HEATHER MICHEL

29 Charles St, Hagerstown, M D 21740

H: 4438950943 | C: 510-290-8941
heathermichel@rocketmail.com

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Engaging Math teacher skilled at encouraging and inspiring high school
students. Strives to reach out to students to help them reach the highest level
of academic success possible, specializing in individualized instruction based
on students' needs and interests. Desires a long term teaching position at the
high school level. Bringing 20 years experience as a High School Science
Teacher. Devoted to bridging the gender gap in science-based careers.
Cares deeply about student success. Creative lesson planner who excels at
motivating and inspiring students.
SKILLS
MD Teaching Certificate Core competencies
Active listener Organizational development
IEPs knowledge knowledge
Strong written and verbal Flexible and adaptable
communicator Fast learner
Motivated to help others Highly dependable
ActivInspire knowledge Excellent attention to detail
Understands Animoto and Prezi
WORK HISTORY
classroom teacher
08/2009 to 06/2011
Al-Rahmah Islamic School Johnnycake Rd, Baltimore, MD 21244
Taught 2 periods of Physical Science for grade 8 each day.
Taught 2 periods of Earth Science for grade 6 each day.
Taught 1 period of Pre-Algebra for grade 8 each day.
Taught 1 period of Algebra 1 for grade 9 each day.
Taught 1 period of Geometry for grade 10 each day.
Established clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects.
Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying
needs.
Encouraged students to persevere with challenging tasks.
Attended 2 staff meetings each month and served on the Family Math
Night Committee.
Employed a broad range of instructional techniques to retain student
interest and maximize learning.
Taught students to utilize problem solving methodology and techniques
in labs.
Communicated with peers, colleagues, administrators and parents to
meet and exceed teaching goals.
Created lesson plans in line with state curriculum and school curriculum
standards.
Created an interactive classroom atmosphere to maintain student


































interest and facilitate learning.
Identified areas of weakness with individual students and tailored
lessons accordingly.
Coordinated with the Principal to address discipline issues.
Graded student work and kept careful records of grades.
Recommended student promotion and retention.
Maintained accurate and complete student records as required by
laws, district policies and administrative regulations.
Developed, administered and graded tests in order to evaluate
students' progress.
Pursued professional development activities to broaden and deepen
knowledge of content and teaching skills.
Acted as a positive role model for students and colleagues.
Selected textbooks, equipment and other instructional materials.
Supervised teacher aides and volunteers each year in Science Fair
and weekly SEMAA labs.
classroom teacher
03/2003 to 06/2004
Kingsway Academy of Special Education Sykesville, MD
Taught 1 period of Math Skills for grades 6 through 8 each day.
Taught 1 period of Pre-Algebra for grades 9 through 10 each day.
Taught 1 period of Algebra 1 for grades 11 through 12 each day.
Taught 1 periods of Biology for grades 9 through 10 each day.
Taught 1 period of General Science for grades 6 through 8 each day.
Taught 1 period of English for grades 9 through 10 each day.
Created lesson plans in line with state curriculum and school curriculum
standards.
Established clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects.
Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying
needs.
Encouraged students to persevere with challenging tasks.
Employed a broad range of instructional techniques to retain student
interest and maximize learning.
Communicated with peers, colleagues, administrators and parents to
meet and exceed teaching goals.
Created an interactive classroom atmosphere to maintain student
interest and facilitate learning.
Created engaging and dynamic lessons with an emphasis on
improving students' written and verbal communication skills.
Identified areas of weakness with individual students and tailored
lessons accordingly.
Coordinated with the entire staff to address discipline issues.
Proofread and evaluated students' writing and gave feedback.
Recommended student promotion and retention.
Graded student work and kept careful records of grades.
Maintained accurate and complete student records as required by
laws, district policies and administrative regulations.
Developed, administered and graded tests in order to evaluate
students' progress.
Acted as a positive role model for students and colleagues.
classroom teacher
09/2005 to 06/2007
New Mark of Excellence Windsor Mill, MD

Taught 1 period of English for grade 9 each day.



























Taught 1 period of Physics for grades 11 through 12 each day.
Taught 1 period of Algebra 1 for grade 9 each day.
Taught 2 periods of Pre-Algebra for grades 7 through 8 each day.
Taught 1 period of Biology for grades 9 through 10 each day.
Established clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects.
Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying
needs.
Encouraged students to persevere with challenging tasks.
Taught students to utilize problem solving methodology and techniques
during labs.
Created an interactive classroom atmosphere to maintain student
interest and facilitate learning.
Coordinated with the Principal to address discipline issues.
Graded student work and kept careful records of grades.
Developed, administered and graded tests in order to evaluate
students' progress.
Acted as a positive role model for students and colleagues.
classroom teacher
09/2002 to 06/2006
Bittersweet Home School Co-op Catonsville, MD
Taught 1 period of Physics for grades 11 through 12 each Friday.
Taught 1 period of Physical Science for grades 7 through 8 each Friday.
Taught 1 period of Language Arts for grades 4 through 5 each Friday.
Taught my son every subject from grade 1 to grade 4 Monday through
Thursday, including Science and Language Arts homework from Co-op.
Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying
needs.
Encouraged students to persevere with challenging tasks.
Taught students to utilize problem solving methodology and techniques
during labs.
Communicated with peers, colleagues, administrators and parents to
meet and exceed teaching goals.
Created an interactive classroom atmosphere to maintain student
interest and facilitate learning.
Created engaging and dynamic lessons with an emphasis on
improving students' written and verbal communication skills.
Proofread and evaluated students' writing and gave feedback.
Acted as a positive role model for students and colleagues.
Selected textbooks, equipment and other instructional materials.
EDUCATION
Master of Arts: Liberal Arts
Current
McDaniel College Westminster, MD
Bachelor of Science: Mathematics, Minor in Physics
1995
UMBC Catonsville, MD
Certificate in Secondary Education in Mathematics and passed the Praxis
Exam for Math.
Magna cum Laude
Recipient of MD Distinguished Scholar Award
Recipient of MD Teacher Scholarship