Hi, I’m Michelle Kaiser, and I am thrilled to begin my first year as the Local Reading Specialist at Charles F. Hard Elementary School! After seven incredible years as a 5th-grade teacher, I am excited to step into this new role, where I will work closely with students, families, and teachers to foster a love for reading and ensure the academic success of every scholar at Hard Elementary.

I grew up in Birmingham, attended Alabama School of Fine Arts and graduated from John Carroll High School. After high school I attended Auburn University where I graduated with a Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education and Elementary Education. I soon moved to Atlanta where my teaching experience included PreK, Kindergarten and 5th grade in a couple of amazing school districts. After 16 years I moved back to Alabama and taught Kindergarten, 1st grade and 6th grade in Hoover. 

My favorite thing to do is spend time with my 3 children. My oldest son is an attorney in Georgia, my daughter is a 3rd grade teacher at Greenwood Elementary, and my youngest son is a welder in Birmingham. My own children are very diverse in their learning styles and educational needs, so I love the opportunity to work with children from diverse needs and backgrounds to help them grow in their academic abilities.

I look forward to another great year at Hard Elementary!

Education:

University of North Alabama, Masters degree in Elementary Education (2024)

Auburn University, Bachelors of Science Degree in Early Childhood Education and Elementary Education (1989)

AMSTI trained in science for Kindergarten, 1st and 5th grade 

AMSTI trained in math for grades 3-8

Highly Qualified Teacher K-8