Melissa Hardy
Indianapolis
Summary
Accomplished teacher successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
1st Grade Teacher
Washington Irving Neighborhood School #14
07.2023 - Current
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education and enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
Kindergarten Teacher
Phalen Leadership Academy
08.2015 - 06.2023
- Teamed with other professionals to enhance student learning experiences.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Kept accurate documents about student progress for school and parent records.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
ACR Substitute
School City Of Hammond
08.2014 - 06.2015
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies - Early Childhood
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ12.2020
Skills
- Individualized Learning
- Standardized tests
- Differentiated Instruction
- Cooperative Learning Experience
- Team Teaching
- Goal Setting
- Multitasking and Organization
- Interactive Learning
Certification
- Emergency Teaching License - 2023
Timeline
1st Grade Teacher
Washington Irving Neighborhood School #14
07.2023 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Phalen Leadership Academy
08.2015 - 06.2023
ACR Substitute
School City Of Hammond
08.2014 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies - Early Childhood
Northern Arizona University
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