Michelle McNiel
Bluemont,Virginia
Summary
Highly motivated individual with a desire to provide services to the people of Clarke County through public assistance programs.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher, Grade 1
Winchester City Public Schools
07.2022 - Current
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
Teacher, Grade 5
Amherst County Public Schools
07.2017 - 06.2021
- Collaborated with colleagues for curriculum development, sharing best practices and creating interdisciplinary units.
- Led after-school tutoring sessions for struggling students, providing targeted instruction to boost academic achievement.
- Served on school committees focused on improving instructional practices and overall school culture, contributing valuable insights as a seasoned educator.
Teacher, Grade 5
Pittsylvania County Schools
08.2015 - 06.2017
- Utilized formative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly for optimal learning outcomes.
- Incorporated social-emotional learning into daily lessons, promoting empathy, self-awareness, and responsible decision-making among students.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication to support student success both inside and outside the classroom.
Teacher, Grades 6-7
Appomattox County Public Schools
07.2013 - 06.2015
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
Teacher, Grade 3
Campbell County Public Schools
07.2012 - 06.2013
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
Teacher, Grade 6
Appomattox County Public Schools
07.2007 - 06.2012
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
Education Specialist
LYN-CAG Head Start
07.2006 - 06.2007
- Responsible for the hiring of qualified staff, and oversaw staff trainings and reviews.
- Developed curriculum materials that aligned with state standards, ensuring comprehensive coverage of required content.
- Performed home visits with parents and guardians to assist in understanding and supporting educational objectives, learning expectations, and provided at-home educational resources.
Education
Master of Education - Literacy And Culture
Longwood University
Farmville, VA05.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development - Elementary Education
Lynchburg College
Lynchburg, VA08.2001
Skills
- Worked with children and parents
- Goal Setting and Implementation
- Problem solver
- Excellent listening skills
- Group Instruction
- Knowledge of child development
- Program development
- Social/People Perceptiveness
Timeline
Teacher, Grade 1
Winchester City Public Schools
07.2022 - Current
Teacher, Grade 5
Amherst County Public Schools
07.2017 - 06.2021
Teacher, Grade 5
Pittsylvania County Schools
08.2015 - 06.2017
Teacher, Grades 6-7
Appomattox County Public Schools
07.2013 - 06.2015
Teacher, Grade 3
Campbell County Public Schools
07.2012 - 06.2013
Teacher, Grade 6
Appomattox County Public Schools
07.2007 - 06.2012
Education Specialist
LYN-CAG Head Start
07.2006 - 06.2007
Master of Education - Literacy And Culture
Longwood University
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development - Elementary Education
Lynchburg College
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