Melinda Martin
Zachary
Summary
My primary objective is to provide a safe and nurturing learning environment that encourages student growth and development. I aim to facilitate engaging and challenging instruction that fosters a love for learning, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher/Girls Volleyball Coach
Southeast Middle Magnet School
07.2024 - Current
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
- Created a safe and inclusive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations for behavior and respect among students.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safe and orderly learning environments during physical activities.
- Prepared lesson plans to teach age-appropriate exercises in alignment with school curriculum.
Physical Education Teacher
IDEA University Prep
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Integrated character education principles into daily lessons, instilling values such as teamwork, perseverance, responsibility, and sportsmanship in students.
- Led exercises and physical activities to engage students and develop physical skills.
- Established a positive rapport with parents, conducting regular communication to keep them informed about their child''s progress and achievements in physical education classes.
- Served as a coach for various school sports teams, leading them to numerous victories and successful seasons.
Paraprofessional
Bains Elementary School
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
Paraprofessional
Democracy Prep Public Schools
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Middle School Assist. Basketball Coach 2022-2023
- Key responsibilities: planning and delivering effective instruction across various subjects and grade levels, assessing and monitoring student progress, and providing individualized support and intervention as needed.
Co-Teacher
IDEA Innovation Academy
08.2019 - 05.2022
- Co-Teacher of the Year 2019 - 2020 | Elementary/Middle School Basketball Coach 2019-2023 | Elementary Volleyball Coach 2019-2023
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
Education
MA Program -
Delta College of Arts & Technology
Baton Rouge, LA12.2012
Bachelor of Social Science - undefined
Upper Iowa University
Fayette, Iowa01.2024
High School - undefined
McKinley Senior High School
Baton Rouge, LA05.2010
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Social-emotional learning training
- Lesson planning
- Behavior management
- Classroom instruction
- Conflict resolution
References
Available upon request.
COMMUNICATION
Collaborating with colleagues, parents, and community members to support student learning and achievement is an essential responsibility of an elementary school teacher.
LEADERSHIP
As a teacher, I maintain a positive classroom environment that promotes student engagement, behavior management, and social-emotional development.
Certification
- Physical Education, iTEACH Program - August 2025
Timeline
Teacher/Girls Volleyball Coach
Southeast Middle Magnet School
07.2024 - Current
Physical Education Teacher
IDEA University Prep
01.2024 - 05.2024
Paraprofessional
Bains Elementary School
08.2023 - 12.2023
Paraprofessional
Democracy Prep Public Schools
08.2022 - 05.2023
Co-Teacher
IDEA Innovation Academy
08.2019 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Social Science - undefined
Upper Iowa University
High School - undefined
McKinley Senior High School
MA Program -
Delta College of Arts & Technology
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