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Hi, I’m
Alyssa Miller
Editorial Associate
Moorestown,NJ
The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney
Summary
Diligent Editor with 8 years of experience editing non-fiction work. Polished wordsmith with successful writing, editing and proofreading efficiently. High level of proficiency in Wordpress, Microsoft Office, and Google Workplace. Effective at time management and multitasking in deadline-driven environment. Proficient in employing constant communication, social media presence, and providing organization for my client and his publishing company. Social media, grammar, and spelling guru.
Overview
21
years of professional experience
3
years of post-secondary education
3
Certifications
1
Language
Work History
Dr. Donald L. MillerEaston, PA
Editorial Associate/Assistant Researcher
05.2014 - Current
Job overview
- Currently working on my second contract and second book with the author
- Received high praise from author and publishing company which resulted in a second contract.
- Previous book is being turned into a drama miniseries on Apple TV, produced by Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg
- Completed fact checking for bibliography, online reviews of the book, and for Dr. Miller's website
- Searched for articles and books online and in college libraries
- Ordered books through college libraries and major internet websites such as Library of Congress
- Wrote citations and footnotes in Chicago style
- Set up bibliography in Microsoft word and kept organized sectionally and alphabetically
- Built and continue to maintain and update Dr. Miller's website through the Wordpress platform
- Worked closely with Johanna Li, associate editor at Simon and Schuster publishing.
Colonial Intermediate Unit 20
Special Education Teacher
08.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
- Organized instruction material, constructed bulletin boards and set up work areas.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Used Applied Behavioral Analysis through the VB-MAPP to create and implement IEP goals
Northampton Area School DistrictNorthampton, PA
Long Term Substitute
08.2020 - 06.2021
Job overview
- Taught diverse subjects for grades 4, 3rd grade special education, and 7th grade learning support successfully delivering seamless teaching in absence of regular teacher.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Easton Arts Academy Easton, PA
Kindergarten Teacher
08.2018 - 06.2019
Job overview
- Created child-centered learning environment characterized by consistent application of sound mental health and educational psychology practices.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Reported to parents and administration about student progress.
Third Street Alliance For Women And ChildrenEaston, PA
Lead Preschool Teacher
03.2018 - 08.2018
Job overview
- Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Submitted weekly lesson plans.
- Planned educational opportunities based on children's interests.
Colonial Intermediate Unit 20Northampton, PA
Associate Teacher
07.2017 - 02.2018
Job overview
- Helped lead teacher manage classroom and self-care activities.
LEAP Academy University Charter SchoolCamden, NJ
Secondary English Teacher With Teach for America
08.2014 - 06.2016
Job overview
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
Moravian UniversityBethlehem, PA
Resident Advisor
08.2011 - 05.2014
Job overview
- Conducted daily welfare checks and coordinated with facility staff to meet resident needs.
- Strategized to improve resident care and satisfaction and held weekly meetings with directors to advocate for resident needs.
- Mediated conflict to provide safe and secure environment through policy enforcement.
- Guided students to integrate into both academic and social communities on campus.
- Assisted residents with transitioning into new living environment and maintained strong relationships with residents.
- Enforced policies and safety standards through building and room rounds.
Moravian University Bethlehem, PA
Circulation Desk Assistant
01.2011 - 05.2014
Job overview
- Successfully completed check-in and check-out procedure for visitors taking or returning library books and audio materials daily.
- Maintained inventory records and verified what items were available and items being used for active projects.
- Answered questions from customers and staff.
- Showed library patrons where specific book collections were.
- Returned books to shelves using Library of Congress organization system
- Maintained cash drawer of $50 and accepted late fees from patrons
Moravian University Bethlehem, PA
Writing Center Tutor
08.2012 - 05.2014
Job overview
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Created the first ever writing center handbook for incoming freshman students for the Fall 2014 semester
- Worked closely and completed an independent study with writing center director
Moravian UniversityBethlehem, PA
Peer Tutor/Peer Note Taker
01.2012 - 04.2012
Job overview
- Delivered notes quickly to help students stay on top of class demands.
- Completed and submitted paperwork on behalf of students.
- Verified details to deliver clear, comprehensive and accurate notes.
- Assisted students in their English courses via library sessions weekly
Education
Moravian UniversityBethlehem, PA
Bachelor of Arts from English
01.2011 - 05.2014
Skills
APA, MLA, and Chicago style Proficiency
Promoting events and news on author's website via Wordpress
Meticulous speller
Source interviewing
Delegating assignments
Microsoft office
Google workplace
Mastery of English grammar
Troubleshooting
Keen eye for detail
Online presence monitoring
Goal planning
Social Media Management
Communication planning
Conflict resolution techniques
Group and individual instruction
Error spotting
Progress monitoring
Training and mentoring
Research and analysis
Conducting assays
Project Management
Documentation abilities
Project planning and development
Advanced problem solving
Accomplishments
- Achieved high praise by completing first editing contract with accuracy and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team of 3 in the development of 9th and 10th grade English curriculum.
- Teach for America 2014 corps member
- Created the first writing handbook for incoming freshman students through an independent study at Moravian University under writing center director's supervision.
- SOAR recipient (Student Opportunities for Academic Research), a summer program where students work under a professor to complete indepedent academic research in a subject of their choice.
Certification
Special Education (prek-12) Pennsylvania teaching certificate
Interests
Reading
Yoga
Dancing
Baking
Hiking
Animal Welfare
Social Justice
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Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Colonial Intermediate Unit 20
08.2021 - Current
Special Education (prek-12) Pennsylvania teaching certificate
08-2021
Long Term Substitute
Northampton Area School District
08.2020 - 06.2021
Kindergarten Teacher
Easton Arts Academy
08.2018 - 06.2019
Lead Preschool Teacher
Third Street Alliance For Women And Children
03.2018 - 08.2018
Associate Teacher
Colonial Intermediate Unit 20
07.2017 - 02.2018
Secondary English Teacher With Teach for America
LEAP Academy University Charter School
08.2014 - 06.2016
Teacher of English Pennsylvania teaching Certificate
08-2014
Editorial Associate/Assistant Researcher
Dr. Donald L. Miller
05.2014 - Current
Early Childhood Education (prek-4) Pennsylvania teaching Certificate
05-2014
Writing Center Tutor
Moravian University
08.2012 - 05.2014
Peer Tutor/Peer Note Taker
Moravian University
01.2012 - 04.2012
Resident Advisor
Moravian University
08.2011 - 05.2014
Circulation Desk Assistant
Moravian University
01.2011 - 05.2014
Moravian University
Bachelor of Arts from English
01.2011 - 05.2014