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Michelle Owens

Newnan,GA

Summary

A dedicated and enthusiastic educator with a passion for helping students reach success seeking a position as a classroom teacher.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Coweta School System
03.2024 - Current
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.

Sales Associate

Newnan Mercantile
10.2023 - Current
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Assisted in training new staff members on company policies, product information, and sales techniques for a seamless onboarding experience.

Classroom Teacher (Grade 1,2,3)

Coweta School System
08.2006 - 10.2023
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
  • Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child's education.
  • Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lesson plans, increasing students' understanding of how subjects interconnect.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
  • Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
  • Conducted formative, summative, and diagnostic assessments to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.

EIP Teacher

Coweta School System
08.2020 - 05.2023
  • Developed and delivered individualized interventions for students in the MTSS process.
  • Collected and entered MTSS data into the database.
  • Analyzed data from assessments to drive interventions.
  • Monitored and led MTSS meetings with parents and the MTSS staff.
  • Championed differentiated instruction strategies within the department, catering to diverse learning needs while promoting academic achievement across all levels of ability.
  • Strengthened students' critical thinking skills through targeted reading comprehension exercises and group discussions of complex texts.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on best practices in EIP education, continually refining teaching strategies as needed.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction techniques to assess student progress and adjust lesson plans accordingly, ensuring optimal growth for all learners.
  • SBLT member

Mentor Teacher

Coweta School System
08.2009 - 05.2011
  • Mentored new pipeline teachers, providing guidance on instructional strategies and classroom management techniques for successful outcomes.
  • Modeled engaging and research based lessons for new teachers.
  • Evaluated instructional materials regularly to assess their effectiveness in meeting course objectives while adapting as needed for continuous improvement in student outcomes.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Monitored new teachers' classroom activities to promote student safety.
  • Strengthened student performance through consistent feedback, assessment, and targeted support to new teachers.

State Pre-K Teacher

Kids-R-Kids
08.2002 - 05.2006
  • Implemented the Georgia state standards for the pre-k program.
  • Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
  • Fostered a love of learning among students by maintaining an energetic teaching style and incorporating creative, interactive elements into lessons.
  • Promoted social-emotional development with interactive lessons on empathy, conflict resolution, and self-regulation techniques.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.

Classroom Teacher (3rd Grade)

Coweta County School System
08.2001 - 05.2002
  • Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet state standards.
  • Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
  • Participated in parent teacher conferences to discuss developments of students and increase support.

Education

Educational Leadership, Building Level -

University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA
2011

Specialist in Early Childhood Education -

University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA
2009

Masters in Early Childhood Education -

University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA
2008

Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education -

University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA
2001

Skills

  • Curriculum knowledge
  • Orton-Gillingham
  • Research based instructional strategies
  • Classroom Management
  • Student Engagement
  • Behavior Management
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Compliance
  • Student Records Management
  • Google Classroom
  • Relationship Building
  • Leadership

Certification

Georgia Educator Certificate #442676

Educational Leadership, Tier II

Elementary Education (P-5)


Endorsements and achievements

Dyslexia Endorsement 2023

Kagan Strategies 2009

Orton Gillingham 2009

Teacher of the Year 2009

Timeline

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Coweta School System
03.2024 - Current

Sales Associate

Newnan Mercantile
10.2023 - Current

EIP Teacher

Coweta School System
08.2020 - 05.2023

Mentor Teacher

Coweta School System
08.2009 - 05.2011

Classroom Teacher (Grade 1,2,3)

Coweta School System
08.2006 - 10.2023

State Pre-K Teacher

Kids-R-Kids
08.2002 - 05.2006

Classroom Teacher (3rd Grade)

Coweta County School System
08.2001 - 05.2002

Educational Leadership, Building Level -

University of West Georgia

Specialist in Early Childhood Education -

University of West Georgia

Masters in Early Childhood Education -

University of West Georgia

Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education -

University of West Georgia

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