MELANIE QUAM

Phone: (715) 572-3799 | Email:

melkroll10@gmail.com
Address: 621 East Minnesota Street, Cannon
Falls, MN 55009

Objective: To obtain the science teaching position, where I can support and
foster student learning as well as share my passion to teach students of all skill
levels.
Licensure and Education
Winona State University
Minnesota Teaching License, Secondary Life Science 9-12
Bachelor of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology

Expected May 2016

May 2015

Work Experience
L IFE SCIEN C E IN TERN- Kenyon-Wanamingo Schools Kenyon, MN August 2015-Present
Primary lead teacher in four different preps and six different classes a day, including middle school life
science, tenth grade biology, high school environmental science, biotechnology, and anatomy and physiology.
Collaborated with staff at meetings, within professional learning communities, and with mentors about
instructional units and standards focused lesson plans to improve student success, learning, and engagement.
Coordinated with special education leaders on ways to differentiate and meet the goals of students
with exceptional needs.
Successfully implemented a number of various instructional strategies and formats to modify
curriculum for English language learners and students with individualized education plans or 504s.
Participated in parent-teacher conferences to communicate student academic goals and development,
as well as develop a positive rapport with parents and guardians.
Participated in IEP meetings as the general education teacher to discuss student goals, plans, and
modifications.
Formed positive and constructive relationships with all students and mentorships with a small group of
7th grade students that were struggling in multiple classes.
Head coached the Kenyon-Wanamingo dance team which included developing an athletic handbook,
setting team goals, teaching choreography, running practices, and developing conditioning routines to improve
skill levels.

A SSISTAN T CH EERL E ADIN G COACH Burnsville Senior High School Burnsville, MN July 2015Present
Coordinated with family and athletes for successful participation in school events, competitions, and
fundraisers.
Promoted a positive environment for all cheerleaders to feel included, safe, and secure as well as
fostered morals and values based on honesty, integrity, hard work, and responsibility.
Encouraged male involvement and participation on the team.
Choreographed and taught athletes numerous dance, cheer, and stunt routines with individual skill
sets, talents, and abilities in mind.
Instructed athletes on the importance of safety when stunting and performing.
Effectively communicated both written and verbally with all parents that had children participating in
the program.

PERSON AL CARE ASSIS TAN T- PossAbilities - Rochester, MN March 2014 Present; Home and
Community Options-Winona, MN December 2011-March 2014
Assisted clients in activities of daily living including feeding, bathing, transfers, dressing, redirecting,
and medication administration.
Scheduled and participated in client appointments including transportation.
Effectively implemented individual skills programs and alternate curriculums with the goal of further
independence.
Collaborated with families and schools to set and follow goals of the clients Individualized Education
Program.
Successfully developed a connection and relationship with children and families using excellent
communication skills both written and verbal, as well as applying a minimal knowledge of sign language
adjusted toward the individuals.

 Handled aggressive behavior in an appropriate manner with the safety of the children in the highest
regard, and followed required reporting procedures after such occurrences.

Awards and Achievements

Certificate of Outstanding Achievement on the edTPA
2015
WSU Deans List
2011, 2013-2015