MICHELLE L. WRIGHT
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EDUCATION: Post-Baccalaureate Certification: 7-12 History May 2015
EDUCATION: Post-Baccalaureate Certification: 7-12 History May 2015
Texas
Woman’s University, Denton, TX
Master
of Library and Information Studies, MLIS 1994
Bachelor
of Arts in History, Minor in Classics 1993
Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL
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EXPERIENCE
EXPERIENCE
Student Teacher (Jan. -May 2015)
Texas History, 7th Grade,
Cinco Ranch Junior High (Mar. 16 – May 1, 2015)
Teacher: Dustin Schmeits
World History, Cinco Ranch High School
(Jan. 20-Mar. 6, 2015) Teacher: William Huff
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Created daily lesson plans for the
units Scientific Revolution, Enlightenment, Political Revolutions, Industrial
Revolution and Imperialism. Activities
included warm-ups/hooks, exit tickets, graphic organizers, processing
strategies (visual and literary analysis, storyboard, etc.), Think Pair Share,
and other similar teaching strategies.
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Worked closely with PLC to pre and
post analyse tests and test results and to plan unit.
Substitute Teaching, Katy ISD (2012-current)
Mainly JH and HS History, Reading, English and Library.
Long-term substitute positions:
Memorial Parkway Junior High, Library- Grade 6-8 (Apr. 14-June 6, 2014)
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Taught students how to download and
use Follett Shelf for audio-books and e-books.
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Weeded the library collection and
created wish lists for collection development.
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Conducted end-of-the-year procedures.
Fielder Elementary, Library, Grade K-5 (Sept.
27-Nov. 8, 2013)
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Created lesson plans for Grades K-5 in
information literacy and Digital Citizenship skills.
Tompkins High School (Mar. 2014)
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Used Web 2.0 tools including Prezi,
Screencast-O-Matic, Bubbl.us & Mins42 (mindmapping), Penzu (online
journal), Voki, easel.ly (Infographics), YouTube, Animoto, Wordle, and Blogger.
Elementary Librarian / Atlas Rubicon
Trainer, (2005-2012)
Dubai
American Academy, Grades Pre-K-5, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Taught information skills to 1,500
KG-5th students using classroom content related topics.
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Involved in yearly accreditation from
first draft through accreditation and reaffirmation for three associations
including the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, the Council of
International Schools and the UAE Knowledge and Human Development
Authority.
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One of two Atlas Rubicon Trainers for
Grades Pre-K-12. Developed library curriculum for grades KG1-5th and
mapped the data into Atlas Rubicon.
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Worked closely with teachers to create
a collection to meet curricular needs.
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Developed and implemented the first
Summer Reading Program for DAA.
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Initiated the participation of DAA in
the Emirates Airline International Festival of Literature (EAIFL). I was able
to bring Jeffrey Deaver, Terry Brooks and Tony Buzan to DAA for author visits
and to arrange for Speech, Theatre, Music, and Art classes to present events at
EAIFL.
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Member of various committees,
including the Social Club and Literacy Initiative Committee.
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Worked with PTA to add library
furniture to create an efficient and pleasing atmosphere.
Director of Library Services, (2001-2005)
American University in Dubai, Dubai, United
Arab Emirates
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Administered and responsible for
library operations including supervising six staff, reference, collection
management, circulation, textbooks and periodicals.
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Under my leadership, the materials
budget increased 300%, circulation increased 70%, staff increased from 3 to 6, and
online databases increased from 2 to 10.
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Involved in SACS accreditation for
both reaffirmation and independent accreditation.
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Suggested, planned and implemented the
first AUD Staff Christmas Party which became an annual event. Coordinated with the U.S. Secret Service for
a safe and organized visit by former President Clinton for a book signing in
the library.
Librarian, (1998-2001)
Higher Colleges of Technology, Sharjah
Women’s College, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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Administered and responsible for
library operations including supervising 3 staff, reference, collection
management, circulation, textbooks and supplementals.
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Worked closely with faculty and
supervisors for purchasing of program related resources.
Interim Coordinator, Instructional Support
Services, Learning Resource Center,
Valencia Community College, Osceola Campus, Kissimmee, FL, (1997-1998)
· Administered and responsible for all
library operations including a budget of $260,000, supervised 17 staff and four
departments: Reference, Circulation, AV and Testing Center.
· Represented the library in various
committees.
Faculty
Teacher, Valencia Community
College, Osceola Campus, Kissimmee, FL, (1997-1998)
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Taught the college level course
“Student Success” focusing on personal and academic skills including time
management, note-taking, prioritising, test taking, critical and creative
thinking, money/financial aid, and memory techniques using the textbook Becoming
a Master Student.
Reference Librarian, Valencia
Community College, East Campus, Orlando, FL, (1996-1997)
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Conducted reference with students,
staff and faculty using print and electronic resources.
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
ATPE Online Professional Development
courses (May 2014)
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Classroom Management
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Law and Ethics
Atlas Rubicon Training. Portland, Oregon
(July 2010)
· Diagnostic Curriculum Forensics Lab
· Adopting, Implementing and Analyzing a Standards Based Curriculum
· Catapult Mapping Quality
(July 2008)
· Backwards Design, Essential Questions & Atlas
· Advanced Analytical Tools & Techniques
· Designing an Effective Review Process
· Promethean Board
Certification (2007)
MEMBERSHIPS: ATPE, NEA, National Council for History
Education
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