Michelle Consalo
Lead Teacher / Coach
HENDERSON,NV
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lead Teacher
Pinecrest Academy Inspirada
HENDERSON, NV
2016.08 - Current
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Chose optimum curriculum for each class and devised creative daily lesson plans to meet requirements and needs of different learners.
- Increased student involvement in program offerings through strategic redesign of program processes and methods.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Pinecrest Master Teacher 2019
- Oversaw work of teaching team to optimize student education
Kindergarten Teacher
Wallin Elementary School
Henderson, NV
2010.08 - 2016.07
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Played games with students to increase understanding of subjects.
- Created child-centered learning environment characterized by consistent application of sound mental health and educational psychology practices.
- Provided guidance on policies and initiatives for kindergarten teaching team.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create and use enhanced technology and smart boards.
- Heart of Educator Finalist
Elementary School Teacher
Elise L. Wolff Elementary, Clark County School District
Las Vegas, NV
2008.08 - 2010.07
- Provide opportunities to encourage students to become life-long learners
- Assess student outcomes with formative and summative assessments
- Engaged in effective and appropriate classroom management techniques
- Integrate technology into classroom through development of thematic units of study
- Sunshine Chairperson
- Correspond with teachers, staff, and families regarding noteworthy life events throughout the year
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
- Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social and emotional growth.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses and learning patterns.
Student Teacher
Clark County School District
Las Vegas, NV
2008.05 - 2008.08
- Taught, assisted and observed 3rd grade students in all content areas
- Developed daily lesson plans and teaching materials
- Motivated students through enthusiastic teaching and creative lessons
- Attended team meetings, staff meeting and parent conferences.
Substitute Teacher
Clark County School District
Las Vegas, NV
2007.08 - 2008.05
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
Barista / Shift Lead
Starbucks Corporation
Henderson, NV
2005.09 - 2008.05
- Performed various duties to assist in filling customers orders while providing helpful and courteous service
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple activities with attention to detail while handling stress under pressure.
- Monitored supply levels at counter and maintained customer areas to meet typical demands.
- Engendered customer loyalty by remembering personal preferences and allergy information.
- Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales.
Education
Master’s of Education Literacy - Language, ESL
Touro University
Henderson, NV 2008.08 - 2010.09
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Nevada - Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV 2005.08 - 2008.01
Skills
Classroom management
Lesson Planning
Differentiated instruction
Teacher training
Team Building
Parent-teacher collaboration
Training and mentoring
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Pinecrest Academy Inspirada
2016.08 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Wallin Elementary School
2010.08 - 2016.07
Elementary School Teacher
Elise L. Wolff Elementary, Clark County School District
2008.08 - 2010.07
Master’s of Education Literacy - Language, ESL
Touro University
2008.08 - 2010.09
Student Teacher
Clark County School District
2008.05 - 2008.08
Substitute Teacher
Clark County School District
2007.08 - 2008.05
Barista / Shift Lead
Starbucks Corporation
2005.09 - 2008.05
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Nevada - Las Vegas
2005.08 - 2008.01