Michelle Baird
Sherman,Connecticut
Summary
Hardworking Middle School Teacher bringing 20 years of education experience. Adept at delivering lessons, evaluating student progress and preparing for standardized tests. Dedicated educator offering friendly and relatable approach.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher
Sherman School
Sherman, CT
08.2006 - Current
- Responsible for teaching well designed reading and writing lessons that provide high quality instruction and meet the expected content standards.
- Deliver instruction using the workshop model to provide students with independent work, small group work, and individual conferences for targeted instruction.
- Provide intervention for struggling students and enrichment opportunities for learners ready for the next challenge.
- Monitor student progress and performance by providing feedback on assignments and tests.
- Serve on several committees including PDEC, Curriculum Committee, Gifted and Talented Committee, PBIS Committee, and Fine Arts Committee.
- Direct the School Play in the spring.
- Plan the end of year field trip to Quassy Amusement Park for the entire Middle School student body.
- Act as a TEAM mentor and cooperating teacher to student teachers and first year teachers providing feedback and support in their growth as beginning teachers.
Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher
North Central Charter Essential School
Fitchburg, MA
08.2003 - 06.2006
- Attended professional development workshops regularly in order to stay current with best practices within the field of education.
- Incorporated creative elements into lessons such as music or art projects related to the material being studied.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades, test scores, and other relevant data.
- Encouraged students to participate in class discussions about literature.
- Planned and delivered professional development workshops at the Essential School National Conference two years in a row.
- Acted as Middle School Team Leader, running meetings and planning Middle School events
Education
Master of Education - Secondary English Education
University of Massachusetts
Amherst, MA05-2003
Skills
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Background in English Language Arts
- Organizational Ability
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Activity Planning
- Team Collaboration
- Lesson Planning
- Student Assessments
- Curriculum Implementation
Certification
- CT Professional Educator License 015, English Grades 7-12
- CT Professional Educator License 215, English, Middle School
Affiliations
Freelance Editor
and founder of Baird Books Literacy Agency
I have worked as a freelance editor for independent authors who have self-published their books. With my background in teaching Middle School English, I have skills and knowledge needed to edit for grammar, punctuation, and spelling as well as make revision suggestions for plot elements and content. As an editor that does more than copy-editing, I look for ways to make a story appealing to readers. I ensure that a story is clear and understandable as well as interesting.
Books that I have published:
The Fall from Lunathal by Christopher S. Carlone
The Slippery Skirmish by Christopher S. Carlone
The Children of Starlight by Christopher S. Carlone
In addition to Christopher S. Carlone, I am currently working with two other authors who are getting their manuscripts ready for publication.
Timeline
Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher
Sherman School
08.2006 - Current
Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher
North Central Charter Essential School
08.2003 - 06.2006
Master of Education - Secondary English Education
University of Massachusetts
- CT Professional Educator License 015, English Grades 7-12
- CT Professional Educator License 215, English, Middle School
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