Monique Bellerand
Greensboro,NC
Summary
Dedicated middle school science educator with extensive experience in classroom management, curriculum development, and student mentorship. Recognized as Teacher of the Year, served as Science Department Chair and Grade Level Chair, fostering an inclusive learning environment. Committed to empowering students academically and socially, promoting lifelong learning through innovative teaching methods.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Guilford County Schools
Greensboro, NC
08.2022 - 06.2026
- Served as Science Department Chair
- Led grade level meetings to coordinate curriculum planning and align instructional strategies.
- Served as Data Team Lead
- Acted as liaison between grade level and leadership team to facilitate communication and support initiatives.
- Served as a Mentor for BT’s
- Led team meetings to discuss project updates
Teacher
Alamance Burlington Schools
Burlington, NC
08.2015 - 06.2022
- Named Teacher of the Year (2019)
- Functioned as Science Department Chair
- Facilitated data analysis meetings to inform instructional strategies based on student performance.
- Provided guidance and support to new teachers to enhance their instructional skills.
- Facilitated schoolwide and content-specific PD sessions
- Functioned as Grade Level Chair
- Functioned as Team Lead
- Represented grade level interests in leadership team discussions about school policies.
- Provided individualized tutoring support to students in Champions Academy.
- Contributed as a member of BMS curriculum planning team
- Contributed as a member of BMS’ Summer Symposium Team for ABSS
- Functioned as Powerschool Ambassador for BMS
Teacher
Guilford County Schools
Greensboro, NC
08.2013 - 06.2015
- Mentored and facilitated activities for Hairston Middle School Jaguar Jewels Girls Mentoring Group, fostering personal development and leadership skills among participants.
- Developed lesson plans aligned with state standards and curriculum goals.
- Implemented engaging instructional strategies to enhance student learning experiences.
- Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods and tools.
EOG Tutor
Guilford County Schools
Greensboro, NC
08.2010 - 06.2011
- Planned and executed comprehensive lessons and lab activities for 8th grade science, supporting student understanding and curriculum goals
- Incorporated ELA test-taking strategies into 8th grade science EOG prep to improve student readiness and performance
- Use data assessment from benchmarks and SGA’s to target specific goals and students for re-instruction and review
- Managed small and large groups of students to enhance engagement and learning outcomes
- Assisted in the concentrated sessions of instruction for students with high 1’s and 2’s for the purpose of retesting
Teacher
Guilford County Schools
Greensboro, NC
08.2006 - 06.2010
- Effectively managed large classrooms and provided comprehensive instruction in the subject of science on the middle school level
- Executed organized lesson plans that facilitated students learning through the use of hands-on activities and manipulatives
- Facilitated group discussions and lab experiments, connecting subject matter to students' lives through relevant lesson planning
- Employed higher order thinking and questioning skills. Used mnemonic devices and association skills to facilitate learning
- Incorporated various student self-efficacy strategies into teaching practices
- Modified and enriched lessons for students of varying ability levels
- Developed and taught interdisciplinary units that integrated multiple subjects, fostering greater student engagement and understanding
- Integrated technology and 21st century skills into teaching practices to enhance student learning experiences
- Used data assessment to inform instruction to target specific instructional goals and students
- Planned and connected lessons to varying field trip enrichment opportunities and related them to the NC Essential Standards
- Formed positive and respectful relationships with students, parents, administrators, and colleagues
- Created a supportive and nurturing learning environment that inspired and motivated children to achieve
- Participated in professional development workshops and Advance Learner Certification courses
- Served on the school Leadership Team as secretary
- Served on the PBS Team (Positive Behavioral Support)
- Served on the IB Educational Team
- Served as the assistant coach of the co-ed Hairston Step Team
- Organized the school-wide United Way Campaign
Education
PAL Licensure Program -
Greensboro College
Greensboro, NC05-2016
B.S. - Health Science
Oakwood University
Huntsville, AL05-2003
Associates - Physical Therapy
Oakwood University
Huntsville, AL05-2003
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Curriculum planning
- Instructional design
- Instructional strategies
- Differentiated instruction
- Student assessment and feedback
- Classroom management and lesson planning
- Data analysis
- Building student self-efficacy
Primary Phone
(256) 658-1916
Timeline
Teacher
Guilford County Schools
08.2022 - 06.2026
Teacher
Alamance Burlington Schools
08.2015 - 06.2022
Teacher
Guilford County Schools
08.2013 - 06.2015
EOG Tutor
Guilford County Schools
08.2010 - 06.2011
Teacher
Guilford County Schools
08.2006 - 06.2010
PAL Licensure Program -
Greensboro College
B.S. - Health Science
Oakwood University
Associates - Physical Therapy
Oakwood University