Michelle Salisbury
Seekonk
Summary
Dynamic educator with expertise in budget development and school improvement planning. Committed to enhancing student performance through critical thinking and mentorship.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
School Improvement Committee Member
Seekonk High School
09.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with school administration to develop effective educational policies and programs.
- Collaborate with colleagues to enhance leadership capacity within the classroom to improve student learning
- Lead discussions identifying and addressing school community concerns; working towards solutions utilizing staff strengths
- Develop and revise School Improvement Plan, including: scheduling, NEASC recommendations, professional development
Social Studies Teacher
Seekonk High School
09.2001 - Current
- Develop engaging lesson plans aligned with MA Curriculum Frameworks enhancing student understanding of historical concepts.
- Collaborate with special education and guidance colleagues to develop diverse instructional strategies.
- Design creative projects fostering critical thinking and historical analysis.
- Mentor new teachers, providing guidance on curriculum development and classroom management techniques.
- Analyze student performance data to identify trends, inform instruction, and improve student growth.
- Enhance critical thinking skills for students through inquiry-based activities.
Mentor
Providence College
08.2012 - 05.2020
- Responsible for observing, supporting and evaluating student teachers and clinical students.
- Provided constructive feedback to mentees, fostering a growth mindset and resilience.
- Enhanced mentee performance by providing personalized guidance and support.
- Offered constructive feedback on mentee progress, enabling them to refine their skills and enhance their potential.
Evaluation Tool Review Committee
Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
09.2012 - 09.2019
- Collaborated on creation and revision of Teacher Evaluation process
Education
Master of Education - School Leadership
Providence College
Providence, RIMaster of Arts - History
Providence College
Providence, RIBachelor of Arts - Secondary Education/History
Rhode Island College
Providence, RISkills
- Budget development
- MCAS test administrator
- Department Chair
- Scheduling coordinator
- Collaborative mindset
- Innovative and visionary
- Process improvements
- Meeting facilitation
Accomplishments
- Massachusetts DAR: Outstanding American History teacher
- Co-President: Seekonk Jr.Warriors Youth Football & Cheerleading
- Site Coordinator: Teaching American History
- NEASC Committee Chair
- Scheduling Committee Elect
- SHS Head Cheerleading Coach
Timeline
School Improvement Committee Member
Seekonk High School
09.2021 - Current
Evaluation Tool Review Committee
Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
09.2012 - 09.2019
Mentor
Providence College
08.2012 - 05.2020
Social Studies Teacher
Seekonk High School
09.2001 - Current
Master of Education - School Leadership
Providence College
Master of Arts - History
Providence College
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education/History
Rhode Island College