Michelle Christensen
Fruitland,MD
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience in several schools throughout Wicomico County. Skilled in lesson plan development and fostering parent rapport. Proven ability to enhance student progress through diversified instruction and effective assessment strategies. Committed to creating engaging learning environments that promote critical thinking and self-esteem among students.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
2nd Grade Teacher
Wicomico County Board of Education
08.2012 - Current
- 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.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, ELA, and social studies
Title I Reading Teacher
Wicomico County Board of Education
08.2005 - 06.2012
- Assessed and reported on each student's reading progress in accordance with policies developed by school district.
- Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
2nd and 3rd Grade Teacher
Wicomico County Board Of Education
08.1997 - 06.2005
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, ELA, and social studies
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
Education
Master's in Education - Elementary Education
Salisbury University
Salisbury, MD08-2002
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Salisbury State University
Salisbury, MD05-1993
Skills
- Technology integration
- Curriculum implementation
- Diversified instruction
- Collaborative teamwork
Timeline
2nd Grade Teacher
Wicomico County Board of Education
08.2012 - Current
Title I Reading Teacher
Wicomico County Board of Education
08.2005 - 06.2012
2nd and 3rd Grade Teacher
Wicomico County Board Of Education
08.1997 - 06.2005
Master's in Education - Elementary Education
Salisbury University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Salisbury State University
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