Melissa Presley
Griffin
Summary
Elementary education professional with comprehensive experience and readiness to excel in teaching roles. Strong focus on fostering collaborative environments and driving results. Reliable team player known for adapting to changing needs. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and differentiated instruction, with passion for nurturing young minds and promoting inclusive education.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Education Teacher
Griffin-Spalding School System
01.2022 - Current
- Currently teaching Pre-K
- Former teacher of second grade
- Subjects taught: Orton Gillingham (OG), ELA, Math, Social Studies, Science
- Responsible for data of nine students under MTSS for reading, math and behavior intervention
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Teacher of Second Grade
Rock Springs Christian Academy
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Subjects taught: Bible, Phonics, Reading, Language, Math, Science, and Social studies
- Speaker/teacher of Chapel service on a rotation basis
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Lamar County School System
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Assist 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade teachers by working with small groups in differentiated instruction
- Assured Students received appropriate testing accommodations based on his or her needs
- Provide one-on-one assistance to students based on their individual needs
- Assisted with Make-up-Monday for students that need to catch up schoolwork
Special Education Paraprofessional
Griffin-Spalding School System
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Assists lead teacher with classroom management
- Assist students with daily routines
- Provide one-on-one assistance to students based on their individual needs
- One-on-One Para Pro at elementary and middle school level
- Self-contained adaptive classroom setting
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
Education
Bachelor in Science - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
11.2018
Associates Degree - Business Management
Ohio Christian University
03.2014
Skills
- Technology integration
- Collaborative learning
- Team collaboration
- Parent-teacher communication
Certification
- Certified in Orton Gillingham
- Certified for Pre-K
- currently working on SPED certification for General Ed.
Timeline
Elementary Education Teacher
Griffin-Spalding School System
01.2022 - Current
Teacher of Second Grade
Rock Springs Christian Academy
01.2021 - 01.2022
Special Education Paraprofessional
Lamar County School System
01.2019 - 01.2021
Special Education Paraprofessional
Griffin-Spalding School System
01.2015 - 01.2019
Associates Degree - Business Management
Ohio Christian University
Bachelor in Science - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
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