Michelle Fulsher
Gresham,OR
Summary
Dynamic 7th and 8th Grade Language Arts Teacher from Gresham-Barlow School District, known for elevating student engagement and test scores through innovative teaching and differentiated instruction. Excelled in peer collaboration and classroom management, significantly enhancing learning environments. Expert in parent-teacher communication, ensuring cohesive educational experiences. Actively contributed to professional development, mentoring educators in effective instructional strategies.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
7th and 8th Grade Language Arts Teacher
Gresham-Barlow School District
09.1992 - 06.2024
- Developed innovative teaching strategies for effectively addressing different learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and improved test scores.
- Mentored newly hired teachers on effective instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering open student communication.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education and continually refine teaching methods for maximum effectiveness.
- Presented at teacher professional development workshops on ENVoY strategies and other ways to integrate technology as a way to promote classroom management.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design units for language arts.
- Evaluated the academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
- Helped students develop academic, social, and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Communicated with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavioral issues.
- Established positive rapport with students and parents through home calls, emails, and frequent communication.
- Worked closely with administrators, teachers, and stakeholders to ensure a cohesive educational experience and address curriculum-related challenges as a curriculum leader.
- Facilitated professional development workshops for educators, enhancing instructional strategies and fostering a collaborative teaching environment
Education
Education -
Concordia University
Portland, OR06-1991
Bachelor of Science - Education
Portland State University
Portland, OR06-1990
Skills
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Peer Collaboration
- Teaching strategies
- Writing instruction
- Reading Comprehension
- Classroom Management
- Organizational ability
- Group leadership
- Lesson Planning
- Collaborative learning
Accomplishments
Oregon Excellence Awards in Teaching the English Language Arts 2023
Gresham-Barlow Professional Growth Academy Instructor 2022-2024
Gresham-Barlow Teacher of the Year Nominee 2020
Certification
Nationally Board Certified Teacher in Early Adolescence Language Arts 2020, 2010, 2001
ENVoY Certified Teacher 2018
Timeline
7th and 8th Grade Language Arts Teacher
Gresham-Barlow School District
09.1992 - 06.2024
Nationally Board Certified Teacher in Early Adolescence Language Arts 2020, 2010, 2001
ENVoY Certified Teacher 2018
Education -
Concordia University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Portland State University
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