Melissa Dillard
***********@*****.*** • 270-***-****
LinkedIn Profile • Bowling Green, KY, 42101
Devoted and diligent professional with extensive experience in preparing and providing innovative and creative lessons, equipped with transferable skills in general business management.
Demonstrated success in leveraging various teaching aids, and motivational/implementation strategies to teach classes with a keen focus on engaging students in active learning. Ability to provide academic leadership to support the establishment of a learning-centered environment to enable the full potential of students. Proven expertise in utilizing robust multi-tasking abilities to oversee various tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment through individual and collaborative efforts. Adept at preparing and delivering daily, effective, and compelling lessons in compliance with core principles and curriculum goals. Proactive specialist with exceptional problem-solving, leadership, and presentation skills; proficient in maintaining up-to-date subject knowledge and designing the latest curriculum materials. Capable of achieving assigned duties and deliverables while operating remotely.
Areas of Expertise
School Counseling
Instructional Design
Educational Consulting
Curriculum Development
Classroom Management
K-12 Education
Teacher Mentoring
Learning Assessment
Writing/Editing/Proofreading
Cross-functional Collaboration
E-Learning
Data Analysis
Team Leadership
Student Attainment
Project Management
Career Experience
Warren County Public Schools, Bowling Green, KY 1993 – 2022
Teacher Guidance Counselor Writing Specialist
Taught comprehensive and engaging lessons to students in a friendly and professional manner.
Communicated objectives for all lessons, units, and projects to students promptly and appropriately.
Prepared, proposed, and implemented efficient teaching plans to meet and exceed diversified students’ needs.
Conducted and graded tests and assignments aimed at evaluating students’ progress and driving necessary improvements.
Education
Master’s Degree in School Counseling
Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY
Bachelor of Science Degree Elementary Education
Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY
Affiliations
Network Nashville
Network Bowling Green
WKU Alumni Association
Nonprofit Network International
Women’s Leadership Program Nashville Chapter
Awarded “Teacher Hero” from the Save Our Kids Coalition
Barren River Area Child Advocacy Center-former board member
Former Board Member of Barren River Area Child Advocacy Center