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Michele Bolton

Little River,SC

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Columbus County Schools
Whiteville, North Carolina
02.2016 - Current
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
  • Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
  • Utilized technology such as interactive whiteboards and online resources to enhance instruction.
  • Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
  • Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
  • Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
  • Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
  • Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
  • Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
  • Organized parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
  • Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
  • Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.

Teacher

Robeson County Schools
Lumberton, NC
04.2014 - 02.2016
  • Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
  • Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
  • Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
  • Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
  • Prepared and graded subject tests for students.
  • Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
  • Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
  • Evaluated students on monthly basis and adjusted lessons accordingly to incorporate improvements.
  • Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
  • Received recognition for contributions to innovative concepts in classroom instruction.
  • Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
  • Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.

Assistant Principal

Union County Schools
Monroe, NC
08.2006 - 08.2014
  • Analyzed data collected from standardized tests to identify areas of improvement in instruction or curriculum design.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed by staff members during school events.
  • Facilitated communication between teachers, administrators and parents regarding student performance issues.
  • Assisted in developing budgets for various departments within the school system.
  • Coordinated professional development activities for faculty members to enhance instructional practices.
  • Collaborated with district administrators on curriculum development initiatives.
  • Developed and implemented school policies, procedures and programs for student achievement.
  • Conducted regular meetings with parents to discuss their children's academic progress.
  • Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations, reviews of lesson plans and feedback from parents and students.
  • Monitored student behavior and discipline in accordance with district regulations.
  • Attended conferences related to educational leadership or policy making.
  • Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations and feedback sessions.
  • Reviewed textbooks, library resources and other instructional materials for appropriateness in meeting educational standards.
  • Participated in committees responsible for evaluating proposed changes to curricula or assessment systems.

Teacher

Union County Public Schools
08.2002 - 08.2006
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
  • Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
  • Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
  • Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
  • Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
  • Organized parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
  • Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
  • Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
  • Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
  • Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
  • Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
  • Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
  • Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
  • Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
  • Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
  • Received recognition for contributions to innovative concepts in classroom instruction.
  • Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
  • Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
  • Scheduled tutoring sessions to help students improve grades and gain better grasp course material.

Teacher

Parsippany Troy Hills
Parsippany, New Jersey
08.1992 - 08.2000
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
  • Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
  • Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
  • Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
  • Organized parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
  • Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
  • Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
  • Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
  • Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
  • Received recognition for contributions to innovative concepts in classroom instruction.
  • Scheduled tutoring sessions to help students improve grades and gain better grasp course material.

Education

Master of Arts - School Adminstration/Curriculum And Supervision

University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, NC
12-2009

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

St. Bonaventure University
Saint Bonaventure, NY
05-1990

High School Diploma -

Villawalsh Academy
Moorestown, NJ
06-1986

Skills

  • Lesson planning
  • Classroom management
  • Curriculum development
  • Assessment strategies
  • Data analysis
  • Professional collaboration
  • Parent engagement
  • Behavioral management
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Team building
  • Conflict resolution
  • Creative lesson plan development
  • Curriculum implementation
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Community involvement
  • Program development
  • IEP planning
  • Data-driven instruction
  • Verbal and written communication

Timeline

Teacher

Columbus County Schools
02.2016 - Current

Teacher

Robeson County Schools
04.2014 - 02.2016

Assistant Principal

Union County Schools
08.2006 - 08.2014

Teacher

Union County Public Schools
08.2002 - 08.2006

Teacher

Parsippany Troy Hills
08.1992 - 08.2000

Master of Arts - School Adminstration/Curriculum And Supervision

University of North Carolina At Charlotte

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

St. Bonaventure University

High School Diploma -

Villawalsh Academy
Michele Bolton