Mrs. Melissa Liford

Education
B.A. in Education/Art, Marygrove College, Detroit
M.A. in Curriculum Development, University of Phoenix, Troy

Endorsements
Professional Certificate: All Subjects, Grades K-5
Professional Certificate: All Subjects, Grades K-8, Self-Contained Professional Certificate: Art Education (LX), K-12

Teaching Experience
Shrine Catholic Grade School, Art Teacher, since 1998
Shrine Catholic Academy, Art Teacher, since 2000
Rochester & Troy Public Schools, Substitute Teacher, 1995-1998

Personal Statement
I used to be intimidated in art class in school. I was creative, but by no means great! I could always help others understand directions, then they “over achieved” with their ideas. This frustrated me terribly until my high school art teacher told me I was great at retelling the directions and helping other students understand. I was GREAT at something! So began my recognized love of teaching art, my passion! At Shrine, I love that I get to see the growth of the students artistically, physically and academically for 8 plus years! I love being the familiar face when our Grade School students begin their adventure at the Academy!