Michelle Breland
Lake,MS
Summary
Accomplished teacher successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation for 30 years. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
2nd Grade Teacher
Scott County School District
Lake, MS
08.2012 - 05.2022
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning.
- Sourced supplies to fill gaps in student activities.
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
- Kept classroom clean, organized and safe for students and visitors.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
3rd and 4th Grade Teacher
Newton County School System
Decatur , MS
08.2000 - 05.2012
- Planned learning activities to address individual differences among students
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process
7th Grade Science Teacher
Newton Public Schools
Newton, MS
08.1997 - 05.2000
- Developed and implemented both group and individual lesson plans for students in accordance with established science curriculum
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites and other educational materials
7th Grade Science Teacher
Louisville Public Schools
Louisville, MS
08.1993 - 05.1997
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites and other educational materials
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills
8th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Biloxi Public Schools
Biloxi, MS
08.1990 - 05.1993
- Utilized group and hands-on learning experiences for proficient teacher evaluation score
- Instructed more than 75 middle school students through lectures, discussions, group activities and demonstrations
Education
Bachelor of Science - College of Education
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS05.1992
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
East Central Community College
Decatur, MS05.1990
High School Diploma -
Lake High School
Lake, MS05.1988
Skills
- Standardized tests ( Data Committee)
- Curriculum selection ( IREADY,Phonic First, Encase21,Envision Math, One Stop)
- Team collaboration( Host and planned multiple PLC meetings)
- Organizational skills
- Activity Planning(Organized and planned multiple events)
- Group and individual instruction
- Differentiated instruction (TIER, SEAS Programs)
- Classroom management/Classroom transformation
- Lesson Planning
- Lead Teacher(10 years)
- Monitor Teacher
- Leader in Me
- Trained at the Ron Clark Academy (50 hours)
Timeline
2nd Grade Teacher
Scott County School District
08.2012 - 05.2022
3rd and 4th Grade Teacher
Newton County School System
08.2000 - 05.2012
7th Grade Science Teacher
Newton Public Schools
08.1997 - 05.2000
7th Grade Science Teacher
Louisville Public Schools
08.1993 - 05.1997
8th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Biloxi Public Schools
08.1990 - 05.1993
Bachelor of Science - College of Education
Mississippi State University
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
East Central Community College
High School Diploma -
Lake High School
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