Michelle Casados-Montoya
Lakewood,CO
Summary
Dynamic professional with expertise in conflict management, leadership, and education. Proven ability to enhance literacy outcomes through culturally responsive strategies and student-centered support. Strong relationship-building skills foster collaboration among students, parents, and educators. Demonstrates exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences effectively.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intervention Literacy
Guardian Angels Catholic School
Denver, Colorado
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Developed individualized reading plans for students based on assessment data.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement effective reading strategies in classrooms.
- Conducted regular assessments to monitor student progress and adjust interventions.
- Facilitated small group sessions to enhance reading skills and comprehension.
- Interpreted assessment data to determine best intervention methods for students.
- Conducted assessments of student's reading abilities, including phonemic awareness and fluency.
- Utilized various teaching techniques such as visual aids, manipulatives, and technology-based programs to reinforce learning objectives.
- Provided intensive, individualized intervention to students in reading and language arts.
- Created engaging reading materials tailored to diverse learning needs.
- Analyzed student data to identify trends, guiding instructional decisions and enhancing intervention effectiveness.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards meeting literacy goals set forth in IEPs.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to develop strategies for improving student literacy performance.
- Communicated student progress and intervention strategies to parents, fostering collaboration for student success.
- Established positive, engaging classroom environment, promoting literacy skill development and student engagement.
- Engaged students in activities that promoted critical thinking about text content and structure.
- Encouraged love of reading and promoted literacy to students.
- Implemented instructional techniques to accomplish intervention goals.
- Evaluated student needs to provide helpful resources and support.
Salon Coordinator
Base Coat Nail Salon
Denver, CO
10.2018 - 04.2021
- Coordinated master schedule for salon, managing client appointments and personnel schedules to optimize service delivery and promotional events.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to inquiries and resolving customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Trained new staff on salon procedures and customer service standards to ensure consistent service quality and improve client satisfaction.
- Supported marketing initiatives through social media campaigns and creation of promotional materials to enhance salon visibility.
- Planned promotional events such as special offers or discounts in order to attract new customers.
- Monitored inventory and initiated orders to ensure adequate stock.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
- Provided front desk support, greeting clients and handling inquiries professionally.
- Supported the administration team with HR and onboarding processes, including employee paperwork, interviewing coordination, I-9 and W-4 documentation, confidentiality agreements, and new hire onboarding.
- Assisted in developing marketing strategies for increasing customer base.
- Opened salon to prepare for daily demands by setting up registers, counting totals and organizing all needed supplies.
- Utilized successful strategies for sales, customer service and daily operations to continuously improve overall business and customer base.
- Supervised banking procedures, cash flow, and accounting processes.
- Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines.
- Processed invoices associated with purchases made by the salon staff or customers.
- Maintained cleanliness of the salon area by ensuring that all equipment was properly sanitized and disinfected before use.
Teacher
Jefferson County Public Schools
08.1995 - 05.2019
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance student understanding and participation.
- Implemented assessment tools to evaluate student progress and learning outcomes.
- Adapted instructional materials for diverse learning needs and styles.
- Mentored new teachers in classroom management and effective teaching practices.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects, fostering holistic learning experiences.
- Managed classroom behavior using positive reinforcement strategies and techniques.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build an inclusive learning environment.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
- Trained students on emergency protocols to ensure their safety during drills.
- Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills
Education
Master of Arts - Communication
Regis University
Denver, CO12-2015
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Regis University
Denver, CO05-2013
Career And Technical Education Credential - Vocational Education
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO05-1997
Skills
- Literacy assessment tools
- Problem solving
- Cultural awareness
- Conflict resolution
- Public speaking
- Relationship building
- Effective Communication
- Literacy interventions
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited
Affiliations
- Support humanitarian relief efforts through food preparation, packaging, and distribution services for families affected by hurricanes.
Certification
- Restorative Justice Certificate
Timeline
Intervention Literacy
Guardian Angels Catholic School
08.2024 - 05.2025
Salon Coordinator
Base Coat Nail Salon
10.2018 - 04.2021
Teacher
Jefferson County Public Schools
08.1995 - 05.2019
Master of Arts - Communication
Regis University
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Regis University
Career And Technical Education Credential - Vocational Education
Colorado State University