Management

University of South Florida
Tampa, FL
05-1992

Skills

  • Bilingual in Spanish

Certification

State of Florida Professional Educator's Certificate

*PreK-Third Grade

*Elementary Education K-6

*ESOL Endorsement

*Reading Endorsement

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Teacher - 2nd Grade

Polk County Schools
08.2024 - Current

Teacher - 4th Grade

Sleepy Hill Elementary School
08.2020 - 05.2024

4th and 5th Grade Teacher

North Lakeland Elementary School of Choice
03.2008 - 06.2020

Associate of Science - Business

Hillsborough Community College

Associate of Science - Education

Polk State College - EPI

Bachelor of Science - Marketing & Management

University of South Florida