Michelle Rice
Williston,ND
Summary
Dedicated educator specializing in curriculum development and classroom management. Focus on fostering social-emotional growth and building strong parent-teacher relationships through engaging lesson plans and differentiated instruction that meets diverse learning needs.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher 1st Grade
Williston Basin School District #7
Williston, North Dakota
07.2026 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding and participation.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Communicated effectively with parents about student performance and classroom activities.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and provided feedback for improvement.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
- Evaluated students on monthly basis and adjusted lessons accordingly to incorporate improvements.
- Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects across various subjects.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Integrated technology into lessons to support diverse learning styles and needs.
- Utilized technology such as interactive whiteboards and online resources to enhance instruction.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Organized extracurricular activities to promote student engagement and teamwork skills.
- Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching practices and methodologies.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
- Evaluated students on monthly basis and adjusted lessons accordingly to incorporate improvements.
Substitute Teacher - 2nd Grade
Williston Basin School District #7
Williston, ND
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding and participation.
- Developed lesson plans to introduce concepts in language arts, mathematics, science and social studies.
- Facilitated classroom activities that promote teamwork and social skills among students.
- Facilitated small group activities that addressed specific academic objectives.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and tailored instruction accordingly.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Assisted in developing Individual Education Plans for special education students.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to create a positive learning environment.
- Created an environment conducive to learning through positive reinforcement and behavior management strategies.
- Utilized educational technology tools to support interactive learning experiences for students.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills by providing engaging projects and assignments.
- Communicated with parents to discuss student performance and address concerns promptly.
- Promoted parent involvement by scheduling meetings throughout the school year and encouraging attendance at school events.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that enrich curriculum delivery.
- Organized and led field trips that align with educational objectives and enhance learning opportunities.
- Attended professional development workshops on new teaching techniques and technologies.
- Incorporated multiculturalism into lessons by introducing different cultures from around the world.
- Created customized grading rubrics powerful assessment tools.
- Invited guest speakers to classroom to excite and engage students.
- Maintained accurate and comprehensive records of student performance and attendance.
Title I Specialist
Johnson County School District
Buffalo , WY
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to encourage student participation and critical thinking.
- Implemented assessment tools to evaluate student learning and progress.
- Maintained a positive classroom environment through effective behavior management strategies.
- Adapted instructional methods to meet diverse learning needs of students.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects and activities.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
Kindergarten Teacher
Williston School District
Williston
09.2023 - 05.2025
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences, and workshops
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities
- Assisted in curriculum development to align lessons with state standards and improve overall instructional quality
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments to inform instructional decisions
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in early childhood education
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on lesson planning, classroom management, and instructional strategies
- Built strong relationships with families, facilitating open communication to support student success
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students
- Utilized assessment data to modify instruction and target areas of weakness for individual students
- Collaborated with colleagues to resource share and develop solutions for classroom challenges, enhancing overall teaching effectiveness
- Fostered social-emotional growth in students through daily morning meetings, conflict resolution strategies, and character education lessons
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student
- Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons
- Created, managed, and participated in a variety of learning environments and activities to support opportunities for students to develop full potential and achieve learning objectives
- Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support
- Collaborated with other faculty and staff to promote rigorous learning opportunities, general well-being of school and collective interest of staff and student body
- Identified characteristics, needs, abilities, and problems of each child through personal interaction and progress reports to optimize approaches
- Maintained stimulating learning environments through original, interactive classroom layouts and displays
- Applied evidence-based practices for classroom management to enhance learning results
- Established child-centered learning environment applying mental health and educational psychology practices to promote student well-being and academic growth
- Facilitated educational games to enhance student engagement and understanding of subjects with students to increase understanding of subjects
- Developed and implemented individualized educational plans for special needs children
- Engaged administrators, parents and colleagues with learning programs to improve educational outcomes
- Teamed with other professionals to enhance student learning experiences
- Scheduled and coordinated parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and collaboratively set improvement goals to address student progress and collaboratively set goals for areas of improvement
- Collaborated in planning, organizing and implementing instructional programs to facilitate academic, intellectual and social development
- Advanced learning techniques by using differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate student needs
- Created and supervised a variety of hands-on learning activities for fun and engagement
- Helped struggling students by motivating and encouraging kids to reach full potential
- Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature, and handwriting
- Rewarded student success by utilizing praise and positive reinforcement techniques
- Developed and implemented behavior management strategies for creation of ideal learning environment
- Encouraged and prepared students to become independent readers through systematic, multisensory instruction in phonemic awareness and decoding skills
- Established and maintained consistent classroom rules and expectations for obedience
- Utilized various assessment strategies to evaluate student performance
- Inspired students to take ownership of learning and become autonomous thinkers
- Monitored use of technology, enhancing student learning and technological skills
- Incorporated art, music and physical activity into curriculum for well-rounded education
- Designed innovative initiatives to engage parents in educational process for student benefit
- Promoted social and emotional learning by creating social activities and clubs
- Provided support to students by advocating for their needs within the school and community by serving as advocate for children in school and community.
Kindergarten Teacher
McKenzie County School District
Williston
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plan for each student
- Created child-centered learning environment applying sound mental health and educational psychology practices to foster student engagement and well-being
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences
- Applied evidence-based practices for classroom management to enhance learning results
- Encouraged and prepared students to become independent readers through systematic, multisensory instruction in phonemic awareness and decoding skills
- Cultivated language skills through traditional poems, nursery rhymes, and riddles, promoting comprehension, vocabulary development, and a love of language among students
- Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature and handwriting.
- Created, managed and participated in variety of learning environments and activities to support opportunities for students to develop full potential and achieve learning objectives
- Integrated outdoor education into lesson plans
- Identified characteristics, needs, abilities and problems of each child through personal interaction and progress reports to optimize approaches
- Arranged parent-teacher conferences to address student progress and collaboratively set goals for areas of improvement
- Collaborated with other faculty and staff to promote rigorous learning opportunities, general well-being of school and collective interest of staff and student body
- Collaborated with colleagues to create and use enhanced technology and smart boards
- Played games with students to increase understanding of subjects
Kindergarten Teacher
Williston Public School District 1
Williston
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plan for each student
- Assessed comprehensive student growth across academic, social and personal skills
- Collaborated to plan, organize and implement instructional programs that enhanced academic, intellectual and social development
- Observed and assessed student performance and charted progress.
- Created child-centered learning environment applying sound mental health and educational psychology practices to support student well-being
- Introduced read-aloud literature to stimulate imagination and build comprehension and vocabulary
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences
- Applied evidence-based practices for classroom management to enhance learning results
- Provided guidance on policies and initiatives for kindergarten teaching team
- Collaborated with other faculty and staff to promote rigorous learning opportunities, general well-being of school and collective interest of staff and student body
- Reported to parents and administration about student progress
- Created, managed and participated in variety of learning environments and activities to support opportunities for students to develop full potential and achieve learning objectives
- Integrated outdoor education into lesson plans to enrich student engagement and learning experiences
- Identified characteristics, needs, abilities and problems of each child through personal interaction and progress reports to optimize approaches
- Arranged parent-teacher conferences to address student progress and collaboratively set goals for areas of improvement
- Encouraged and prepared students to become independent readers through systematic, multisensory instruction in phonemic awareness and decoding skills
- Cultivated language skills through use of traditional poems, nursery rhymes and riddles to help students develop comprehension, vocabulary and love of language
- Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature and handwriting.
Kindergarten Teacher
McKenzie County School District
Williston
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences focused on student progress and collaboratively set targeted goals for improvement
- Encouraged and prepared students to become independent readers through systematic, multisensory instruction in phonemic awareness and decoding skills
- Cultivated language skills through use of traditional poems, nursery rhymes and riddles to help students develop comprehension, vocabulary and love of language
- Assessed comprehensive student growth across academic, social and personal skills
- Coordinated planning, organizing, and implementing instructional programs that supported academic, intellectual, and social development
- Observed and assessed student performance and charted progress.
- Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature and handwriting
- Introduced read-aloud literature to stimulate imagination and build comprehension and vocabulary
- Engaged students in educational games to reinforce understanding of subjects to increase understanding of subjects
- Established child-centered learning environment that emphasized sound mental health and educational psychology practices
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plan for each student
- Pioneered multi-age kindergarten and first-grade class to build early literacy and math skills and promote independent reading
- Integrated outdoor education into lesson plans
- Applied evidence-based practices for classroom management to enhance learning results.
Kindergarten Teacher
Martin Luther School
Bismarck, ND
07.2017 - 05.2018
- Encouraged and prepared students to become independent readers through systematic, multisensory instruction in phonemic awareness and decoding skills
- Taught kindergarten students in a variety of subjects, including math, science, language arts, and social studies.
- Created a positive, safe, and stimulating classroom environment for young children.
- Promoted an inclusive learning environment that respected diversity among students.
- Developed and implemented creative lesson plans to engage students in learning activities.
- Created and managed diverse learning environments and activities that supported students in achieving their full potential and meeting learning objectives
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on best practices in early childhood education.
- Collaborated in planning, organizing and implementing instructional programs to facilitate academic, intellectual and social development
- Collaborated with other teachers and administrators in development, evaluation, and revision of kindergarten programs.
- Collaborated with other teachers to develop curriculum plans.
- Incorporated technology into daily lessons to enhance learning experiences.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create and use enhanced technology and smart boards
- Observed and assessed student performance and charted progress
- Assessed student progress through observations and assessments.
- Communicated student progress to parents through regular updates and discussions, fostering collaborative support for student learning
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and determine priorities for children and resource needs.
- Established and maintained open communication with parents and guardians to ensure a collaborative approach to learning.
- Established relationships with families from diverse backgrounds through open communication.
- Identified characteristics, needs, abilities and problems of each child through personal interaction and progress reports to optimize approaches
- Provided individualized instruction and support to students, addressing their unique needs and learning styles.
- Prepared materials to help children explore environment through learning activities and active play.
- Maintained well-kept classroom that encouraged children to create, explore, and make decisions.
- Used appropriate behavior management techniques to enhance student learning.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences
- Implemented positive reinforcement strategies when addressing disciplinary issues.
- Coordinated with specialists such as speech therapists and psychologists to address student needs.
- Assessed child's developmental needs on ongoing basis.
- Delegated tasks to teacher assistants and school volunteers
- Collaborated with other faculty and staff to promote rigorous learning opportunities, general well-being of school and collective interest of staff and student body.
- Implemented and adapted inclusive teaching strategies and accommodations for students with special needs or diverse learning abilities.
- Provided individualized instruction and support to students, addressing their unique needs and learning styles.
- Taught developmentally appropriate skills to promote academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and determine priorities for children and resource needs.
- Prepared materials, classrooms and other indoor and outdoor spaces to facilitate creative play, learning, and motor-skill activities and safety.
- Collaborated with other teachers and administrators in development, evaluation, and revision of kindergarten programs.
Education Coordinator
Early Head Start
Dickinson, ND
07.2016 - 07.2017
- Instructed students individually and in groups, adapted teaching methods to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Prepared children for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
- Organized and led activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development, such as games, arts, and crafts, music and storytelling.
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Conferred with parents or guardians and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- Modeled behavioral and social skills to help students learn, respect, and enforce proper boundaries.
- Arranged classroom and lessons to provide opportunities for students to observe, question, and investigate new concepts.
- Provided diverse materials and resources for children to explore new concepts and learn problem-solving.
- Established clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicated those objectives to children.
- Facilitated reading groups and activities to encourage inclusive and engaged learning.
- Engaged in discussions regarding individual students' needs and academic progress with relevant stakeholders.
- Prepared objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines, and requirements of states and schools.
- Supervised, evaluated, and plan assignments for teacher assistants and volunteers.
- Researched and selected classroom materials and instructional tools in alignment with school requirements.
- Maintained accurate and complete student records and prepared reports on children and activities as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
- Guided and counseled students with adjustment or academic problems or special academic interests.
- Developed outreach plan that promoted school programs and services, resulting in increased enrollment.
- Provided guidance counseling services to assist struggling students.
- Maintained strong relationships with community organizations to provide additional resources for students.
- Monitored the implementation of school policies related to education programs.
- Offered guidance and support to teachers for improving instructional practices and strategies.
- Conducted professional development workshops for teachers, enhancing instructional skills and contributing to improved teacher satisfaction ratings.
- Interviewed potential teaching staff to make recommendations for center placement.
- Assisted in developing assessment tools to measure student learning objectives.
- Developed policy and procedure manuals regarding structure and function of education department.
- Facilitated workshops for faculty on effective teaching methods, leading to enriched classroom practices and student engagement.
- Designed surveys and conducted focus groups to evaluate education programming.
- Conducted regular evaluations of classroom instruction and provided feedback to staff members.
- Advised administration on current trends in educational practices.
- Conducted class observations with teaching staff, reviewing results and discussing improvement plans for alternative classroom management.
- Collaborated with faculty members to develop curricula that meets state standards.
- Observed teaching methods and examined learning materials to evaluate and standardize curricula and teaching techniques.
- Recruited, hired and trained primary and supplemental staff.
- Directed, coordinated, and evaluated activities of personnel, including support staff engaged in administering academic institutions, departments, or alumni organizations.
- Established operational policies and procedures and made any necessary modifications, based on analysis of operations, demographics, and other research information.
- Directed and participated in institutional fundraising activities.
Executive Director
Jitterbugs Preschool & Daycare Center
Sidney, MT
07.2014 - 05.2016
- Provided executive leadership in setting long-term goals and objectives, creating policies, and developing procedures for the organization.
- Led fundraising initiatives to secure significant financial contributions from individuals, corporations, foundations, and government sources, supporting the organization's mission.
- Planned and implemented strategic initiatives to drive organizational growth, enhance team performance, and maximize revenue.
- Collaborated with Board of Directors to ensure alignment between organizational mission and vision, core values, and operations.
- Consulted with government regulatory and licensing agencies to confirm institution's conformance with applicable standards.
- Evaluated existing programs for effectiveness, identified gaps in services, and recommended changes or new approaches.
- Negotiated and secured partnerships with external organizations to advance the mission of the organization.
- Promoted university through active participation in community, state, and national events, and by forging partnerships with industry and secondary education institutions to enhance visibility and collaboration.
- Established key partnerships with local businesses to expand outreach opportunities and build relationships in the community.
- Created a culture of transparency through open communication with staff members at all levels within the organization.
- Directed all aspects of human resources including recruitment, hiring, training, onboarding, employee relations, compensation and benefits administration.
- Led teams of professionals, providing guidance, mentoring, and setting clear objectives.
- Identified development needs and provided planning and leadership to achieve program implementation.
- Devised and implemented targeted strategies to align with organizational goals, streamline operations, and enhance revenue potential.
- Created annual budget to support program operation and meet organizational goals.
- Read and interpreted financial statements and managed budget.
- Developed and achieved financial goals by managing expenses.
- Worked with management team to develop and enhance skill set requirements, gap analysis and training plans.
- Represented the organization at meetings, conferences, and events.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Dickinson State University
ND01-2012
Master of Science - Early Childhood Development
Capella University
MN01-2005
Elementary Administration Credential -
University of Mary
ND01-2002
Skills
- Activity Demonstrations
- Classroom Maintenance and Inventory
- Detail-Oriented
- Reinforcing Learning Concepts
- Lesson Planning and Preparation
- Audio-Visual Demonstrations
- School Community Relations
- Student Needs Assessment
- Classroom Rules Establishment
- Student Performance Evaluation
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Educational Materials Development
- Supervising Classroom Activities
- Creating a Safe Learning Environment
- Computer Proficiency
- Relationship Building
- Basic Skills Teaching
- Time Management
- Field Trip Supervision
- Organizing and Distributing Materials
- Social Development Activities
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
- Class Reading
- Problem Solving
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Teaching Method Adaptations
- School Policy and Rules Enforcement
- Individual Student Instruction
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Decision Making
- Filing and Classroom Organization
- Experience with Diverse Student Populations
- Instructional Exhibits and Displays
- Play-Based Learning
- Multimedia Educational Software
- Documentation and Reporting
- Student Engagement and Development
- Classroom Supplies Ordering
- Positive Attitude and Energetic
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Behavioral Skills Development
- Educational Games
- Student Learning Support
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
- Team Collaboration
- Assignment Grading
- Individualized Education Plans
- District Standards
- Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
- Motivating and Inspiring Students
- Conflict Resolution
- Curriculum Development
- Classroom Discipline
- Interactive Teaching
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Lesson Planning
- Student Records Management
- Classroom Management
- Elementary Education
- Early Childhood Development
- Curriculum Planning
- IEP specialist
- Smart Classroom
- Behavior Management
- Behavior Modeling
- Special Needs Support
- Health and safety
- Faculty Collaboration
- Classroom Instruction
- Emotional Support
- Early Reading
- Student Counseling
- Classroom Organization
- Group and individual instruction
- Child Development
- Social skills
- Student assessment
- Student needs assessment
- Differentiated Instruction
- Parent Communication
- Technology Integration
- Social-Emotional Learning
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Creative Teaching Strategies
- Individualized Instruction
- Music and Movement
- Language Development
- Fine Motor Skills
- Documentation and Record Keeping
- Outdoor Play Supervision
- Assessment and Evaluation
- Multicultural Education
- Professional Development
- Gross Motor Skills
- Activity Planning
- Student Data Management
- Parent-Teacher Conferences
- Safety Management
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Educational technology
- Differentiated instruction
- Curriculum development
- Team collaboration
- Parent communication
- Conflict resolution
- Professional development
- Critical thinking encouragement
- Behavior management strategies
- Inclusive teaching practices
- Relationship building
- Engaging learning environments
- Group learning mechanics
- Learning strategies
- Standardized testing
- Parent and teacher conferences
- Subject matter expertise
- Small group instruction
- Student evaluations
- Testing and grading
- Test grading
- Reporting and documentation
- Homework assignment
- Team building
- Standardized testing techniques
- Community involvement
- Creative lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Curriculum compliance with ND
- Curriculum implementation
- Assigning and grading work
- Literacy development
- Parent and student communication
Timeline
Teacher 1st Grade
Williston Basin School District #7
07.2026 - Current
Substitute Teacher - 2nd Grade
Williston Basin School District #7
01.2026 - 05.2026
Title I Specialist
Johnson County School District
08.2025 - 12.2025
Kindergarten Teacher
Williston School District
09.2023 - 05.2025
Kindergarten Teacher
McKenzie County School District
08.2021 - 05.2023
Kindergarten Teacher
Williston Public School District 1
08.2019 - 05.2021
Kindergarten Teacher
McKenzie County School District
08.2018 - 05.2019
Kindergarten Teacher
Martin Luther School
07.2017 - 05.2018
Education Coordinator
Early Head Start
07.2016 - 07.2017
Executive Director
Jitterbugs Preschool & Daycare Center
07.2014 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Dickinson State University
Master of Science - Early Childhood Development
Capella University
Elementary Administration Credential -
University of Mary