Merle LeDuc
Montclair
Summary
Professional educator with a strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Adept at fostering a collaborative learning environment that encourages student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Homebound Teacher
FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Fairfax, VA
05.2025 - Current
- Delivers personalized 1:1 instruction to students unable to attend school due to medical, physical, or emotional conditions
- Adapts general education curriculum and classroom materials to meet the specific learning needs and physical limitations of homebound students
- Collaborates with classroom teachers to ensure instructional continuity and alignment with grade-level standards
- Implements accommodations and modifications as outlined in students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) or 504 Plans
- Maintains records of student attendance, academic progress, and behavioral observations
- Ensures all teaching hours and methods complied with state and district regulations regarding home-based instruction
- Provides a supportive and encouraging learning environment to help students maintain a connection to their school community during recovery or illness
- Assists school teams in developing transition plans for students returning to the traditional classroom setting
ESOL Teacher
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Manassas, VA
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Developed and implemented innovative lesson plans for ESOL students, utilizing a variety of teaching methods to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create instructional materials and activities that incorporated English language acquisition objectives.
- Collaborated with other educators and parents to meet the unique needs of ESL students.
- Utilized technology to enhance ESL students' learning.
- Supported new ESL teachers by providing resources and knowledge to implement into classrooms.
- Prepared reports on students and activities as required by administration.
- Observed and evaluated performance of other instructors.
Third Grade Teacher and Team Leader
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Manassas, VA
08.2009 - 08.2022
- Served as Math Lead for grades 3-5 (2012-2022)
- Origo school trainer grades 3-5
- Mastery Connect trainer and lead grades 1-5
- Facilitated collaboration between teachers, administrators, and parents to ensure best practices were being utilized.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student achievement in mathematics, reading, writing, and other core subjects.
- Provided professional development opportunities for staff members to enhance their teaching skillset.
- Implemented innovative instructional techniques to engage learners at different levels of understanding.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to new teachers entering the district.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members using collaborative problem-solving techniques.
- Formulated team goals and objectives with a focus on improving student performance.
- Cultivated a culture of trust amongst colleagues through open communication and mutual respect.
- Established positive relationships with students, staff members, and families to create an inclusive environment.
- Conferred with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
Education
Master of Arts (M.A.) - Educational Leadership Admin and Supervision K-12
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA, US05-2017
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - German
University of Mary Washington
Fredericksburg, VA, US05-2007
Skills
- Mentoring
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Staff training
- Leading team meetings
- Performance evaluations
- Elementary education
- Literacy development
- Inquiry-based instruction
- STEM programs
- Online teaching
- ESL instruction
Accomplishments
- Supervised a team of 6 staff members
- Mentor of the Year for PWCS 2017-2018
- Presenter at the Children's Engineering Conference ITEEA (International Technology and Engineering Educators Association) 2014 and 2015, and at the Virginia Children's Engineering Conference 2016
Certification
- PreK-3 General Education Teaching License/Virginia
- PreK-12 English as a Second Language Teaching License/Virginia
Languages
German native
French conversational
Timeline
Homebound Teacher
FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
05.2025 - Current
ESOL Teacher
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
08.2022 - 06.2024
Third Grade Teacher and Team Leader
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
08.2009 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - German
University of Mary Washington
Master of Arts (M.A.) - Educational Leadership Admin and Supervision K-12
Regent University