Melissa Cocherell
Concord
Summary
Experienced Middle School and Elementary School Teacher successful at building positive teacher-parent relationships to support student success. Open and clear communicator and creative problem-solver. Highly qualified with over 25 years in classroom environments.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
7th Grade Math Teacher
Concord Middle School
08.2019 - Current
- Developed innovative assessment tools to accurately gauge student progress and identify areas for improvement.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to create a supportive learning environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to cater to diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Boosted student confidence through constructive feedback and individualized attention during one-on-one conferences.
- Maintained open lines of communication with parents through regular progress reports and parent-teacher conferences, ensuring their involvement in their child''s academic journey.
- Continuously updated personal teaching practices by attending professional development workshops and staying informed on current educational research trends in mathematics education.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on curriculum planning and best practices for effective instruction in a 7th-grade math setting.
- Enhanced student understanding by utilizing visual aids and hands-on activities in lesson plans.
- Promoted a positive classroom atmosphere by implementing effective classroom management strategies and enforcing clear expectations for behavior and work ethic.
- Increased student participation by incorporating engaging group activities and problem-solving exercises into daily lessons.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at increasing overall student achievement in mathematics by participating in committees and sharing expertise with fellow educators.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Attended teacher conferences and workshops to stay abreast of new developments in math education.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Communicated with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavioral issues.
- Integrated Smartboard and other instructional technologies into classroom.
Elementary School Teacher
Winecoff Elementary School
08.1997 - 06.2019
- 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.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student progress and addressing concerns as needed.
- Utilized data-driven instruction techniques to analyze student performance trends and adjust teaching methods accordingly for optimal results.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques customized for diverse learning needs.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Education
UNC Charlotte
Charlotte NC05.2008
Skills
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Collaborative Teaching
- Curriculum Alignment
- Teaching strategies
- Peer Mentoring
- Project-based learning
- Standardized Testing
- Student Mentoring
- Progress Monitoring
- Technology Integration
- Individualized Instruction
- IEP support
- Classroom Management
- Instructional planning
- IEP familiarity
- Smartboard operation
- Assigning and Grading Work
- Middle grades concept
Timeline
7th Grade Math Teacher
Concord Middle School
08.2019 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
Winecoff Elementary School
08.1997 - 06.2019
Master of Science - Elementary Education
UNC Charlotte
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