Lia Melby
Deltona
Summary
Accumulated over 10 years of experience in diverse child care environments, specializing in care for infants through school-age children.
Assisted in organizing patient charts and preparing examination rooms for healthcare providers. Supported diagnostic processes by conducting laboratory tests and administering medications. Maintained a positive demeanor while communicating effectively with patients and team members.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Toddler Teacher
Harley’s Angels Childcare
11.2021 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to individual learning styles and developmental milestones.
- Fostered a nurturing environment that encouraged socialization, creativity, and emotional growth among toddlers.
- Collaborated with parents to provide regular updates on child progress and address concerns effectively.
- Implemented age-appropriate activities that promoted cognitive development and motor skills enhancement.
- Created a nurturing classroom environment that supported the social-emotional growth of young learners.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, behavior incidents, and academic progress, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with school policies.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, resulting in increased involvement in their children''s education.
- Increased child engagement with creative lesson plans tailored to individual needs and interests.
- Established routines and procedures that promoted a sense of orderliness, predictability, and security for toddlers.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers entering the profession, providing guidance on curriculum planning, instructional strategies, and classroom management.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Integrated sensory-based activities to encourage fine motor skill development and hands-on learning experiences.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by collaborating effectively with colleagues and administration on various initiatives and projects.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Developed strong rapport with each student by understanding their unique personalities, strengths, challenges, goals.
- Utilized positive reinforcement and encouragement techniques to motivate students, celebrating their achievements and progress.
- Provided individualized support for children with special needs or developmental delays, working closely with specialists to implement appropriate interventions.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
Medical Assistant
Altamonte pediatrics
02.2013 - 06.2020
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Maintained detailed records of test results by entering data and patient information into computer.
- Escorted patients to examination rooms.
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Administration of vaccines
- Performed Flu, strep, urine, bili, ear wash and hct
- Ht, wt and blood pressure
- Entered all information into EHR
Medical Assistant
Central Florida pediatrics
04.2012 - 02.2013
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Maintained detailed records of test results by entering data and patient information into computer.
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Conducted preliminary evaluations, including measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure, and documented results with accuracy.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Offered age-appropriate patient care before, during and after exams.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Obtained accurate medical histories from patients, highlighting critical information.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Measured patient spirometry.
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
Education
CDA - Early Learning And Child Care
Lake County Coalition
Tavares, FL07.2025
Associate of Science - Medical assistant
Florida Technical College
Orlando, FL11.2011
Skills
- EMR / EHR
- Compassionate
- Prioritizing stat orders
- Patient Management
- Adaptable
- Efficient and reliable team player
- Electronic health records
Certification
CDA, 40 hr dcf certificate and continuous classroom training.
Timeline
Lead Toddler Teacher
Harley’s Angels Childcare
11.2021 - Current
Medical Assistant
Altamonte pediatrics
02.2013 - 06.2020
Medical Assistant
Central Florida pediatrics
04.2012 - 02.2013
Associate of Science - Medical assistant
Florida Technical College
CDA - Early Learning And Child Care
Lake County Coalition