Meaveen Roney
Allison Park,PA
Summary
Dynamic professional with strong verbal and written communication skills. Proven ability in team collaboration and program development, ready to enhance educational experiences through effective student engagement.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Montessori Preschool Assistant
Sts. Martha and Mary Parish
Allison Park, PA
12.2025 - Current
- Support children during daily routines and ensure a safe environment.
- Support lead teacher with daily classroom activities.
- Monitor students to observe behavior, enforce rules, and maintain safety.
- Supervise group playtime and outdoor activities to ensure safety of all participants.
Enrollment Coordinator
Bell School of Irish Dance
Wexford, PA
07.2022 - Current
- Coordinate student enrollment processes and maintain accurate records.
- Manage inquiries from interested students and provide timely responses.
- Delivered detailed information about available class options to students.
Professional Instructor
Bell School of Irish Dance
Wexford, PA
09.2008 - Current
- Certified Teacher by the An Coimisiún le Rincí Gaelacha in Ireland
- Instruct students in traditional Irish dance techniques from beginner to championship levels - individually and in group settings
- Develop strength and conditioning programs for dancers
- Developed a Performance troupe for students to share Irish dance with the community
- Mentor teen students as they become assistant teachers
- Effectively communicate with parents about student progress and opportunities for more involvement
- Facilitated communication between the dance school and St. Patrick's Day Parade officials to ensure logistical success.
Development Associate
Holy Family Institute
Pittsburgh, PA
09.2008 - 03.2009
- Managed donation records in database system to ensure accurate tracking and reporting.
- Coordinated planning and execution of special projects to support development initiatives.
- Contributed to maintaining a database of project documents and related materials.
- Oversaw administrative tasks for development projects, ensuring smooth operations and compliance.
Program Coordinator
Capuchin Franciscan Volunteer Program
Baltimore, MD
08.2004 - 07.2005
- Directed an after school program for elementary aged inner city youth.
- Coordinated volunteers to assist with the program
- Created and maintained a safe, positive environment for students to learn and develop skills.
- Worked with students to complete homework assignments and communicated with teachers for specific areas of extra help
- Organized field trips for the after-school program curriculum.
- Managed operations of Food Pantry serving the Parish community.
- Coordinated the annual Christmas Basket project with a sister parish to ensure less fortunate families were still able to celebrate Christmas
- Provided administrative support for the Parish staff
Education
Master of Public Administration - Non-Profit Management
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA12-2007
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
John Carroll University
Cleveland, OH05-2004
Skills
- Classroom activities
- Student supervision
- Program development
- Volunteer coordination
- Strong Verbal and written communication
- Strong Time management skills
- Team collaboration
- Flexibility and adaptability
Timeline
Montessori Preschool Assistant
Sts. Martha and Mary Parish
12.2025 - Current
Enrollment Coordinator
Bell School of Irish Dance
07.2022 - Current
Professional Instructor
Bell School of Irish Dance
09.2008 - Current
Development Associate
Holy Family Institute
09.2008 - 03.2009
Program Coordinator
Capuchin Franciscan Volunteer Program
08.2004 - 07.2005
Master of Public Administration - Non-Profit Management
University of Pittsburgh
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
John Carroll University