Jaclyn Melfi, M.Ed.
2204 Catharine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146
[email protected] | 610.620.4393 | Portfolio: jaclynmelfi.weebly.com
Driven, self-motivated professional with 10 years of experience as an educator. Extensive background in developing,
writing, and editing content, creative problem solving, managing a classroom, and communicating and collaborating
with parents and colleagues. I believe my professional experience, skill set, and strong work ethic will translate well and
add significant value in a project management and administrative position.
Professional Experience
Springside Chestnut Hill Academy. Philadelphia, PA 2018 - Present
First Grade Teacher
− Develop, strategically plan, and implement tech-enabled, cross-curricular lessons and hands-on activities to
teach students core content and develop social-emotional skills.
− Build strong, personal relationships with students and use their interests and hobbies to foster academic
achievement and progress.
− Understand the importance of client relations and work to communicate often and effectively with parents to
review classroom activities, student engagement, and areas of strength as well as areas for potential growth.
Sanford School. Hockessin, DE 2016-2018
First Grade Teacher
− Participated in curriculum development; organized and delivered leveled guided reading instruction, the Math
in Focus program, and an in-depth social studies curriculum about people, places, and animals around the world.
− Worked closely with my grade-level team, school counselor, and Head of Lower School to ensure each child in
my classroom was growing academically, socially, and emotionally.
− Fostered and maintained close relationships with parents, communicating students’ strengths and areas of
concern.
Benchmark School. Media, PA 2015
Lower School Language Arts and Math Support Teacher
− Monitored and guided student engagement during group lessons and individual practice, which helped inform
team decisions regarding student action plans.
Head Teacher, Summer School
− Delivered lessons in language arts using Benchmark’s “Word Study” program and reading group instruction.
Penn Wood Elementary School. West Chester, PA May– June 2015
Long-Term Substitute - Learning Support Teacher
− Implemented math and reading lessons for 2nd and 4th grade small groups
East Goshen Elementary School. West Chester, PA January-May 2015
Building Substitute - Paraprofessional
− Taught in K-5 and specialist classrooms, and assisted a student in an Autism Support classroom.
The Malvern School of Downingtown. Downingtown, PA 2011 – 2014
Head Teacher, Infant Room / Curriculum Coordinator
− Designed engaging and developmentally appropriate lessons for infants 6 weeks to 15 months old, and
completed bi-annual progress reports and developmental assessments for each child.
− Reviewed and edited weekly lesson plans for all classrooms, toddlers through kindergarten enrichment, and
revised progress reports and developmental assessments for all classrooms.
Colebrook Manor Animal Hospital. Downingtown, PA February – May 2011
Receptionist / Assistant
− Scheduled veterinary appointments for clients, facilitated check-in and checkout processes and purchases, and
prepared animal vaccinations for the veterinarian.
− Organized medical supplies and set up each room for animals and their owners.
Bryn Mawr Rehabilitation Hospital. Malvern, PA February – May 2011
Therapy Aide
− Transported patients from their rooms to occupational and physical therapy sessions; assisted therapists during
sessions by managing supplies and providing physical support for immobile patients.
Related Experience
Glen Acres Elementary School. West Chester, PA Fall 2014
Student Teacher, Grade Four
− Managed small group of students for daily math support and reading instruction. In addition to full curriculum
teaching of fourth grade students in science, math, social studies, and language arts.
Quest Therapeutic Services, West Chester, PA Fall 2010
Intern
− Assisted physical, occupational, and speech therapists during hippotherapy sessions with children.
− Organized a Social Thinking Group for four children and attended each lesson.
− Planned interactive games for children to participate in during sessions; incorporated sensory needs.
Education
West Chester University. West Chester, PA 2020
M. Ed. Special Education / PK- 8 Special Education Certification
Graduate Assistant. Early and Middle Grades Education Department Spring 2016
PK – 4 Early Grades Education Certification 2014
The Pennsylvania State University. University Park, PA December 2010
Bachelor of Science, Human Development and Family Studies
Minor: Psychology
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant. HD FS 301 Values and Ethics in Helping Professions Spring 2009
Technology Proficiency
− Google Suite|Microsoft Office Suite
− Zoom|Google Meet
− Prezi
− SeeSaw
− Magisto|iMovie
− Loom
Volunteer Experience
− Project Sunshine, Philadelphia Chapter 2019
− REAL (Reading Excites All Learners) substitute tutor – Reading, 2nd Grade January 2015
− Curriculum Committee, Paradise Farm Camps 2014 – 2015
Extracurricular Activities
− Penn State Dance Marathon (THON) Hospitality Committee 2009 - 2010
− HD FS Undergraduate Student Organization (USO) 2009- 2010
− THON ’09 Hospitality Committee Captain 2008 – 2009
