MELISSA R.

STAUSS
41 Mountain View Drive
Wantage, N.J. 07461

Home: (973) 445-4264

Email: literatureteacher1@gmail.com

OBJECTIVE: School Library Media Specialist

PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND

A pro-active researcher committed to implementing new strategies, instructional techniques

and models.
An active user of numerous forms of technology in the classroom designed to enhance the
learning experience for all Language Arts Literacy students in a traditional and flipped
classroom.
Unconditionally supportive and amiable with all staff members encourages congenial
relationships to build collegial support systems amongst all staff members. Applies the
understanding of when to be a team player and when to initiative a leadership role in respect to
teaching staff and administrators in all content areas.
Knowledgeable and well-versed in Common Core Standards, incorporation of 21st Century Life
and Career Standards, New Jerseys Technology Literacy Standards, International Society for
Technology in Education and AASL Standards for 21st Century Learner.
A self-motivated and focused agent of change that demonstrates a record of superior
commitment and completion of daily tasks and long-range assignments.
Facilitator of positive rapport with parents and community members that emphasizes a
commitment and perseverance to ensure student success on every level.
A consistent communicator with all guardians utilizing technology resources, in addition to
weekly conferences.
Extremely flexible teaching experience at every level of Language Arts Literacy including
honors, regular education, special education classrooms, journalism, and yearbook.

Personal Motto: Learning is not attained by chance, it must be sought for with ardor and
diligence. - Abigail Adams

ACADEMIC BACKGROUND

New Jersey City University, Jersey City, NJ

Working towards MA in Educational
Technology with a Specialization in
Library Media Studies. Anticipated
Associate School Library Media
Specialist Certification in May 2015.
Current credits in program: 21

September 2013-Anticipated graduation May 2015

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University of Colorado Pueblo

Additional graduate courses focused in the area
of English Language Arts Literacy and teacher
development.

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September 2010 May 2012

Montclair State University, Montclair, NJ

Masters Degree: Educational Leadership: Administration and Supervision
Professional Licenses:
English Secondary Education
Principals License August 2010
Superintendents License December 2010

August 2010

William Paterson University, Wayne, NJ

Bachelor of Arts: English Literature
Professional License:
New Jersey State Certification of English

May 2004

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Library Media Specialist Internship

January 2015- May 2015
Facilitated and assisted several staff members with the creation of their websites.
Assisted librarian in revitalizing her website
Developed positive relationships with book vendors and Destiny Follett representatives
Created appropriate bulletin board themes based on monthly objective
Assisted library media specialist and teachers in coordinating technology materials
Created inventory for Chrome books, iPad carts and laptops for PARCC use.
Communicated with several librarians to observe their method of organization and
circulation standards
Daily shelving and maintenance of library.
Manage print and non-print resources (including online databases) for students before
and after school
Coordinate lessons with librarian and teachers who need assistance in utilizing
technology resources
Created and maintained Google calendar to assist teachers in scheduling library time
and resources/materials
Created a 2015 book order list utilizing input from teachers and feedback from Google
Forms.
Shared resources with teachers and librarian to help teach colleagues how to create
Screen Casts and online tutorials for workshop or lesson development.
Maintained updated records in automated system, Destiny Follett, printing daily reports
and maintaining accurate records

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Eleven years of experience as Language Arts Literacy teacher in the Nutley School District
September 2004 Present
Works closely with team members from multiple content areas to contribute to middle
school model experience for all students.
Instructs Language Arts Literacy, on every level, including honors and special education
classes.
Partners with Child Study Team to implement new I.E.P. forms and meet with parents
regularly to discuss I.E.P. modifications and methods of bridging the gap between
regular education classes and special education students.
Consistently works closely with parents to ensure continued improvement in each
students academic success.
Enhanced production of Raider Review, student-lead school newspaper. Facilitates
community and parental support.
Participates in a variety of committees, including but not limited to: principal advisory,
middle school model turn over, instructional rounds, technology and curriculum inservices, teacher evaluation transition, and serves as a middle school model team
coordinator.

Curriculum Coordinator
September 2009 - Present
Active participation in curriculum mapping for Language Arts Literacy in grades 5-8.
Spearheads curriculum revision for grades 7-8 in accordance with revised Common Core
standards.
Has prepared and presented new curriculum guidelines to the Nutley Board of
Education and State officials from the New Jersey Quality Single Accountability
Continuum.
Works in conjunction with district principals and vice principals throughout the
progression of year-long implementation.
Active participator in the completion of new curriculum development according to
Common Core Standards, cross-curricular communications and new educational trends.

Coordinator of NJ ASK and PARCC Preparation Classes for Teachers

Implementation of Technology Resources for Student Achievement

January 2010 Present
Ongoing participation with piloting of new PARCC testing, assisting the Technology
Coordinator and teachers through the process of utilizing Pearson Access.
Introduced application of Google Documents to Language Arts teachers to utilize as a
writing and collaborating tool in the classroom.
Successfully implemented Google Applications as a method of parental involvement and
support in students academics.
A consistent creator of live classroom videos utilizing webcam and document camera to
maintain a flipped classroom. Videos highlighted classroom lessons, student work and
step-by-step writing guidance for parents and students.

September 2008
Present
Researches and develops highly successful teacher preparation program for all Language
Arts teachers district-wide in grades 3-8 focusing on specific procedures, methodologies,
strategies, and skills in order to better prepare students for the NJ ASK assessment.
Assisted teachers in preparing curriculum that is PARCC aligned.

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Successfully created and implemented use of Diigo interactive bookmark application in

order to enhance English Departments library of webquests, internet applications,
student blogs, and action research related to student success.
Daily utilizes technology resources for students including, but not limited to: Weebly,
Google, Picture That: Storyboard, BrainPop, numerous online typing tutorials,
Schoology, SchoolPointe, Prezi, Wordle, BlogSpot and many more to enhance the
classroom environment and learning experience for all students.
Successfully utilizes Google Docs, SchoolPointe, Weebly, Remind, FastEObserver,
Realtime, Aesop and numerous other technology tools and resources to enhance the
learning process and classroom procedures and maintain open communication with
parents.
Knowledgeable and trained in organizing and maintaining iPad, laptop and Google
Chrome inventory on districts server.
Continued collaborator of cross-curricular classroom technology resources and tools
with colleagues and team members on various grade levels.
Daily use of EBSCO, Facts on File, ABC Clio and various other databases for student
application
Provides guidance to students on staff on how to utilize the BCCLS system.

C.C.B. School of New York

June 2007 August 2011
Summer and Weekend courses concentrated solely on preparation for NJ ASK and SATs.
Developed more current and accurate curriculum in accordance with New Jerseys
Common Core Standards and C.C.B. college level curriculum.
Successfully implemented curriculum and garnished parent support through transition
Successfully increased student performance on NJ ASK, many of whom demonstrate
scores that reach 300 level.

RELATED EXPERIENCE

MANAGEMENT/DAILY OPERATIONS/GUIDANCE SERVICES

Soul Purpose Youth Ministry, Nutley Abundant Life Worship Center, Nutley, NJ
Youth Director/Director of Administration
December 2001 June 2009
Active participation since 1998
Assisted the Executive Youth Director in various administrative duties.
Prepared monthly schedules, Board Meeting Minutes, manage department
finances, and organize large in-house and outside activities.
Provided a safe and productive environment for over 100 youth group members
ages 10-21.
Worked effectively to organize a team environment adding a degree of
autonomy in leadership development.
Tutored students in all academic areas during after-school hours.

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PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

NJASL member
Alpha Epsilon Psi: Chapter Sigma Tau Delta
Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development
Women in Educational Leadership
NJEA

REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST