Professional portfolio
Melissa Roy Wood
More than two decades across classroom teaching, curriculum development, district programs, and school administration.
Profile
Melissa Roy Wood began working in education before entering the classroom full time in 2004. Her career includes elementary teaching, curriculum development, educational consulting, gifted and talented education, and school leadership.
San Diego Unified School District
Experience
San Diego Unified School District
School leadership centered on teaching and learning, staff collaboration, family partnership, student voice, and an inclusive school culture. Melissa currently serves as principal of Bay Park Elementary.
San Diego Unified School District
Administrative leadership supporting students, staff, instruction, and school operations before moving into the principal role.
San Diego Unified School District
District-level work in Gifted and Talented Education, building on years of experience as a GATE-certified classroom teacher.
La Jolla Elementary, Sequoia Elementary, and Rosa Parks Elementary
Taught first through sixth grade. Developed units of study across core academic subjects, integrated technology into teaching and learning, participated in professional learning communities, and worked in action research, data collection, reporting, and project management.
Additional service included Site Governance Team, School Site Council, Technology Committee, Parent Teacher Association Executive Board, and advisory leadership.
Additional experience
2010 to 2012
The NEA Foundation
Part-time curriculum development work alongside Melissa's career in public education.
2002 to 2012
Whoo's Smart Educational Materials
Worked with teachers, principals, and project resource teachers to select books and curriculum aligned with district standards. Assisted with professional development conferences and workshops.
2006 to 2007
Scholastic
Collaborated with teachers across the United States to share educational content, classroom experience, and teaching practices.
2001 to 2003
San Diego State University
Provided academic support and enrichment for high school students, including English and mathematics tutoring, college application support, lesson planning, enrichment clubs, and AVID support.
Education
Master's Degree
Educational Leadership
Master's Degree
Curriculum and Instruction
Bachelor's Degree
Liberal Studies, minor in United States History
Areas of practice
Recognition
Excellence in School Site Leadership
San Diego County Office of Education recognized Melissa for her leadership at Bay Park Elementary and her work around student voice, family participation, belonging, and equity.
Read the SDCOE announcement