Michelle Lowry

• Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
• Facilitated critical thinking and problem-solving skills through interactive classroom activities.
• Enhanced classroom instruction by integrating technology-based learning tools.
• Developed and implemented differentiated lesson plans to cater to varied student abilities.
• Guided students in professional technology use, and digital literacy through structured sessions.
• Created technology lessons to help the students foster their education now, and throughout their school years and careers.

• Implemented various assessment tools including quizzes, tests, portfolios, to evaluate student performance.
• Integrated variety of educational programs to develop strong academic foundation.
• Designed and implemented differentiated lesson plans based on student abilities.
• Attended professional development workshops related to best practices in education.
• Maintained accurate and comprehensive records of student performance and attendance.
• Communicated regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress and concerns.
• Fostered a classroom culture that supports diversity and inclusivity.
• Utilized instructional strategies such as cooperative learning, inquiry-based instruction, and problem solving techniques.
• Facilitated small-group instruction to target specific skills and concepts.
• Prepared, administered and graded daily work and tests to evaluate student's progress.
• Referred to district standards to plan lessons and prepare students to take standardized assessments.

• Facilitated learning for students with family issues, language barriers, and various challenges.
• Created strong connections with students, parents, staff, and administrators.
• Created and executed Early Literacy Teaching Program for young ESL learners.
• Customized teaching approaches to enhance learning outcomes of students with limited English proficiency.
• Maintained an average of 80% pass rates on mandatory district-wide assessments in ELA and Math.
• Integrated technology tools into daily lesson plans to enhance learning outcomes.
• Developed curriculum, lessons, and activities for after school Academic Gifted and Talented class.
• Teamed up with fellow educator to create and execute a supplementary education program targeting students requiring additional support.

Utica Community Schools

Contact: Steve Slancik 586-797-6200

• Designed and introduced an engaging cross-cultural exchange initiative connecting participants with peers in Chongqing, China.
• Co-developed and implemented an inclusion module facilitating integration of students with special needs into standard education systems.
• Developed color-coded protocols to organize data collection from assessment questions by grade level and education standards.
• Collaborated with co-teacher to manage alternating 2.5-day weekly instruction cycles.
• Guided future educators through all aspects of teaching during year-long and six-month placements with Oakland University.
• Utica Community Schools
• Contact: Brandon Manzella 586-797-1300

• Adapted instructional methods to accommodate general education, POHI, and specialized learning environments.
• Created tailored lesson plans, interactive activities, and evaluations for diverse student populations.
• Adapted instructional methods to meet unique needs across varying levels of student proficiency.
• Union Representative - Elected by school staff to be their representative and defend their interests to the school principal and union president, while maintaining my teaching position.
• Utilized Robert's Rules of Order during union meetings.
• Utica Community Schools
• Contact: Lynn Culver 586-797-6000