Melissa Washburn
Glen Mills
Summary
Dynamic Elementary School Teacher with a proven track record at William Penn School District, adept at tailoring teaching strategies and fostering effective team collaboration. Successfully improved student achievement through innovative lesson planning and strong classroom management, ensuring a respectful and cooperative learning environment. Committed to continuous professional development and analytical problem-solving.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
William Penn School District
09.1991 - Current
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
Education
Master of Science - Reading Specialist
Widener University
Chester, PABachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Bloomsburg, PASkills
- Tailored teaching strategies
- Effective team collaboration
- Analytical problem-solving
- Effective classroom management
Accomplishments
- Oversaw 17 - 31 students per class.
- Earned "William Penn Employee of the Quarter" in 2023.
- Taught over 800 students over 33 year career.
- Achieved virtual and hybrid teaching practices during the pandemic through effectively implementing meetings with colleagues.
- Participated in curriculum writing and development of report cards.
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
William Penn School District
09.1991 - Current
Master of Science - Reading Specialist
Widener University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
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