Michelle Harmon, M.Ed.
Filer,ID
Summary
Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and versatile educator with over 20 years of experience, including virtual education. Committed to providing students with necessary tools to achieve academic goals, instilling love of learning and cooperative teamwork. Adept in excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Energetic, with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keeps classroom organized and students on task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe environments. Extensive knowledge in teaching research with both MLA and APA formats.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Online Senior English Instructor
Idaho Connects Online School (ICON)
06.2023 - Current
- Developed, organized, and delivered online instruction through school's virtual LMS.
- Communicated consistently with students through LMS, email, phone, text, and Zoom.
- Communicated and collaborated with parents, teachers, and school officials on consistent basis using email, phone, text, and Zoom.
- Graded and provided feedback virtually, within a 24 hour turn-around.
- Demonstrated flexibility, compassion, and understand for students struggling in a virtual setting.
- Created modifications for students on IEP, 504, and other case-by-case issues.
- Held synchronous sessions with students from grades 6-12.
- Modified and recreated the entire Senior Project for the school.
Elective Instructor
Kimberly School District
08.2018 - 08.2023
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods and materials.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Enhanced classroom collaboration through implementation of group projects and team-building activities.
- Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.
Head Middle School Librarian
Kimberly School District
08.2017 - 08.2023
- Enhanced student research skills by teaching effective search strategies and information evaluation techniques.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop curriculum-aligned library programs, resulting in enriched learning experiences for students.
- Managed the school''s digital resources, providing streamlined access to educational materials and promoting technology integration in the classroom.
- Improved literacy rates through engaging reading initiatives and personalized reading recommendations for students.
Junior English Instructor
Kimberly School District
08.2014 - 08.2017
- Large focus on the foundations of American Literature from Puritanism through Modern Culture.
- Led both General American literature Honor's Literature classes through many different classic works including Thoreau, Whitman, and Faulkner.
- Studied and analyzed, The Crucible, where it was necessary to compare and contrast current political issues to the issues of the 1600s.
- Cultivated a positive learning environment by fostering open communication, mutual respect, and active listening skills among students.
Sophomore English Instructor
Kimberly School District
08.2004 - 08.2014
- Created grade-level interdisciplinary unit that combined science, history, and language arts skills.
- Improved classroom engagement by implementing interactive teaching techniques and hands-on learning experiences.
- Improved standardized test scores with the implementation of an after school learning lab and tutoring sessions.
- Increased writing skills with the use of the Direct Writing Assessment, and worked with the State Department of Idaho as a table-leader at the Writing Assessment Scoring Sessions.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
University of Idaho
Moscow, Idaho12.2011
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education
University of Idaho
Moscow, ID12.2003
Skills
- Fully knowledgeable with virtual teaching instruction, grading, communication, and more With Platform knowledge of Google, Microsoft, OdysseyWare, Engage Labs, Zoom, Canvas, as well as wide and diversified knowledge base for technology
- MTI (Mathematical Thinking Instruction) certified
- Charlotte Danielson Evaluation for Administrators Certified
- Trained in PowerSchool Administrator
- Expert in Renaissance Place, STAR testing, ISAT testing, and AR testing practices
- Backward Design, UDL, and RtI trained
- EdHub trained and SWIS certified
Accomplishments
- Quadruple award winner for the Idaho CapEd Foundation Grant.
- 5-year Kimberly Core Teacher Program and Mentor Teacher.
- Multiple year Idaho DWA Assessment Scorer.
- Table Leader in 2008 for Idaho DWA Assessment.
- Awarded 4th in Nation for 3A Lifetouch Yearbook in field of design.
- PBIS Teacher-Coach for Kimberly Middle School 22-23
Timeline
Online Senior English Instructor
Idaho Connects Online School (ICON)
06.2023 - Current
Elective Instructor
Kimberly School District
08.2018 - 08.2023
Head Middle School Librarian
Kimberly School District
08.2017 - 08.2023
Junior English Instructor
Kimberly School District
08.2014 - 08.2017
Sophomore English Instructor
Kimberly School District
08.2004 - 08.2014
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
University of Idaho
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education
University of Idaho
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