Elissa J. McClain

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OBJECTIVE

To obtain a position as an elementary teacher in which I can empower and educate students both personally and academically.

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CURRICULAR AND INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP

• Fulfilled the NCLB requirements of a “Highly Qualified” Teacher

• Evaluated as a highly effective teacher each year

• Planned, implemented, and assessed differentiated instruction in all subjects using Common Core State
  Standards, including Reading and Writing Workshop

• Actively participated in data-driven PLC work

• Worked as a part of a collaborative learning group with fellow first grade teachers

• Implemented the Learning Target Theory of Action to create clear targets and success criteria for student learning

• Participated in an evaluation system using the Danielson Framework

• Carefully collected and analyzed data from multiple sources to close the achievement gap of my students

• Developed and administered informal and formal assessments to evaluate learning and inform planning

• Developed and implemented intervention plans to support struggling learners

• Utilized technology daily to support assessment and instruction

• Developed repertoire of classroom management strategies for all students and attended professional development opportunities to support all students

• Participated in building, district and additional professional development opportunities to learn new techniques to further instruction

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PARENT AND COMMUNITY RELATIONSHIPS

• Worked as a co-facilitator for the school Stephen Covey Leader in Me Teacher Lighthouse Team

• Planned and organized meetings and school events as the lead of the Parent Lighthouse Team

• Instrumental in planning school-wide Leadership Days, as well as the progress in becoming the 5th
  Lighthouse School in MI and completing our re-certification

• Participated in drop-off, pick-up, and evening events to establish and maintain rapport with families

• Developed a relationship with families by inviting parents to volunteer in my classroom

• Communicated effectively with parents using email, phone calls and newsletters

• Attended PTA meetings and events

 

STUDENT ATTENDANCE AND DISCIPLINE

• Implemented Leader in Me and Conscious Discipline techniques

• Actively monitored student attendance and intervened as appropriate

• Capitalized on disciplinary situations as instructional opportunities

• Created behavior plans for students when necessary

 

OTHER LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

• Mentored Michigan State Teacher Interns

• Videotaped for Michigan Department of Education’s Early Literacy Project 2017

• Mentor Teacher to MSU Teacher Intern, 2015-Present

• Presenter at the Leader in Me Symposium

• Stephen Covey Leader in Me Teacher Lighthouse Team Leader, 2014-Present

• Pilot and Review for a writing unit written by Nell Duke and published by Scholastic, 2013  

• Created and Launched an after-school club for K-2 students, 2013                                           

• Pilot and Review for Common Core Writing Units for Oakland Schools, 2013      

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​TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Waterford School District, Waterford, MI                                                                                                                                              Elementary School Teacher, Grade 1                            August 2012 – Present

Elementary School Teacher, Grade 1/2 Split               August 2011 – June 2012

Elementary School Teacher, Grade 3                         August 2010 – June 201                                                                     

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EDUCATION

Masters of Arts in Education (MAED)

Concentration in Literacy Education

Michigan State University, 2012-2013, (GPA 4.0)

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Fifth Year Teacher Intern Program, 12 graduate credits
Michigan State University, 2009 – 2010,  (GPA 4.0)     ​

​Bachelor of Arts Degree

Major in Elementary Education with a teaching major in Social Studies

Michigan State University, 2005-2009,  Graduated with Honors (GPA 3.75)

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PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION

Michigan Elementary Professional Certificate, June 2015
K-5 All Subject Areas, 6 – 8 Social Studies

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

•    Elementary Inquiry Lab Host, Waterford, MI, 2015

•    ALICE Training, Waterford, MI, 2015    

•    Learning Target Theory of Action Training, Waterford, MI, 2015

•    Michigan Reading Association Conference,​ Grand Rapids, MI, March 2013, March 2012, March 2011
•    District Wide Professional Learning Community Training, Waterford, MI, 2012-2013
•    Covey Leader in Me Training, Waterford, MI, 2012-2013
•    OWLEUS Training, Waterford, MI, 2012
•    Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training, Waterford, MI, 2011
•    Writing Curriculum Network, Waterford, MI, 2011
•    NCA School Improvement Planning, Waterford, MI, 2009 - Present
•    First Aid, CPR Certified
•    Conscious Discipline, Waterford, MI, 2009-2010
•    DRA testing and Building Literacy Team meetings, Waterford, MI, 2009-Present


OTHER PROFESSIONAL CONTRIBUTIONS
•    Co-facilitator of the Leader in Me Teacher Lighthouse Team, Waterford, MI, 2014-2015

•    Presentor at the Leader in Me Symposium, Livonia, MI, 2014-2015

•    Pilot and review for a writing unit written by Nell Duke and published by Scholastic, Waterford, MI, 2013
•    Created and launched the "Sharpen the Saw " after school club for K-2 students, Waterford, MI, 2013​

•    Pilot and review for Oakland Schools, Pontiac, MI, 2013
•    Report Card Committee, Waterford, MI, 2012
•    Data Binder Planning Committee, Waterford, MI, 2011

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TECHNOLOGY QUALIFICATIONS

​Proficient in:
​Internet, Email, Google Maps, Google Drive, Google Docs,  Skype, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher and Outlook, Digital Cameras, iPad Apps and iPods, Digital Storytelling (PhotoStory),  MP3 Players, Social Media (Facebook, Pinterest), Building Websites (Wix, Weebly),  Scrapblogs



HONORS AND ACHIEVEMENTS 

•    Rated as a Highly Effective Teacher, 2013 - Present
•    Michigan State University "Student of Geography," 2005 -- 2008
•    Member, National Society of Collegiate Scholars, 2007 -- 2010
•    Dean’s List, 2005 -- 2010
•    Graduated with Honors,​ Michigan State University, 2009



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