Michele Rasmussen
Nicholasville,KY
Summary
Experienced and passionate educator with over 20 years of teaching in English and Humanities across high school and technical school settings. National Board Certified Teacher with expertise in curriculum development, student assessment, and instructional leadership. Strong background in professional development and collaboration with a commitment to fostering an inclusive and engaging classroom environment.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English/Language Arts Teacher
Southside Technical Center
07.2012 - Current
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs and styles.
- Evaluated student progress and adjusted instructional strategies accordingly, leading to improved performance for struggling learners.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
English/Language Arts Teacher
East Jessamine High School
07.2001 - 06.2012
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, promoting a more holistic understanding of language arts.
- Promoted critical thinking skills through analytical writing assignments that encouraged students to synthesize information from multiple sources.
- Mentored new teachers in effective lesson planning, classroom management, and assessment methods, contributing to their professional growth.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
Education
Master of Arts - English Education
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY08-2001
Bachelor of Arts - English Education
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY08-2000
Skills
- Technology integration
- College preparation
- Positive reinforcement
- Curriculum development
- Relationship building
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Safe, positive learning environment
Accomplishments
- STLP State Competition (2 teams), 2024
- 2011 Teacher of the Year Nominee, East Jessamine High School
- Presenter at KCTE convention, Feb. 25, 2011
- Kentucky Senate and House Commendations, March 3, 2008, National Board Certification
Professional Development
- KySTE Conference, 2024
- National Board Virtual Academy, 2023
- Innovations for Learning Conference, 2023
- Belfer National Conference for Educators, Virtual, Holocaust Memorial Museum, 2020-2021
- Fayette County Canvas Training (Online Course Development), 2016
- Project-Based Learning Academy, UK Next Generation Learning, 2015
- Collaborative for Teaching and Learning Conference, 2010
Certification
- Secondary English Teaching Certification, Grades 8-12 (Rank I), Commonwealth of Kentucky
- National Board Certification, ELA/Adolescent and Young Adulthood, 2008-2028
Leadership
- District ELA Curriculum Committee, 2018-2020
- District Common Assessment Team, 2018-2020
- Site-Based Decision Making Council Member, 2010-2012
- School-Level CIITS Coordinator, 2012-2013
- STLP Coordinator (Student Technology Leadership Program), 2023-Present
- Graduation Coordinator, 2011
- NHS Sponsor, 2001-2005
Timeline
English/Language Arts Teacher
Southside Technical Center
07.2012 - Current
English/Language Arts Teacher
East Jessamine High School
07.2001 - 06.2012
- Secondary English Teaching Certification, Grades 8-12 (Rank I), Commonwealth of Kentucky
- National Board Certification, ELA/Adolescent and Young Adulthood, 2008-2028
Master of Arts - English Education
University of Kentucky
Bachelor of Arts - English Education
University of Kentucky
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