Michele Sawyer
Glen Allen
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience in differentiated instruction and classroom management. Proven success in fostering student growth through targeted interventions and effective family communication. Committed to creating nurturing environments that enhance social-emotional development and academic achievement.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Highland Springs Elementary School
Highland Springs
11.2014 - Current
- Designed and delivered engaging, standards-based instruction to enhance learning experiences for diverse learners
- Utilized ongoing assessments to customize instruction, facilitating measurable student growth
- Fostered structured, nurturing classroom environment that prioritized social-emotional development for all students
- Collaborate with staff and families to promote student success
- Henrico County Public Schools
- Team Lead 2025 to present
Summer School Teacher Seven Pines Elementary
Henrico County Public Schools
Sandston
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Planned and delivered engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons in early literacy, math, and social skills for rising kindergarten students.
- Supported students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) by implementing accommodations and strategies to help meet individualized learning goals.
- Monitored student progress and tracked IEP goal achievement, adjusting instruction to enhance individual learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with special education staff, therapists, and support personnel to ensure student needs were met.
- Used differentiated instruction to support diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Established structured, inclusive classroom environment fostering independence, confidence, and positive behavior.
- Communicated regularly with parents and staff about student progress, behavior, and IEP goal development to ensure collaborative support.
RTI Interventionist
Longan Elementary School
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Delivered targeted small-group and one-on-one interventions to enhance student learning outcomes
- Reinforced core instruction with structured skill-building activities, improving student engagement
- Supported teachers by providing instructional materials and classroom strategies, facilitating effective teaching practices
- Monitored and documented student progress
- Henrico County Public Schools
Board Substitute Teacher
Ratcliffe Elementary School
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Developed and implemented lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to enhance student engagement
- Managed classroom behavior to foster a positive learning environment that supports student success
- Assessed student performance and maintained accurate records
- Collaborated with staff to align instructional strategies with educational goals
- Henrico County Public Schools
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education PreK-6
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZSkills
- Early Childhood Development
- Elementary education
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Student Assessment
- Behavior Management
- Instructional strategies
- Intervention strategies
- Behavioral intervention
- Community Engagement
- Family Engagement
- Team Collaboration
- Positive reinforcement
Accomplishments
2025-2026 Teacher of the Year for Highland Springs Elementary School
Timeline
Summer School Teacher Seven Pines Elementary
Henrico County Public Schools
06.2025 - 07.2025
Preschool Teacher
Highland Springs Elementary School
11.2014 - Current
RTI Interventionist
Longan Elementary School
01.2013 - 01.2014
Board Substitute Teacher
Ratcliffe Elementary School
01.2011 - 01.2013
Master of Arts - Elementary Education PreK-6
University of Phoenix