Marissa

Talvy
80 Shallow Creek Drive Ranson, WV 25438 609-235-5533 talvyma@dukes.jmu.edu PID: 183286

Objective
To obtain a full-time teaching position in Loudoun County Public Schools where I can apply my energy and passion to
create a student centered learning environment where children are engaged and motivated to learn.

Education
James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA
Masters of Arts in Teaching, Professional Education Licensure Program: Elementary Education (grades PreK-6), May
2013

James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA
Bachelors of Science, Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies, Minor: Elementary Education, May 2012, Cum Laude

Teaching Experience
Teacher, Grade 4, Frances Hazel Reid Elementary School, Leesburg, VA, August 2015 Present
Designed and co-taught lessons supporting the diversity of students, including children with special education
needs and English language learners.
Built literacy skills through the Balanced Literacy approach, including focus lessons or read alouds, guided
reading or strategy groups catered to students needs, and independent reading.
Facilitated students conceptual understanding of math through scaffolding, differentiation, hands on
manipulatives, interactive white board activities, and implementation of technology.
Analyzed data to plan instruction, interventions, and enrichment activities.
Designed and implemented 9-point lesson plans in reading and math.
Collaborated with teammates, instructional coaches, ELL and Special Education teachers, as well as
administrators through Collaborative Learning Team meetings to meet diverse student needs in an inclusive
classroom setting.
Promoted the social-emotional development of students through implementing the PBIS program.
Implemented the use of technology to enhance the learning of students within and outside of the classroom.
Designed and participated in One to the World activities, including guiding students in their Famous Virginians
research project and time management projects.
Engaged students outside of the classroom through community outreach events

Teacher, Grade 3, Victory Elementary, Manassas, VA, August 2014 July 2014
Created pre-assessments and post assessments to guide instructional planning.
Developed SIOP based lessons focused on strong foundational skills.
Cooperated with the third grade team during Collaborative Learning Team meetings and used student data to
guide instruction.
Planned and implemented lessons for guided reading groups and tracked the individual progress of each
student.
Implemented classroom management techniques, which promoted a comfortable and enthusiastic learning
environment.

Summer School Teacher, Grade 3, Piney Branch Elementary, Manassas, VA, July 2014
Created and incorporated engaging, effective lessons in Language Arts targeting students needing remediation.
Coordinated differentiated learning centers for students during Language Arts.

Teacher, Grade 4, Victory Elementary, Manassas, VA, August June 2014
Designed and implemented engaging differentiated lessons across curricular areas such as literacy, centers
based math, science, and social studies for a heterogeneous group of ESOL and general education students.
Improved classroom management skills through the Olweus Bully Prevention Program and Positive Behavioral
Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
Collaborated with the fourth grade team during Collaborative Learning Team meetings

Leadership and Professional Development
Professional Development
Prince William Countys Second Language Acquisition for Educators (SLATE) Course, August March 2014
 Marissa Talvy
80 Shallow Creek Drive Ranson, WV 25438 609-235-5533 talvyma@dukes.jmu.edu PID: 183286

o Completed 45 hours of ESOL training through implementation and coursework.
Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP), August 2015-Present
o The SIOP Model is a research-based and validated instructional model that has proven effective in
addressing the academic needs of English language learners
Loudoun Countys Pathways to Reading and Writing Program, 2015
o Pathways consists of the following components: phonics instruction, word study, shared reading,
guided reading, independent reading, read alouds, and writers workshop. It reinforces classroom
instruction with word study, guided reading, and guided writing.
Leadership Roles
Grade Representative, Literacy Advisory Council, August June 2014
o Collaborated on ways to help teachers improve Language Arts through school-wide implementation of
ideas developed.
Leader, Student Council Association, August June 2014
o Orchestrated SCA meetings monthly while managing over 50 student representatives.
Professional Skills
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Highly proficient with a wide range of technology including Promethean and SMART Board, PC, and MAC
applications.
Trained in Common Sense Media
Versatile team member that will take initiative to develop as a professional and impart that knowledge with
colleagues.

Relevant Experience
SOL Club Teacher, Frances Hazel Reid Elementary School, spring 2016
Graduate Assistant, James Madison University, spring 2013
o Assisted faculty members in preparing for instruction, grading papers, conducting research, performing
departmental administrative tasks, etc.
Young Childrens Program Aide, James Madison University, spring 2013
o Aided teachers during daily tasks and supervised three-year-old and four-year-old children at the Young
Childrens Program.
Student Teacher, Grade 1, Berkeley Glenn Elementary, Waynesboro, VA, October December 2012
Student Teacher, Grade 5, Pleasant Valley Elementary, Rockingham, VA, August October 2012
Practicum Student, Grade 2, Luray Elementary, Luray, VA, August December 2011
Practicum Student, Head Start Preschool Program, Elkton Elementary, Elkton, VA, August December 2010

University Activities and Honors
Academic Honors
Deans List: Spring 2010, Fall 2010, Spring 2011, Spring 2012
Presidents List: Fall 2011
Presidential Status for The National Society of Leadership and Success
Leadership in Professional Organizations
Vice President, National Society of Leadership and Success, fall 2011 spring 2013
o Created and established an induction ceremony for members through use of organizational and
interpersonal skills.
Community Service Chair, Kappa Delta Pi International Honor Society in Education, fall 2012 spring 2013
Membership in Professional Organizations
Kappa Delta Pi International Honor Society in Education, active member, fall 2009 spring 2013
The National Society of Leadership and Success, active member, fall 2010 spring 2013
Phi Beta Delta, active member, fall 2011 spring 2012
Association for Childhood Education International, member, fall 2010 spring 2013
University Activities
Marching Royal Dukes, fall 2008 spring 2009
Studied Abroad in Florence, Italy, spring 2010

References Available Upon Request