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Michelle Stevens

Michelle Stevens

Ballwin,Missouri

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Hazelwood School District, excelling in differentiated instruction and relationship building. Enhanced student engagement through innovative lesson planning and collaborative curriculum development, resulting in improved academic performance. Skilled in classroom management and fostering a supportive learning environment for diverse learners.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Virtual Teacher

Hazelwood School District
08.2023 - 06.2025
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.

High School Math Teacher

Hazelwood Central High School
08.2016 - 07.2023
  • Improved student understanding by incorporating real-world examples and problem-solving techniques into lessons.
  • Managed student behavior in classroom and administered approved discipline to create classroom environment conducive to learning.
  • Promoted a positive classroom environment by fostering respectful communication and encouraging teamwork among students.
  • Employed math lessons, demonstrations and interactive activities to teach and instruct high school students using educational materials, books and other learning aids.
  • Planned, developed, and executed lessons reflecting high school curriculum and core educational standards.
  • Led advanced and AP courses by teaching statistics.
  • Assisted in the development of curriculum standards for mathematics courses, ensuring alignment with state requirements.
  • Enhanced student engagement by using a variety of teaching methods, including group activities, lectures, and hands-on projects.

Middle and High School Alternative Math Teacher

Hazelwood School District
08.2006 - 07.2016
  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
  • Adapted teaching style to accommodate diverse learning needs, resulting in improved academic performance for all students.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting a deeper understanding of mathematical connections across subjects.
  • Implemented data-driven instruction by analyzing student performance data to inform lesson planning and differentiation strategies.
  • Enhanced students'' understanding of complex mathematical concepts by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lessons.
  • Adjusted teaching strategies to meet diverse requirements of individualized support plans.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Mentored students on individual basis to help develop math skills.
  • Often taught multiple math classes in one setting. Taught all math classes 6th through 12th grade.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education With Emphasis in Mathematics

University of Missouri - St. Louis
St. Louis, MO
05-1998

Master of Education - School Counseling

University of Missouri - St. Louis
St. Louis, MO
05-2006

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Classroom instruction
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Curriculum implementation
  • Curriculum development
  • Student rapport
  • Working remotely
  • Time management
  • Testing and grading
  • Student records management
  • Subject matter expertise

Certification

  • Missouri Mathematics 5 - 9 Teacher Certificate
  • Missouri Mathematics 9 - 12 Teacher Certificate
  • Missouri School Counseling 7 - 12 Certificate (expired)

Timeline

Virtual Teacher

Hazelwood School District
08.2023 - 06.2025

High School Math Teacher

Hazelwood Central High School
08.2016 - 07.2023

Middle and High School Alternative Math Teacher

Hazelwood School District
08.2006 - 07.2016

Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education With Emphasis in Mathematics

University of Missouri - St. Louis

Master of Education - School Counseling

University of Missouri - St. Louis

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