MICHELLE KING
Castaic
Summary
- Experienced educator with 32 years of success in implementing innovative teaching methods that enhance student learning experiences. Proven ability to collaborate with families and staff to create tailored educational plans that drive academic achievement. Skilled in fostering supportive learning environments that build student confidence and knowledge. Committed to meeting educational goals and optimizing IEP progress for K-12 students through effective instructional strategies.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
1/2 combo class teacher
Our Lady of Peace School
08.2021 - Current
- Implemented core curriculum for first and second grade students
- Performed all duties as assigned and beyond
RESOURCE TEACHER
De La Salle School
Granada Hills
08.2019 - 07.2021
- Delivered differentiated instruction across multiple grade levels to accommodate diverse learning needs.
- Facilitated small group sessions targeting specific instructional requirements for students.
- Implemented enrichment activities fostering critical thinking among advanced learners.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, including scores, attendance metrics, and behavioral reports.
- Facilitated communication between school personnel, families, outside agencies, and other stakeholders involved in supporting the student's learning process.
FIFTH GRADE TEACHER
De La Salle School
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Utilized STEM activities on a weekly basis, incorporated an 'author's Chair' for students to present writing pieces in front of various audiences.
- Students performed 'Reader's Theater' for K-8th grade peers.
- Effectively managed a Gifted and talented class of 35.
- Provided instruction to 6th grade Religion studies on a daily basis.
- Participated in WASC accreditation process for upcoming school year.
SECOND GRADE TEACHER
California Academic Virtual Academy
11.2018 - 08.2019
- Provided engaging online lessons aligned with second grade standards and organized interactive day trips for students and parents to attend together.
- Completed professional development on becoming an effective online teacher.
- Remained current with Blackboard technology platform.
- Cultivated Community Day opportunity to facilitate social interactions with in-person grade level lessons.
EDUCATOR
Strathern Elementary
Los Angeles
02.1993 - 04.2018
- Company Overview: Los Angeles, CA
- Created a welcoming classroom environment where age and comprehension level appropriate lesson plans were implemented and executed.
- Enforced classroom and school rules, observed and evaluated student performance, and maintained open and consistent communication with parents and guardians.
- Maintained accurate daily records of self-reflection of teaching methods.
- Implemented positive discipline; followed policy of warning, timeout, talk and parent check-in.
- Served as mentor to K-5 Grade Level team members and managed team of 30 professionals.
- Implemented a developmentally appropriate curriculum and implemented STEM whenever appropriate.
- Facilitated the BTSA induction program for new teachers for 5 years.
- Coordinated Testing programs-Smarter Balance, IAB, Standards Master teacher for 7 years.
- Served as Acting Literacy Coach for a 6-month period.
- Chapter Chair Provided Professional Development.
- CLAD certified.
- Los Angeles, CA
Education
MASTER OF ARTS - CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION; STEM EMPHASIS
California State University Northridge
Northridge, CA12-2025
MASTER OF ARTS - EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP AND POLICY STUDIES
California State University Northridge
Northridge, CABACHELOR OF ARTS - LIBERAL STUDIES
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- ELL program design
- Cultural awareness
- Social and emotional support
- Behavioral strategies
- Best practices implementation
- New teacher mentorship
- Training and development
- Staff training
- Complex problem solving
- Data analysis
- Documentation and reporting
- Effective communication
Core Competencies
Curriculum Development, Classroom Management, Student Interaction, ELL Program Development, Cultural Sensitivity, Children’s Social and Emotional Needs, Behavioral Plans, Best Practices, New Teacher Support, Training and Mentoring, Staff Development, Complex Problem Solving, Data Analysis, Documentation and Reporting, Effective Communication
Activities
Leadership Development Program, Member, Alumni Association LMU AND CSUN
Certification
- Clear California multi subject k-12 teaching credential
- Administrative Credential
- CLAD certified
- BTSA Induction Coordinator
- Master Teacher
Timeline
1/2 combo class teacher
Our Lady of Peace School
08.2021 - Current
RESOURCE TEACHER
De La Salle School
08.2019 - 07.2021
FIFTH GRADE TEACHER
De La Salle School
08.2019 - 06.2020
SECOND GRADE TEACHER
California Academic Virtual Academy
11.2018 - 08.2019
EDUCATOR
Strathern Elementary
02.1993 - 04.2018
MASTER OF ARTS - CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION; STEM EMPHASIS
California State University Northridge
MASTER OF ARTS - EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP AND POLICY STUDIES
California State University Northridge
BACHELOR OF ARTS - LIBERAL STUDIES
Loyola Marymount University
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