Michelle D. Phillips
Fredericksburg,Virginia
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience in curriculum development, faculty mentorship, and strategic planning, dedicated to enhancing learning environments and driving student success. Proven ability to manage complex educational programs while leading diverse academic teams toward shared goals. Committed to fostering an inclusive atmosphere that promotes collaboration and innovation, with a strong focus on conflict resolution and staff development. Reliable and adaptable, consistently achieving measurable results in fast-paced educational settings.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ESOL Teacher
Spotsylvania Public Schools
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Responsible for assigned ESOL students in grades 3 at Harrison Road Elementary School and grades 2-5 at Cedar Forest Elementary School. Held ESOL meetings to go over student testing, academic, and Speaking, Writing, Listening, and Reading levels. Worked collaboratively with ESOL teachers, general and special education teachers for a plan of study and testing accommodations for ESOL students. Maintained ESOL records and teacher log to meet district timelines. Attended and helped teachers in the academic classroom with ESL students' assignments. Noted student strengths and weaknesses. Helped students to prepare for tests and classwork. Communicated with students and parents in regard to student performance in conjunction with general education and special education teachers. Created Google slides and other learning materials to enhance student language skills. Helped the ESOL team test small groups and students for the SOLs.
Special Education Teacher - Severe and Profound
Spotsylvania Public Schools
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Worked as a Special Education Teacher in the Severe and Profound Classroom. Supervised up to 4 contracted paraprofessionals and one assigned full time paraprofessional. Provided academic instruction to students based on their grade level and IEP goals and objectives. Planned, prepared and wrote Individualized Education Plans and held meetings with designated staff and parents. Monitored and kept up with IEPs, child studies, and behavior intervention plans. Filed IEP's student assessments, nursing orders, grades, and other paperwork. Used Talking Points to communicate with parents about concerns about students. Input ESOL reports for students. Prepared transportation requests for bus changes and ESY. Worked with specialists to provide assistance in occupational and physical therapy needed for individual students. Provided hands-on lessons for students. Taught individual students by using technology in the classroom for morning circle and other academic uses. Created feeding, bathroom, student and paraprofessional schedules. Kept the classroom orderly and neat. Assisted in feeding and changing students as necessary. Maintained safety for all students in and outside of the classroom. Prepared ESY equipment and lessons for host summer school. Prepared paperwork for pick up for relocation to the summer school site.
Career and Technical Teacher
Richmond City Schools - Thomas Boushall & River City Middle Schools
08.2019 - 08.2022
- Taught Digital Applications, Computer Solutions, and Keyboarding, and Make It Your Business. In 2021-2022 taught during the national pandemic (COVID) remotely from my home in Spotsylvania. I was responsible for teaching synchronous and asynchronous classes, took attendance, and submitted grades. Assisted and recruited students for FBLA and collected funds for payment. Signed students up to go to career fairs held in the city of Richmond. Wrote letters of recommendations for students to go to the high schools of their choice. Encouraged students to use their skills in class and for outside classes. Taught students interviewing and self advocacy skills.
Language Arts Teacher
Calvary Christian School
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Taught the ABEKA Language Arts program to grades 4 through 12. Responsible for discipline grading, and safety of students. Chaperoned them to lunch and other parts of the church school for testing and morning devotions.
Special Education Teacher
James Monroe High School
08.2012 - 06.2019
- Taught Special Education up to 12 students of various disabilities. I taught 4 core subjects for the VAAP, Life Skills and Social Skills. Input grades and also typed all the IEPs for my students and attended meetings. Responsibilities included: Supervising students on field trips and work placement at Goodwill, Salvation Army. Prepared transportation requests and ensured the safety of all students outside and inside the school building. Supervised 1 paraeducator and collaborated with special educators, guidance, stakeholders, and the principals. Taught students job skills by creating a Breakfast Cafe on wheels. Students learned to serve the school community with muffins, coffee, orange juice, and other snacks. Students learned math skills, manners, and how to treat others with respect. Monies were collected and put in a school account for Special Education use. Monitored students going to the bus and within the school for their safety. Informed teachers of electives of when students went on community-based instruction. I encourage students to take classes with the elective teachers to hone their skills and communication with those that they interfaced with.
Special Education Teacher
Bowling Green Elementary School
Bowling Green, Virginia
01.2004 - 01.2012
- Responsible for teaching 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students in a self-contained setting. Plans curriculum to address student’s individual learning goals and objectives and the class in Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies based on the aligned standards of learning. Prepares lesson plans and differentiates instruction based on Virginia Alternate Assessment Program (VAAP) in order to assess student progress. Sets up and plans individualized plan meetings and prepares IEP’s based on student present level of performance. Performs other teaching duties as necessary to meet student needs; for them to be successful. Collaborates with the principal, regular and special education teachers to enhance student learning and progress.
Special Education Teacher
Courtland High School
Spotsylvania, Virginia
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Taught Functional English and Biology to special education students in inclusive and self-contained settings. Provided differentiated academic techniques and instruction for special education students. Worked as a case manager for 13 students and prepared individualized educational plans. Contacted students, teachers, parents, and guardians to set up meetings to discuss student progress and conduct the meetings based on confirmation of the IEP team and consent. Input student grades using Intergrade-Pro software and input IEP’s using IEP-Online. Print, copy, and file student progress reports and prepare academic evaluation forms for distribution to other teachers for feedback. Prepared academic lesson plans and managed the classroom and behaviors.
Instructional Assistant
Massaponax High School
Spotsylvania, Virginia
09.2003 - 08.2004
- Assisted the Special Education teacher with the management of the class and instruction. Provided assistance regarding instruction based on IEP’s on mentally challenged students with learning disabilities. Taught students individually based on goals set forth in the IEP and teacher directions. Input student grades and attendance using Integrade-Pro software. Typed letters and wrote daily logs on student behavior. Greeted, escorted, and monitored students in and outside of the class and school. Monitored and assisted students on field trips for community based learning experiences. Collected class materials and checklists. Gave feedback to the teacher on student progress based on assignments. Assisted students that had seizures or medical problems until proper medical attention was administered. Works with other professional staff to effectively meet the academic needs of all students.
Teacher-Alternative Education
Culpeper Middle & Floyd T. Binns Middle
Culpeper, Virginia
11.2001 - 08.2003
- Managed and taught 6th, 7th, and 8th grade middle school students with disciplinary problems. Responsible for teaching English, Math, Social Studies, and Science daily to students with IEPs and 504 plans. Worked individually with students and in cooperative learning groups based on grade. Setup computers using STARS software and facilitated the evening alternative education program after school hours. Provided feedback to parents on student behavior as necessary. Checked class assignments and student portfolios for completed work and progress. Supervised one instructional assistant that aided in helping students and completing other duties. Wrote referrals and student narratives from observations. Interfaced with a variety of professionals such as principals, school board members, teachers, counselors, social workers, and probation officers.
GED Training and Monitoring Specialist
Virginia Department of Education
Richmond, Virginia
11.1999 - 11.2001
- Provided administrative support to the state GED administrator. Conducted needs assessments to meet the training needs of all Virginia GED examiners. Monitored sixty-five GED testing centers for correct administration of the GED assessment and the proper storage of the assessment. Provided technical assistance via mail, Groupwise, and telephonically to examiners and their staff. Worked closely with American Council on Education staff for updates on testing, changes, fee changes, and manual updates. Facilitated and scheduled training sessions throughout the state based on feedback of training needed by the field-testing centers. Organized and delivered presentations using PowerPoint. Set up, typed and produced an annual GED testing schedule yearly. Provided feedback on requests for special testing accommodations to examiners via email and letters.
Program Support Technician
Virginia Department of Education (Continued)
Richmond, Virginia
07.1995 - 11.1999
- Served as administrative assistant to the state GED administrator. Managed and monitored the printing and distribution of GED credentials. Generated hundreds of GED certificates weekly for mailing based on passing and failing examinees. Utilized the Oracle database to print GED certificates and transcripts based on request from examiners, examinees, recruiters, colleges and employers. Expedited transcript request daily. Prepared transmittals daily and made deposits of fees collected for issuance of duplicate certificates. Ordered testing materials. Expedited examiner request for borrowing test for usage according to procedures . Copied, compiled, and prepared training materials for the administrator in order to be prepared to train examiners in the field. Maintained the Oracle database of examinee score data. Trained temporary staff to accomplish the daily needs of the GED office during peak times.
Office Services Specialist
Office Services Specialist
04.1994 - 07.1995
- Assisted the office by answering inquiries from the public and referring telephone calls to the appropriate staff. Prepared leave and travel request for five members of the professional staff. Typed all office correspondence using PC’s, for printing and distribution to staff and external clients. Prepared travel forms and collected time sheets. Date stamped, read, and reviewed Project YES (Youth Experiencing Success and YADAPP (Youth and Drug Alcohol Prevention Program) grants for completeness. Prepared information meet scheduled deadlines. Performed all other duties given to me by the director and his staff.
Office Services Specialist
Office Services Specialist
06.1993 - 04.1994
- Responsibilities included: Typing, filing, answering telephone calls, writing messages, distributing of mail for six staff members; using WordPerfect software for processing memos and documents; keying data using SPSS software from data sheets; preparing and printing labels from written or typed lists; preparing binders and packets for professional staff; assisting in the coordination of meetings on and off site; collecting receipts and documentation to expedite travel reimbursements; duplicating copies upon requests of the secretary senior; preparing mass mailings to school divisions. Maintaining copiers and printers.
Secretary Financial Analyst
Raytheon (Formerly E-Systems, Inc.)
Falls Church, Virginia
11.1989 - 06.1993
- Assisted the Financial Analysis Manager and a team of five other individuals. Typed ,edited, and mailed the monthly Plans and Operations Review to the corporate office that included revenue and sales information on a monthly basis. Set up travel plans and itinerary for the manager. Copied and faxed information to various offices picked up faxes, mail, and company private information. Assisted other offices by answering the telephones during lunch or meetings. Input financial data in order to generate reports monthly and gather information for accurate cost analysis for job tasks for on going projects. Turned in unit time cards; picked and distributed payroll checks from the accounting office. Escorted guests to reserved conference areas. Attended fund drive meetings in order to be prepared to explain procedures for filling out forms to staff members prior to deadlines for the collection of the pledge cards. Maintained the unit coffee fund. Reserved conference rooms for meetings.
Education
Administration and Supervision Graduate -
Longwood University
Farmville, VirginiaMaster of Education - Concentration Special Education
University of Mary Washington
Fredericksburg, VirginiaBachelor of Business Administration - undefined
Averett College
Danville, VirginiaAssociate Applied Science - Business Administration
Roanoke Chowan Community College
Ahoskie, North CarolinaSkills
- Oracle Databases, Groupwise, Excel, Microsoft Word, IEP Online, Power Point, Classes: Computer Information Systems, Intel Teach for the Future, Information Technology, Computerized Accounting, Management, Business Management, Sales Development, Ethics, International Business, Business Communications, Memorandums, Reports, Letters, PowerPoint Presentations, Meeting Notes, Computerized Forms, Data Entry
Certification
- English as a Second Language
- Business and Information Technology
- Special Education – General Education Curriculum (K-12)
Timeline
ESOL Teacher
Spotsylvania Public Schools
01.2023 - 01.2024
Special Education Teacher - Severe and Profound
Spotsylvania Public Schools
01.2022 - 01.2023
Career and Technical Teacher
Richmond City Schools - Thomas Boushall & River City Middle Schools
08.2019 - 08.2022
Language Arts Teacher
Calvary Christian School
08.2019 - 05.2020
Special Education Teacher
James Monroe High School
08.2012 - 06.2019
Special Education Teacher
Bowling Green Elementary School
01.2004 - 01.2012
Special Education Teacher
Courtland High School
01.2004 - 01.2005
Instructional Assistant
Massaponax High School
09.2003 - 08.2004
Teacher-Alternative Education
Culpeper Middle & Floyd T. Binns Middle
11.2001 - 08.2003
GED Training and Monitoring Specialist
Virginia Department of Education
11.1999 - 11.2001
Program Support Technician
Virginia Department of Education (Continued)
07.1995 - 11.1999
Office Services Specialist
Office Services Specialist
04.1994 - 07.1995
Office Services Specialist
Office Services Specialist
06.1993 - 04.1994
Secretary Financial Analyst
Raytheon (Formerly E-Systems, Inc.)
11.1989 - 06.1993
Master of Education - Concentration Special Education
University of Mary Washington
Bachelor of Business Administration - undefined
Averett College
Associate Applied Science - Business Administration
Roanoke Chowan Community College
Administration and Supervision Graduate -
Longwood University
Awards and Affiliations
Who’s Who Among Colleges and Universities 2008; Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority
Military Experience
- UNITED STATES ARMY ADJUTANT GENERAL CORPS Specialist Three Years of Service South Carolina and Virginia Honorable Discharge
- UNITED STATES ARMY RESERVES ADJUTANT GENERAL CORPS Staff Sergeant Eight Years of Service Virginia/Maryland Reserve Units Reserve: Honorable Discharge