MELISSA HOLT SMITH

**** ******* **. **. *, Harmony, FL 34773,

407-***-****, adgwd9@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

My experience as a grade level lead learning architect for Grade K in science has given me the confidence and knowledge for a K-2 Curriculum Developer/Instructional Designer position. In this position, I managed the developing and editing GK science content for both print and digital arenas. I made or beat all deadlines given for the projects I have lead. I am organized and efficient. I also assisted the other grade level leads in grades 1-5,

Besides the direct experience with K-2 curriculum development, I have 13 years teaching experience PreK-2. I have taught collegiate early childhood classes, as well as monitored child care facilities for the State of Tennessee, I provided guidance and training to the child care facilitators in better providing early childhood care in their centers.

SKILLS

Detail-oriented

Decision-making

Organizing

Time-managment

Written communication

Microsoft Word

Customer relations

Troubleshooting techniques

Task prioritization

EXPERIENCE

August 2015 - October 2020

Learning Architect

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Orlando, FL

Provide assessment and pedagogical expertise in the creation and review of grade level curriculum.

Skilled writer in K-2 content; assisted in Grades 3-5

Conceptualized hands-on activities and wrote steps in a pedagogical style

Helped develop content ideas for specific reader groups.

Collaborated with production and design teams to create page design, establishing content hierarchy and graphic placement.

Worked on first drafts submitted by authors, made edits, and returned works to authors for review.

Prepared, rewrote, and edited copies to improve readability.

Read copy or proof to detect and correct errors in spelling, punctuation, and syntax.

Improved materials and manuscripts with detailed advice on content, style and organization.

Participated in agile work flow

13 years teaching experience Pre-K through 2nd grade

August 2012 - June 2015

Grade 2 Teacher

Orange County Public Schools Harmony, Florida

2nd grade teacher at Northlake Park Elementary & Moss Park Elementary

Planned lessons for all science, math, social studies, and writing co-taught classroom

Collaborated with co-teacher to coordinate themes between disciplines taught by each of us

Provided assessment information to administration and parents

Taught classes for which lesson plans were made

Communication with parents and administration

Special activities as necessary

August 2006 - May 2012

PreK-2nd Grade Teacher

Putnam County School District

Baxter Elementary School, Tammy Hoover, principal 2nd-grade - 931-***-**** Northeast Elementary, Pre-K (4 years) & 1st grade (1 year).

Planned and taught PreK curriculum for all disciplines pedagogically.

Developed materials for center play/education for PreK students

Planned and taught Grades 1 and 2 curriculum.

August 2008 - August 2009

Adjunct Faculty

Tennessee Technological University, Motlow State University, Austin Peay University TN

(as needed), Early Childhood Classes.--taught a variety of Early Childhood Education for students obtaining licensure

August 2007 - December 2007

Adjunct Faculty--Sandy Smith, Supervisor

Tennessee Technological University

Taught Early Childhood Special Education Assessment Class.

July 2005 - August 2006

PreK Special Ed Teacher

Robertson County School District, Greenbrier Elementary School Greenbrier, TN

Lynnell Darden, 615-***-****, supervisor

I taught and developed PreK curriculum for PreK special education class. Taught homebound students as well

Collaborated with Speech and OT to best meet the needs of the children in my classroom and at home

Attended and participated in IEP meetings and IFSP meetings with admin and parents

July 2002 - June 2005

PreK teacher

Clinton County School District Early Childhood Center-PreK Special Ed Albany, KY

Protected children from avoidable injuries through effective management of classroom and outside activities.

Helped children achieve developmentally-appropriate milestones by maintaining supportive and learning-focused environment.

Restocked classroom regularly with cleaning supplies, personal hygiene items, and consumable craft materials.

Collaborated effectively with preschool team members to offer children diverse learning opportunities, ample playtime, and caring environments critical to early childhood success.

Monitored children's behavior for signs of trouble outside of preschool and reported problems to director.

Coordinated snack and mealtimes and appropriately managed special dietary needs of different children.

Supported unique needs of each child under care by consulting with parents and assessing individual behaviors.

Enhanced learning of foundational skills such as color recognition and numbers with diverse class activities.

Kept classroom clean and organized through regular attention to upkeep requirements.

January 2000 - July 2002

Upper Cumberland area

Department of Human Services

Childcare Licensing Counselor-- monitored regional childcare agencies, recruit child care in the area, legalize facilities, provided technical and educational (developmentally appropriate practice) and in-service opportunities.

August 1997 - January 2000

Eligibility Counselor II

Department of Human Services Clay, Cumberland

In-person and telephone interviewss edetermining elgigibilty for family ansssistance benefits ad nd helaalth care.deligibility for family assistance benefits and health care.

Worked with job requirements for clients receiving benefits

EDUCATION

Current

ESOL Domains 1-3, 5 scheduled for Summer 2015

May 2015

Passed ESE K-12 FL certification test

December 2004

M.A

Tennessee Technological University, Cookeville, TN

May 1997

B.S

REFERENCES

Angela Butkowski Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Director of Learning Architecture, Orlando, FL 321-***-****

Christine Ruiz (former colleague @ HMH, Orlando, FL 407-***-****

Trisha Paster Great Minds (former colleague @ HMH) Math Writing Editor 407-***-**** adgwd9@r.postjobfree.com

Karen Veit Sr. Curriculum Specialist Six Red Marbles, Orlando, FL 407-***-**** adgwd9@r.postjobfree.com

Kyle Miller Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Director of Learning Architecture, Orlando, FL 407-***-**** adgwd9@r.postjobfree.com

Beth Crabtree Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Director of Learning Architecture, Orlando, FL 614-***-**** adgwd9@r.postjobfree.com

Steven Riddle Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Sr. Director of Learning Architecture Orlando, FL 407-***-****

INTERESTS

AWARDS & COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Volunteer at A Place For Grace, St. Cloud, FL (teach/tutor GED classes)

Volunteer for Heart of the Cumberland (grief center, co-group facilitator)

2010-2012 KEA scholarship recipient

2003 Jane DuBois Scholarship—1995-96 for Early Childhood Majors

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