Alexis Melnychuk

Dedicated and reliable education professional with hands-on experience in early childhood, special education, and childcare settings. Skilled in lesson planning, classroom support, behavior management, and student supervision across diverse age groups. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with colleagues, communicate effectively with families, and create safe, engaging learning environments. Currently pursuing a Master’s degree while maintaining consistent academic excellence.

• Group Counselor, Briarcliff Manor Recreation Camp, Briarcliff Manor, NY, 07/01/19, 08/01/19, Supervised campers and supported daily routines and activities. Ensured safe dismissal procedures and built positive camper relationships.
• Group Leader, Briarcliff Manor Recreation Camp, Briarcliff Manor, NY, 07/01/21, 08/01/21, Managed camper groups and oversaw daily supervision. Monitored and documented medical needs and injuries. Communicated regularly with parents regarding camper care and concerns.
• Specialist, Briarcliff Manor Recreation Camp, Briarcliff Manor, NY, 07/01/22, 08/01/22, Designed and implemented daily nature-based lessons. Maintained responsibility for camper safety and medical needs.
• Teacher Floater, The Learning Experience Daycare, Briarcliff Manor, NY, 05/22/23, 08/22/25, Supported classrooms serving children ages 5 months to 5 years. Assisted with lesson implementation, classroom supervision, and daily routines. Monitored and documented medical needs and ensured health and safety protocols were followed. Communicated with parents regarding student progress and needs. Built positive, supportive relationships with students and families. Assisted with classroom organization, cleaning, and dismissal procedures.

• Peer Mentor, SUNY Plattsburgh, Mentored incoming education majors transitioning into the program. Participated in monthly mentor meetings and conducted weekly peer check-ins.
• Member, Alpha Epsilon Phi
• Member, Kappa Delta Pi
• Individual Member, Council for Exceptional Children

• Field Placement, Plattsburgh, NY, Fall 2023, Fall 2024, Observed classroom management techniques and instructional practices across multiple grade levels. Assisted teachers with daily classroom responsibilities and provided student support.
• Practicum Student Teacher, Peru, NY, 09/03/25, 10/17/25, Planned and taught three independent lessons aligned with curriculum standards. Led whole-group instruction and facilitated daily center-based activities. Provided individualized academic and behavioral support to students. Assumed increasing instructional responsibility while supporting overall classroom operations.

• Professional Development Project, Plattsburgh, NY, 08/29/24, 10/01/24, Designed and facilitated a professional development session for peers focused on differentiated instruction strategies. Collaborated with colleagues to model effective instructional practices applicable across grade levels.
• Action Research Project (Group Leader), Plattsburgh, NY, 03/28/25, 05/02/25, Led a group research project examining classroom behavior intervention strategies. Collected and analyzed baseline and post-intervention data to evaluate effectiveness of instructional interventions. Created and presented a professional tri-fold and poster presentation to faculty and peers.