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Michele J. Matava

Farmington,CT

Summary

Dynamic educator with expertise in curriculum development and innovative teaching strategies, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Social Studies/6th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher

Griswold Middle School
08.1998 - Current
  • Led curriculum development for diverse educational settings, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
  • Implemented innovative teaching strategies to foster critical thinking and historical analysis skills.
  • Mentored new teachers in effective classroom management and instructional techniques.
  • Collaborated with faculty to integrate interdisciplinary approaches in social studies programs.
  • Developed assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adapt teaching methods accordingly.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected social studies content to other subject areas.
  • Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.

Education

Master of Science - Teaching of History

American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN
03-2026

Master of Science - Teaching English As A Second Language

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN

Master of Science - Remedial Reading And Language Arts

Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education W/ Concentration in Soc Sci

Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT

Skills

  • #102 Remedial Reading
  • #013 K-6 Elementary Education
  • # 026 7-12 Social Studies

Timeline

Social Studies/6th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher

Griswold Middle School
08.1998 - Current

Master of Science - Teaching of History

American College of Education

Master of Science - Teaching English As A Second Language

Walden University

Master of Science - Remedial Reading And Language Arts

Central Connecticut State University

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education W/ Concentration in Soc Sci

Central Connecticut State University

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