R. Michelle Padfield
Southaven ,MS
Summary
Highly-motivated bachelors degree of teaching major with finely tuned multi-tasking abilities and drive to foster productivity and organization. Offers focus for collections maintenance, rare materials procurement and task prioritization. Received customer recognition for personable and approachable nature.
As well as, librarian exhibiting superb communication and interpersonal skills. Dedicated to fostering welcoming and inviting library atmosphere.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
School Library Media Specialist
Southaven Middle School/DeSoto County Schools
08.2022 - Current
- Helped children select appropriate reading level library books.
- Organized library shelves, materials and equipment in clear, alphabetized order.
- Compiled and submitted library activity and performance reports for improved insight.
- Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
- Located library materials, resources and technologies to fulfill patron requests.
- Answered questions from patrons and helped to find desired materials.
- Inducted, informed and supported new users with thorough library orientations.
- Developed library displays and implemented innovative outreach activities for improved community engagement.
- Stayed up-to-date on library policies and procedures to smoothly enforce standards.
8th Grade History Teacher
Southaven Middle School/DeSoto County Schools
08.2019 - 05.2022
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
10th Grade English Teacher
Lake Cormorant High School/DeSoto County Schools
08.2016 - 05.2019
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
- Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
4th Grade Teacher
Desoto Central Elementary/DeSoto County Schools
08.2011 - 05.2016
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Mississippi
Oxford, MS05.2011
Skills
- Inter-Library Loans
- Skilled Researcher
- Computer Assistance
- Literary Knowledge
- Processes and Procedures
- Library Services
- Administrative Support
- Database Management
- Community Outreach
Yearbook Sponsor
Design, organize, and sell annual yearbook for Southaven Middle School faculty, staff, and students
Additional Information
Co-Sponsor of the Student Council
Member of the School Based Leadership Team
Timeline
School Library Media Specialist
Southaven Middle School/DeSoto County Schools
08.2022 - Current
8th Grade History Teacher
Southaven Middle School/DeSoto County Schools
08.2019 - 05.2022
10th Grade English Teacher
Lake Cormorant High School/DeSoto County Schools
08.2016 - 05.2019
4th Grade Teacher
Desoto Central Elementary/DeSoto County Schools
08.2011 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Mississippi
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