CONTACT

PHONE NUMBER
(+66) 96 176 9306
MELISSA
NEWELL
E M A I L ADDRESS
MELISSANEWELL@GMAIL.COM

ADDRESS
1414/372 SUKHUMVIT, BANGKOK,
THAILAND 10110

EDUCATION PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

MASTER OF ART, TEACHING An experienced upper elementary school/lower middle school teacher with strong
UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH pedagogical understanding and demonstrated skill sets in student-centered, inquiry-
PITTSBURGH, PA
focused activities and teaching strategies. Exceptionally capable and passionate with
1991 1995
conceptual mathematics lesson planning, instruction and differentiation. Proven success
in raising academic standards and fostering a positive classroom culture of
BACHELOR OF ART,
acceptance and encouragement, while simultaneously embracing a growth mindset.
SOCIOLOGY
.
LE MOYNE COLLEGE
SYRACUSE, NY
2004-2005 EXPERIENCE

SKILLS MATH COACH/HEAD OF DEPARTMENT (EY/PY)

Experience within diverse cultural,
language and socio-economic
environments
Strong pedagogical knowledge,
understanding and application of
current, research-driven methods
Excellent ability to convey mathematical
concepts in diverse ways to ensure
understanding
Effective classroom management and
discipline skills that elicits self-efficacy
and genuine respect and tolerance
towards others
GRADE 4/5 CLASSROOM, GRADE 6 MATH TEACHER
2014 - PRESENT
CONCORDIAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, BANGKOK,
THAILAND
Developed, implemented and coordinated inquiry-based, concept-focused
mathematics curriculum and benchmarks meeting international standards and
alignment within an IB framework for Nursery-Grade 5
Designed and carried out both large and small scale professional development
workshops focused on developing and increasing staffs and parents knowledge
and understanding of conceptual math and use of manipulatives
Supported nine multi-lingual grade levels in mathematics curriculum delivery
through modelling, co-teaching, and creating age and skill appropriate,
differentiated, learning engagements based upon students needs and interests
Taught Grades 4 and 5 self-contained homerooms, supporting students through IB
inquiry units, Exhibition and differentiated Literacy and Mathematical instruction
Accelerated students academic performance, narrowing the achievement gap,
while fostering and promoting a supportive class culture of acceptance and
positive self-worth

High academic standards and

expectations GRADE 3-6 MATHEMATICS, SCIENCE, IT TEACHER
2010 - 2014
ISF INTERNATIONALE SCHULE, FRANKFURT, GERMANY

Responsible for students grade 3-6 in an academic classroom capacity, for

grades 3-7 as academic support and for grades 3-10 as an activities sponsor
Created a cohesive, kind and caring classroom atmosphere representing many
cultures, languages and belief systems
Developed supplemental study resources for periodic examinations, including
creative and engaging Interactive White Board classroom games for grade-level
team members
 CONTACT

PHONE NUMBER
(+66) 96 176 9306
MELISSA
E M A I L ADDRESS
MELISSANEWELL@GMAIL.COM

ADDRESS
NEWELL
1414/372 SUKHUMVIT, BANGKOK,
THAILAND 10110

LICENSURE EXPERIENCE CONTINUED

ELEMENTARY EDUCATION GRADE 4 TEACHER, TEAM LEADER

KINDERGARTEN GRADE 6 2008-2010
PARKWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, DURHAM, NC
NORTH CAROLINA/PENNSYLVANIA
USA
Worked as team leader and member of leadership team, organizing and
facilitating grade-level decision making and support for colleagues
MATHEMATICS
GRADE 6 - 9 Utilized data and research-based instructional strategies to inform instruction and
NORTH CAROLINA/PENNSYLVANIA to promote high standards and expectations
USA Promoted a classroom culture of acceptance and a celebration of cultural
differences

GRADE 3 TEACHER
CERTIFICATIONS (LAST 4 YEARS) 2007 - 2008
NATIONAL HERITAGE ACADEMY, DURHAM, NC

INTERNATIONAL BACHELAURETE Developed supplemental mathematics curriculum to address state standard

Making the PYP Happen in the
Classroom
The Exhibition
The Role of Mathematics
KNOWLEDGE SOURCE INSTITUTE
requirements resulting in a 100% class-level passage rate and an 88% grade-
level passage rate
Worked with team members to develop grade-level consistencies, planning and
creation of instructional materials to create a productive, professional learning
community
Maintained high academic standards through effective differentiation of
instruction and homework

Quality Differentiation with Dr. Carol

Ann Thomlinson GRADE 4 TEACHER
Concept-Based Mathematics with 2005 - 2007
EDISON SCHOOLS, PITTSBURGH, PA
Jennifer Wathall

ADDITIONAL COURSES/CERTIFICATIONS Prepared, planned and taught all academic subjects for 4th grade students,
using inquiry-based curriculum including Everyday Mathematics and Foss Science
Leadership Empowerment: Advanced Provided a safe and calm atmosphere in which students could grow
Communication, Influence and academically, socially and personally, promoting healthy life skills, problem
Leadership solving strategies and coping mechanisms for emotionally disturbed and at-risk
students
Concept based Curriculum and
Instruction Worked as a team member, sharing common planning, professional
development, curriculum design and teaching responsibilities
Assessment in the Differentiated
Classroom
Developing Algebraic Thinking in
Grades 3-5
Underlying Principles and Research for
Effective Literacy Instruction