Micheyl Bright
Lone Star Online Academy (Stride K12)
San Antonio
8
years of professional experience
Dedicated Elementary Educator and Curriculum Specialist with expertise in Kindergarten and 1st grade literacy, Science of Reading-aligned curriculum, and assessment design. Developed foundational phonics content and utilized IXL assessment data to enhance instruction and monitor performance. Created engaging digital and asynchronous learning experiences for a fully virtual environment.
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher & ELA/Phonics Curriculum and Assessment Specialist
2 Years 7 Months- Developed kindergarten ELA and phonics curriculum, assessments, teacher slides, student practice, and asynchronous digital learning experiences to enhance student engagement and meet Texas standards.
- Utilized IXL as an instructional and assessment platform; analyzed ELA and mathematics performance data to identify needs and monitor progress.
- Use IXL as a required instructional and assessment platform; analyze ELA and mathematics performance data to identify needs, monitor progress, and guide differentiated instruction.
- Researched and applied Texas standards to curriculum maps, lessons, assessments, and instructional resources, ensuring alignment and educational effectiveness.
- Utilized mCLASS, Excel, and classroom assessment data to inform curriculum and instructional decisions, leading to targeted support for student learning needs.
- Work daily in a fully virtual school environment, delivering live instruction and collaborating with educators, administrators, Learning Coaches, and families through Canvas, Engageli, email, and ClassDojo.
Kindergarten Lead Teacher
2 Years- Led grade-level curriculum planning, collaborating with teachers and administration to ensure standards-aligned instruction.
- Mentored teachers, enhancing literacy implementation through collaborative instruction and targeted professional learning.
- Led grade-level curriculum planning and collaborated with teachers and administration on standards-aligned instruction.
- Monitored student progress through classroom assessments, guiding targeted instructional planning.
Kindergarten Teacher
3 Years- Planned and delivered standards-aligned kindergarten ELA and foundational literacy instruction, including phonics, reading, and writing.
- Created age-appropriate instructional materials and tailored learning experiences to meet diverse student needs.
- Monitored progress through classroom assessments to inform and enhance instructional planning.
Education
B.A. - Elementary Education
- Texas Teaching Certificate
- Science of Reading Certified
- ESL Certified
Skills
K–2 Foundational Literacy
Phonics & Structured Literacy
Curriculum Development
Assessment Design & Review
Instructional Design
Data-driven instruction
Standards Alignment
Assessment Data Analysis
Digital learning
Virtual Education & Remote Collaboration
Teacher Training
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher & ELA/Phonics Curriculum and Assessment Specialist
Lone Star Online Academy (Stride K12)
01.2024 - CurrentRead More
Kindergarten Lead Teacher
Comal Independent School District
01.2022 - 01.2024Read More
Kindergarten Teacher
Comal Independent School District
01.2019 - 01.2022Read More
The University of Texas At San Antonio
B.A. from Elementary Education
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TECHNOLOGY
- IXL (instructional & assessment data)
- Canvas LMS
- Engageli
- MCLASS
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workspace
- Canva
- ClassDojo