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Michelle L. Taylor

Milwaukee,WI

Summary

Instructional Coach Gifted and Talented (Elementary)

Experienced educator with strong focus on nurturing and cultivating inquiry and curiosity in young minds and fostering a supportive learning environment. Adept at curriculum development, classroom management, and scaffolding differentiated instruction above grade level. Known for collaborating effectively with colleagues and adapting to evolving educational and extracurricular needs, ensuring impactful experiences for high ability/high potential learners.


Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Congress Elementary School
08.2007 - Current
  • See/US-Javits STEM Teacher June 2018-Present
  • GT Liaison
  • FIRST LEGO ROBOTICS Junior Coach-2018- 2020
  • PUMP-CS Teacher 2019-2023
  • PBIS Team Facilitator/Coach 2010- 2023
  • Learning Team 2010-2011
  • Team member on various committees such as Literacy, Mathematics, and Week of the Young Child. 2007-2011
  • Cheerleading Coach 2007-2008


Teacher

Benjamin Franklin
08.2012 - 01.2013

Teacher

Young Leaders Academy
08.2011 - 01.2012

Teacher

The Milwaukee Academy of Science
08.2001 - 06.2007
  • Certified Science Curriculum Coordinator in BSCS TRACS through Edison Schools Inc.
  • Assistant Science Director
  • Cheerleading Coach and Mentor for 5th- 8th grade
  • Assistant Lead Teacher
  • Partner with Community Advocates
  • Milwaukee Girls Science Partnership: A Project of Discovery World Summer 2002 and 2003


Education

WI Reading Teacher 316 -

Viterbo University
La Crosse, WI
06.2017

Master of Arts - Education

Viterbo University
La Crosse, WI
06.2023

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Cardinal Stritch University
Milwaukee, WI
05.2001

Skills

  • Planning and implementing GT STEM/STEAM Camps
  • Coordinate School-wide programs/incentives
  • Problem-solving and listening skills
  • Team-oriented and adaptable

Accomplishments

  • Wisconsin Association for Talented and Gifted Students Outstanding Educator Award in 2021.
  • PBIS School of Merit Award 2014.
  • Metropolitan Milwaukee Alliance of Black School Educators Teacher of the Year in 2011.

Timeline

Teacher

Benjamin Franklin
08.2012 - 01.2013

Teacher

Young Leaders Academy
08.2011 - 01.2012

Teacher

Congress Elementary School
08.2007 - Current

Teacher

The Milwaukee Academy of Science
08.2001 - 06.2007

Master of Arts - Education

Viterbo University

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Cardinal Stritch University

WI Reading Teacher 316 -

Viterbo University