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Michelle Wade

Cleveland,OH

Summary

Enthusiastic Physical Education Teacher energetic about helping students achieve physical fitness objectives and improve overall health and wellbeing. Innovative Physical Education teacher with more than 15 years instructing students. Expertise in classroom oversight, course planning and behavior management. Successful at collaborating with teachers, administrative leaders and support specialists to meet individual student needs. Committed to encouraging higher-order thinking to increase student performance.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Elementary Physical Education Teacher

Accel School
Cleveland, OH
11.2018 - Current

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  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques for over 250 students, ensuring students were challenged according to their abilities and needs.
  • Managed classroom behavior to maintain safe and orderly learning environments during physical activities.
  • Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
  • Assessed student physical fitness levels and adjusted objectives according to successes.
  • Created safe and inclusive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations for behavior and respect among students.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.

Substitute Physical Education Teacher

Renhill Group
Euclid, OH
08.2018 - 11.2018
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines with classes of approximately 25 students to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning.

Long-Term Substitute Music Teacher

Cleveland Heights - University Heights School District
Cleveland Heights, Oh
01.2018 - 06.2018
  • Planned and executed targeted lesson plans on music theory, and music history.
  • Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, and chords.
  • Taught curriculum enhanced lesson plans to educate 20 students about fundamentals and history of music.
  • Evaluated and graded students' class work, performances, assignments and papers.
  • Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music.
  • Mentored students of different ages and backgrounds in music theory.

Long-Term Substitute Spanish Teacher

South Euclid Lyndhurst Schools
South Euclid, OH
09.2014 - 06.2015
  • Improved student comprehension by utilizing creative teaching methods and incorporating visual aids.
  • Enhanced cultural awareness in students by incorporating Spanish customs, traditions, and history into lessons.
  • Elevated student proficiency levels by implementing individualized learning strategies tailored to each learner''s strengths and weaknesses.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on pedagogical trends and enhance teaching skills further.
  • Evaluated approximately 80 students using various assessment tools, providing constructive feedback, and working closely with struggling learners to improve outcomes.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.

Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade

Renhill Group
Cleveland, OH
08.2010 - 09.2014
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Evaluated student performance using formative assessments to provide targeted feedback while concurrently adjusting lesson plans based on data-driven insights.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.

College Spanish Instructor

Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OH
06.2007 - 05.2009
  • Enhanced students'' language skills by incorporating immersive activities and real-world examples into lessons.
  • Explained concepts and assignments in both native and non-native languages.
  • Spoke to students in non-native language to challenge students and introduce students to non-native speaking environments.
  • Designed assessments that accurately measured student progress and informed instructional decisions.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities within classroom.
  • Promoted cultural awareness through incorporation of authentic texts, films, and guest speakers from various Spanish-speaking countries.

Education

J.D. - Law

Cleveland Marshall
Cleveland, OH

Master of Arts - Spanish Language And Literature

Ohio University
Athens, OH
11.1993

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish

Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH
01.1989

Skills

  • Prepare and deliver lesson plans with the ability to modify them during the school year
  • Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students
  • Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development
  • Manage student behavior in classroom
  • Utilize school approved curricula that reflects the diverse educational-, cultural and linguistic backgrounds of the students
  • Implement school-wide culture expectations and norms
  • Communicate and meet with families regarding the academic and social growth of their child
  • Collaborate and communicate effectively with colleagues
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Elementary Physical Education Teacher

Accel School
11.2018 - Current

Substitute Physical Education Teacher

Renhill Group
08.2018 - 11.2018

Long-Term Substitute Music Teacher

Cleveland Heights - University Heights School District
01.2018 - 06.2018

Long-Term Substitute Spanish Teacher

South Euclid Lyndhurst Schools
09.2014 - 06.2015

Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade

Renhill Group
08.2010 - 09.2014

College Spanish Instructor

Lorain County Community College
06.2007 - 05.2009

J.D. - Law

Cleveland Marshall

Master of Arts - Spanish Language And Literature

Ohio University

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish

Cleveland State University
Michelle Wade