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Melissa Marr

Park City

Summary

Instructional coach with extensive experience at Warren East High School, focusing on curriculum development and data analysis. Proven ability to enhance student engagement and mentor educators, resulting in successful implementation of standards-based instruction and technology integration. Achievements include measurable improvements in teaching effectiveness and student performance.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Instructional Coach

Warren East High School
Bowling Green
07.2021 - Current
  • Designed and implemented initiatives in collaboration with school leaders to support student achievement goals.
  • Facilitated collaborative teams for development and review of lesson plans emphasizing standards-based instruction.
  • Guided application of best practices within diverse cultural contexts to enhance instructional effectiveness.
  • Provided professional development to teachers and administrators on instructional strategies, best practices, and implementation of curriculum.
  • Conducted needs analysis at schools and districts in order to identify areas where additional support was needed.
  • Created instructional plans for individual teachers, departments, or grade levels based on school-wide learning objectives.
  • Mentored new or struggling teachers by offering constructive advice about pedagogical approaches.
  • Analyzed data from observations, assessments, and other sources to create action plans for improvement.
  • Observed classrooms to provide feedback to teachers regarding their teaching methods and classroom management techniques.
  • Served as a resource person for faculty members seeking information about curriculum development processes.
  • Supported the integration of new technologies into classrooms by providing training sessions for staff members.
  • Coached teachers in effective use of technology tools to enhance instruction and student engagement.
  • Attended conferences related to educational topics such as assessment methods, instructional strategies.

PBIS Coach

Warren East High School
Bowling Green
08.2011 - Current
  • Developed comprehensive behavior plans to address student needs and foster positive outcomes.
  • Facilitated monthly meetings to review and discuss discipline data, driving informed decision-making.
  • Analyzed discipline data to identify trends and guided the implementation of positive reward systems.

High School Social Studies Teacher

Warren East High School
Bowling Green
08.1994 - Current
  • Conducted class discussions on current events related to Social Studies topics.
  • Utilized various teaching methods such as lectures, demonstrations, role-playing, debates.
  • Served as a mentor for new teachers entering the department.
  • Created assessments to evaluate student learning in Social Studies.
  • Collaborated with other teachers within the department to develop new curriculum ideas for social studies classes.
  • Ensured all students had the opportunity to participate actively in the classroom environment.
  • Facilitated group activities that encouraged students to think critically about Social Studies content.
  • Integrated technology into lessons to enhance student engagement and knowledge retention.
  • Assisted students with research projects related to Social Studies topics.

Social Studies Department Chair

Warren East High School
Bowling Green
08.1998 - 08.2021
  • Facilitated communication between school administration officials, board members, parents and guardians, teachers, and students regarding issues related to social studies instruction.
  • Maintained records pertaining to student enrollment, course completion rates, teacher certifications and qualifications related to the department's operations.
  • Coordinated with administrators, teachers, and students to ensure successful program implementation.
  • Trained new teachers hired into the Social Studies Department on curriculum delivery methods and assessment techniques used by existing staff members.
  • Participated actively in district-level committees dedicated to improving educational outcomes within the area of social studies.
  • Developed and implemented standards-based curricula for the Social Studies Department.
  • Acted as a liaison between school administration officials and community organizations interested in promoting effective social studies instruction.

Education

Master of Arts - Education

Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY
08-1999

Bachelor of Arts - History

Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY
05-1993

Skills

  • Curriculum development
  • Data analysis
  • Instructional design
  • Professional development
  • Technology integration
  • Standards-based instruction
  • Mentorship techniques
  • Team collaboration
  • Student engagement
  • Instructional technology
  • Content expertise
  • Teaching strategies
  • Behavior management

Timeline

Instructional Coach

Warren East High School
07.2021 - Current

PBIS Coach

Warren East High School
08.2011 - Current

Social Studies Department Chair

Warren East High School
08.1998 - 08.2021

High School Social Studies Teacher

Warren East High School
08.1994 - Current

Master of Arts - Education

Western Kentucky University

Bachelor of Arts - History

Western Kentucky University

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