Michelle Baxter
Gilroy,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented educator with a passion for student success. Experienced in elementary education, preschool management, and online eduction. Dedicated to fostering lifelong learners in a positive virtual learning environment. Skilled in communication with students and parents to ensure engagement and progress.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Transitional Kindergarten Teacher
California Academy Of Virtual Learning
Remote
08.2020 - Current
- Skilled in utilizing a variety of educational technologies and online platforms to enhance virtual learning experiences, including interactive whiteboards, educational apps, and video conferencing tools.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Ability to tailor instruction and learning activities to accommodate the diverse needs and learning styles of TK students in a virtual classroom, including providing additional support or enrichment as needed
PRESCHOOL TEACHER / OWNER
Lighthouse Preschool
01.2004 - 03.2020
- Strong communication skills with parents and children
- Creates lessons that are age appropriate and interactive
- In charge of enrollment and parent contracts
- Works with teachers to evaluate children's progress and conducts parent conferences
- In charge of training and hiring staff
- Maintains a clean facility and meets state regulations.
ELEMENTARY TEACHER
Del Buono Elementary
01.1998 - 01.2001
- Responsible for ensuring that all students fully comprehended the taught curriculum and provided support to students who required extra guidance
- Worked closely with other teachers to ensure all avenues of the curriculum are met and delivered to the students
- Adopted distinctive teaching methods, documented all lessons, organized collaborative group discussions, and mentored troubled students
- Kept open communication with parents.
Education
B.S. Environmental Studies -
San Jose State University
San Jose, CASkills
- Classroom Management Skills
- Technical Skills
- Developing Lesson Plans
- Interpersonal Skills
- Time Management Skills
- Meeting Deadlines
Certification
- Credential Program, National University, San Jose, CA, 1998-1999
- Professional Clear Multiple Subject Teaching Credential, California, 2002
- CLAD CERTIFICATE, Cross-cultural Language & Academic Development Emphasis, California, 2002
Timeline
Transitional Kindergarten Teacher
California Academy Of Virtual Learning
08.2020 - Current
PRESCHOOL TEACHER / OWNER
Lighthouse Preschool
01.2004 - 03.2020
ELEMENTARY TEACHER
Del Buono Elementary
01.1998 - 01.2001
B.S. Environmental Studies -
San Jose State University