Melanie Miller
Saint Peters
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with a strong background in professional development, instructional framework implementation, and special education. Expertise in cultivating a collaborative environment that enhances academic achievement and promotes continuous improvement. Skilled in adapting to the evolving needs of education, ensuring teams effectively meet students at their individual levels. Recognized for exceptional leadership, effective communication, and strong relational abilities that foster positive learning experiences.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Meadows Parkway EC- Francis Howell School District
07.2020 - Current
- Conducted data collection and analysis for up to 13 students with individualized education plans, ensuring informed instructional planning and tailored support.
- Analyzed student performance data from various assessments, modifying teaching approaches to support diverse learning requirements.
- Nurtured partnerships with colleagues, students, and parents to promote student growth and strengthen community engagement.
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Becky David Elementary- Francis Howell School District
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Participated in RTI meetings to support student interventions. Attended trauma-informed presentations to enhance understanding of student needs. Contributed to weekly PLC meetings to collaborate with colleagues on instructional strategies.
- Cultivated strong relationships with families and community members through active participation in parent-teacher conferences and after-school family engagement events.
- Executed research-driven best practices in literacy instruction to enhance reading proficiency among kindergarten students.
Education
Master of Arts - School Administration
Lindenwood University
Saint Charles, MO12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Lindenwood University
Saint Charles, MO05.2020
Skills
- Relationship building
- Professional development commitment
- Team collaboration
- Individualized education plans
- Data collection and analysis
- Social-emotional learning
- Inclusive teaching practices
- Parent communications
- Time management abilities
- Training and mentoring
- Verbal and written communication
- Instructional leadership
Certification
- Pending Initial Administrator Certificate (K-12)
- Early Childhood Special Education- Career CPC
- Early Childhood Education- Career CPC
Timeline
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Meadows Parkway EC- Francis Howell School District
07.2020 - Current
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Becky David Elementary- Francis Howell School District
01.2020 - 05.2020
Master of Arts - School Administration
Lindenwood University
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Lindenwood University
Awards
Teacher of the Year- 2021-2022