Mary Melicher
McLeod,ND
Summary
Compassionate and proactive professional with skills in behavior management and student support. Enhanced classroom dynamics through effective communication and collaboration, ensuring compliance with IEPs and contributing to a nurturing educational environment.
Dedicated visual artist with strong understanding of photography equipment and techniques. Skilled in capturing and editing stunning images with keen eye for detail. Creative and committed to telling stories through photographs.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Para-Professional, Special Education
Wyndmere Public School
Wyndmere, ND
08.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with educators to develop engaging lesson materials and activities.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback to enhance academic performance.
- Facilitated small group instruction, reinforcing concepts and improving retention rates in settings of 3-5 students per instruction period.
- Trained new staff on classroom procedures and school policies, enhancing team efficiency.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and staff, enhancing school community.
- Improved classroom management with development of behavior modification plans.
Photographer
Freelance
McLeod, ND
01.2012 - Current
- Edited and retouched photographs using Adobe Creative Suite to enhance visual appeal and accuracy.
- Developed strong client relationships through effective communication and understanding of their photographic needs.
- Conducted on-location shoots in diverse settings, adapting quickly to changing environments and conditions.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills delivering portfolios to certain clients within one week of their photo shoot.
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication and professionalism.
- Captured stunning images by utilizing various lighting techniques and creative compositions.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
- Offered image proofs to help clients choose best photos from shoot.
- Increased social media engagement with captivating images that told compelling stories.
- Maintained photography equipment, ensuring gear was in optimal condition for all shoots.
Education
Associate of Science - Web Development And Design
Bismarck State College
Bismarck, ND05-2012
Skills
- Arts - Digital, print, and photography editing, paint, sketch, and mixed media
- Special education
- Computer skills
- Instructional support
- Small group instruction
- Individual student assistance
- CPR and first aid
Certification
Graphic Design Certification
Timeline
Para-Professional, Special Education
Wyndmere Public School
08.2023 - Current
Photographer
Freelance
01.2012 - Current
Associate of Science - Web Development And Design
Bismarck State College