Michelle Zierten

Provide exemplary service in a teaching or leadership position in K-12.

Experienced with developing and executing comprehensive lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs. Utilizes effective classroom management strategies to maintain an orderly learning environment. Knowledge of curriculum design and instructional methodologies enhances student engagement and achievement.

Professional educator prepared to lead and inspire young learners. Strong background in curriculum development, classroom management, and student engagement. Demonstrates adaptability and collaborative approach, ensuring positive outcomes in dynamic educational environments. Valued for effective communication, problem-solving skills, and dedication to fostering a supportive learning atmosphere.

Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.

• Member, Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD).
• Member, AAAIS Principal's Group.
• Member, Kennesaw State University Alumni Association.
• Member, University of Wisconsin Alumni Teacher Association.

• L5 (P-12) Educational Leadership and Supervision
• T5 (PS) Early Childhood
• T5 (4-8) Middle Grades: General, English and Social Sciences
• Gifted In-Field (FLD881), InTech
• National Administrator: National Child Care Association
• TG-BFTS: 40 Hour-15155 & Beg. Adm. 1-9, Orton Gillingham Certified; Level One

• Managed budget and worked with administration and faculty; wrote grants for implementation of technology related to educational programs.
• Developed, implemented, and periodically evaluated a county technology oriented in-service plan.
• Helped all teachers and school administrators become functionally computer-literate and taught workshops and courses to support in-service plan.
• National Supervisor and Trainer for implementation of Galaxy Language Arts Program with focus on Gifted and Talented and Bilingual Curriculum.
• Supervised language arts teacher facilitators.
• Curriculum Consultant and Content Director for children's production of 'THE HOUSE.'
• Managed the content of all marketing materials.
• Acted as Children's Literature Advising Director, Trade Event Coordinator, and Exhibitor.
• Served as technology and computer expert for Language Arts Team, Curriculum Supplement Director and Teacher Training Institutes.
• Supervised primary and elementary staff of 22 teachers and 198 students.
• Certified PYIBO Level II administrator.
• ITBS and COGAT testing coordinator, grades 3-8.
• Compiled and analyzed standardized testing data and co-presented results and trends to community.
• Led staff development sessions, initiated and coordinated yearly, high profile guest visitors for student enrichment programming, including conservationist Philippe Cousteau.
• Accountable for program operation that exceeded NAEYC criteria and incorporated school's mission, organizational goals, values, philosophies and policies and development of positive relationships.
• Led and coached staff in implementing a DAP (Developmentally Appropriate Practices) curriculum.
• Experienced with infant, toddler and Early Childhood curriculum. Fiscally effective budgetary knowledge and successful fiscal management meeting and exceeding all budgetary goals.
• Implemented improved staff hiring practices and procedures, increased level of standards and expectations.
• Developed and improved staff evaluation system.
• Developed and improved new staff orientation practices and procedures.
• Increased certification level for teaching staff, vesting interest and sense of belonging, team building for entire staff including nonteaching staff.
• Promoted professionalism and staff satisfaction and created a positive workplace for staff.
• Improved and brought consistency of practice to communication with parents and all stakeholders within community.
• Hired, trained and supervised a team of passionate committed teachers while making a difference in the lives of children and families embracing the vision and mission of the school.
• Managed daily operations of the school; marketing, enrolling and financials; effectively utilized online systems.
• Emphasized promoting a school culture where expertise was valued, contributions were recognized, professional goals were supported, connecting with warmth, enthusiasm and sincerity.
• Valued unique differences and celebrated the diversity of children, families, and employees.
• Committed to children extending beyond the school through foundations, nonprofit organizations.
• Knowledge of State and National Performance standards; managed performance standards and ensured effective policies and procedures.
• LEADERSHIP
• Leadership role; developed and implemented the county plan for instructional use of computers. Disseminated technology-related information throughout the county.
• Worked with principals, department heads, teachers, and others, implemented county technology plan.
• Established evaluation guidelines and developed curricular standards and benchmarks.
• Created a welcoming, nurturing, loving, professional environment focused on excellence and reaching full potential for all; students, staff, families and community.
• Promoted the success of all students by managing the organization, operations, and resources that promoted a safe, efficient, and effective learning environment.
• Demonstrated experience with infant, toddler and Early Childhood curriculum. Demonstrated extensive budgetary knowledge and skilled fiscal management.
• Committed to improving the quality of life for at-risk children and Going Green efforts to raise social responsibility awareness about environmental issues and inspire earth-friendly activities.
• TEACHING
• Proficient in PC, Mac, word processing, desktop publishing, graphic design, multimedia film, editing, presentational software, SMART board technology and networked school communities.
• Served as Content Director for Children's Production Work, Innovative Technology, curriculum creation and implementation, standards coordination and accountability, assessment and training.
• Provided Gifted and Talented Standards, national, state and local standards to Galaxy Curriculum goals and objectives including bilingual and technology components.
• Managed and implemented program operation that exceeded NAEYC criteria.
• Developed positive relationships and on-going collaboration with parents, children, families and clients.
• Acted as Grade-level Webmaster and Odyssey of the Mind primary team coach and judge.
• Created School Crisis Management Document, participated in creation of After-School Procedure Manual.