Michelle Davis
Fernandina Beach,FL
Summary
Enthusiastic, compassionate educator with an innate ability to understand and motivate children. Highly experienced, with 28 years teaching a variety of ages and subjects. Proven abilities in technology integration, assessment creation, and data-driven instructional design. Passionate supporter of colleagues, particularly those new to the profession or our school
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Leadership
Camden County Schools
- Chairperson for the Camden County Elementary Honor Chorus (multiple years)
- Served on district committees for aligning standards and creating county assessments; responsible for redelivery at KES
- Presented workshops at KES, other schools, and at the BOE for creating classroom websites and GMAS Writing, among other topics
- Spearheaded a Summer Camp project, as a potentially more effective alternative to summer school (2 years)
- Served as Grade Level Chairperson multiple years, multiple grades; Also chaired several SBB committees and Young Georgia Author's contest
Music Teacher
Kingsland Elementary
2022.08 - Current
- Directed successful concerts and performances showcasing students' talents. Responsible for annual school-wide events like Veterans Day, Winter Holidays, and Black History Month
- Produced major full-length musicals such as Moana, The Lion King, and The Little Mermaid.
ELA/Writing Teacher
Kingsland Elementary School
2010.08 - 2022.05
- Provided ELA instruction for entire grade levels in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade, frequently integrating other subjects (Science and Social Studies) in addition to homeroom duties
- Implemented a school-wide writing lab for one year, providing writing instruction for grades K-5
Music Teacher
Kingsland Elementary School
1996.08 - 2010.05
- Directed and produced full length musicals such as The Wizard of Oz, Broadway's Annie, jr, and dozens more, as well as special performances like the annual 5th grade performances at the WWII Sub-Vet Memorial on King's Bay Naval Base
Assistant Band Director
Camden County High School
1996.08 - 2001.05
- Served as leadership coordinator, auxiliary coordinator, woodwind specialist, and drill/show designer
Education
Master of Education, Technology in Education -
Lesley University
05.2007
Bachelor's of Education, Music Education -
Valdosta State University
06.1996
Skills
- Designing Curriculum and Assessments
- Integrating Technology
- Data Analysis
- Standards-based Grading
- Communication/ Building Community
- Directing Musical Performances
- Producing Educational Videos/ Original Songs
Accomplishments
- Governor's Race to the Top Innovation in Teaching Winner, 2016
- Fishman Prize, Honor Roll, 2015
- VFW District and Region Teacher of the Year, 2007
- KES Teacher of the Year, Camden County First Runner-up, 2004
- Selected for Technology in the Classroom (TIC) program, Camden County Schools, 2003
Certification
- Georgia Educator Certificate, Elementary Education, P-5
- Georgia Educator Certificate, Music, P-12
- National Board Certified Teacher, Music/Early and Middle Childhood, 2005
Timeline
Music Teacher
Kingsland Elementary
2022.08 - Current
ELA/Writing Teacher
Kingsland Elementary School
2010.08 - 2022.05
Music Teacher
Kingsland Elementary School
1996.08 - 2010.05
Assistant Band Director
Camden County High School
1996.08 - 2001.05
Leadership
Camden County Schools
Master of Education, Technology in Education -
Lesley University
Bachelor's of Education, Music Education -
Valdosta State University
- Georgia Educator Certificate, Elementary Education, P-5
- Georgia Educator Certificate, Music, P-12
- National Board Certified Teacher, Music/Early and Middle Childhood, 2005
Mentorships
- Coached interns from both high school and college
- Mentored student teachers in both Music and ELA
- Provided mentorship and guidance to multiple colleagues, new to our school and/or teaching assignment
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