Michelle Langford
Orlando,FL
Summary
Dedicated professional known for implementing creative teaching strategies and hands-on learning. Experience in fostering emotional support and social growth in students, ready to enhance educational experiences and outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Mighty Minds Christian Academy
Orlando , FL
08.2025 - Current
- Planned engaging lessons that fostered developmental milestones and met curriculum standards.
- Created nurturing classroom environment that supported children's emotional and social growth.
- Implemented hands-on activities that enhanced learning experiences and fostered curiosity.
Curriculum Developer
Teacher Pay Teacher
Orlando , FL
08.2022 - 04.2025
- Collaborated with educators to develop impactful teaching resources and materials that enhance learning experiences.
- Researched educational trends to shape curriculum development and refine instructional strategies.
- Organized content into accessible formats, facilitating efficient resource retrieval for educators on the platform.
4th Grade Teacher
Detroit public School
Detroit , MI
09.2020 - 09.2022
- Facilitated classroom discussions, increasing student participation and fostering critical thinking skills.
- Implemented diverse instructional strategies, accommodating various learning styles to enhance student engagement.
- Managed classroom behavior through positive reinforcement and clear expectations, creating a positive learning environment.
Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Diocese of Orlando
Orlando , FL
12.2018 - 08.2020
- Developed and implemented engaging social studies curriculum for middle school students.
- Supervised activities such as field trips and simulations to provide hands-on learning experiences for students.
- Created innovative ways for incorporating project-based learning into traditional coursework.
Elementary Lead Teacher
House of Academia
Windermere, Florida
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Designed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.x
- Designed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance student learning and participation.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive environment.
Social Science Teacher
Prince George's County Public Schools
Upper Marlboro, Maryland
08.2015 - 08.2017
- Guided students in critical thinking and analytical skills through projects.
- Incorporated real-world examples into lessons, helping students understand how their knowledge can be applied outside the classroom setting.
- Created visual aids such as maps, graphs and charts to help explain concepts within the Social Science curriculum.
Middle School Teacher
Paul Public Charter School
District of Columbia
01.2014 - 08.2015
- Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods and feedback techniques.
- Organized extracurricular activities to enhance student engagement and teamwork.
- Led professional development workshops focused on innovative teaching strategies.
Secondary Social Studies Teacher
Orange County public Schools
Orlando , FL
08.2011 - 10.2013
- Integrated technology into lessons to support interactive learning environments.
- Managed classroom behavior by establishing clear expectations and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to improve curriculum and instructional practices.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government
Morgan State University
Baltimore, MDMaster of Arts - Social Sciences Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UTSkills
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum development
- Student assessment
- Classroom management
- Hands-on learning
- Educational technology
- Group instruction
- Creative teaching strategies
- Social-emotional learning
- Emotional support
Certification
- Certification in social science 6-12
- Alternative teacher program - Elementary self contain
- Introduction to Reading certification
- Edwards Orton Gillingham Certification-currently enrolled
Accomplishments
- “Irreplaceable” Teacher of the Year
- Teacher of the month
- Master Teacher Award- Kindergarten
- Math Stackers Training- PreK- 5th grade
Affiliations
- School wide initiative-Directed Literacy Week
- Created and Directed Black History Month Trivia week
- School wide initiative- Created human kid museum
- Lead Professional Development
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Mighty Minds Christian Academy
08.2025 - Current
Curriculum Developer
Teacher Pay Teacher
08.2022 - 04.2025
4th Grade Teacher
Detroit public School
09.2020 - 09.2022
Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Diocese of Orlando
12.2018 - 08.2020
Elementary Lead Teacher
House of Academia
08.2018 - 12.2018
Social Science Teacher
Prince George's County Public Schools
08.2015 - 08.2017
Middle School Teacher
Paul Public Charter School
01.2014 - 08.2015
Secondary Social Studies Teacher
Orange County public Schools
08.2011 - 10.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government
Morgan State University
Master of Arts - Social Sciences Education
Western Governors University