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
1500 Gold Rush Drive Concord NC
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
Concord NC
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