MELISSA CALDWELL
Woodland
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Whitehead Elementary School, skilled in SIPPs and GLAD methodologies. Cultivated engaging learning environments that boosted student performance and collaboration. Recognized for developing tailored interventions and fostering strong relationships with students and families, enhancing overall educational outcomes. Passionate about continuous professional growth and student success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Whitehead Elementary School
Woodland, CA
08.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to enhance student social and emotional development.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support individual student needs and learning goals.
- Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods to ensure academic growth.
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Whitehead Elementary School
Woodland, Ca
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Boosted student engagement by creating a positive classroom environment that fostered collaboration and respect.
- Enhanced student learning by incorporating diverse teaching methods and materials, catering to individual learning styles.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends, enhancing instructional techniques accordingly.
- Provided personalized feedback on assignments, enabling students to improve their understanding and performance in key subject areas.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, safety initiatives, or community outreach programs contributing positively to the overall school environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing consistent expectations and consequences for improved focus and productivity.
Dedicated Substitute, Prairie & Gibson Elementary
WJUSD
Woodland, CA
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Worked in any capacity as requested by my principal.
- Successfully managed challenging classroom situations.
- Conducted ELPAC and CAASPP spring testing.
- Organized, planned lessons, and taught RSP class for 6 weeks at Prairie Elementary.
- Co-taught moderate to severe ASD class at Gibson Elementary from Nov. 2022 - March 2023.
Long Term Sub for SDC, Dingle Elementary
WJUSD
Woodland, Ca
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Collaborated with special education and general education team to discuss curriculum modifications and individual student needs.
- Developed effective lessons plans based on student's IEP goals and objectives and incorporated culturally relevant and responsive teaching methods.
- Conducted academic assessments required for annual and triannual IEP's.
- Facilitated and monitored mainstreaming for each student.
- Developed excellent rapport with students, parents and staff as demonstrated by continual requests by varying staff members and families.
Response to Intervention Teacher (RTI)
WJUSD
Woodland, CA
12.2019 - 05.2020
- Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
- Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
- Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
- Trained in implementing SIPPs program for reading intervention.
ESL Teacher
Education First
Shanghai, China
01.2013 - 06.2016
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Provided targeted instruction on pronunciation, intonation, and accent reduction to enhance students' overall communication skills in English.
- Enhanced students' speaking skills through regular practice and focused feedback during conversation sessions.
- Increased student proficiency in English by creating engaging and interactive classroom activities.
- Supported language development for non-native speakers by providing one-on-one tutoring sessions tailored to individual needs.
- Conducted in depth parent-teacher conferences.
Education
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - Education
Sanford College of Education, National University
San Diego, CA06-2023
Bachelor of Arts - English Education
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA05-2011
Skills
- SIPPs trained
- GLAD certified
- ABC-OLE trained
- 1st Grade Action Team
- ELD Action Team
- Differentiated instruction
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Whitehead Elementary School
08.2025 - Current
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Whitehead Elementary School
08.2023 - 06.2024
Dedicated Substitute, Prairie & Gibson Elementary
WJUSD
01.2022 - 06.2023
Long Term Sub for SDC, Dingle Elementary
WJUSD
10.2020 - 06.2021
Response to Intervention Teacher (RTI)
WJUSD
12.2019 - 05.2020
ESL Teacher
Education First
01.2013 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Arts - English Education
San Francisco State University
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - Education
Sanford College of Education, National University