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Melanie Evans

Saraland,AL

Summary

Diligent (and passionate) educational professional with experience, adept at supporting students with learning disabilities and fostering social-emotional growth. Skilled in providing accommodations and enhancing classroom management through positive reinforcement. Proven ability to engage diverse groups, ensuring memorable learning experiences while maintaining meticulous recordkeeping.

Educational professional prepared for impactful support roles in academic settings. Strong experience in classroom management, individualized student assistance, and instructional support. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability to changing needs. Well-versed in fostering positive learning environments and effective communication with students and staff.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Educational Assistant SpEd

Cocke County Board Of Education
08.2019 - Current
  • Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
  • Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.
  • Encouraged social-emotional growth among students by modeling appropriate behavior and guiding conversations around self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decision making.
  • Enhanced classroom management through the implementation of positive reinforcement techniques and clear expectations for behavior.
  • Conducted Oral Reading Fluency Tests every two weeks for all students in our classes.
  • Covered Classes for lead teacher when absent.
  • Proctored State testing.
  • Conducted Read Alouds for students.
  • Redirected Student attention to stay on task.
  • Helped students with personal organization.
  • Assisted the teacher with recordkeeping (grades, scores, consultation folder notes).



Ride Attendant

Dollywood Amusement Theme Park
03.2022 - 11.2023
  • Provided exceptional guest experiences through attentive service and quick response to any issues or concerns.
  • Promoted a positive atmosphere throughout the park by engaging with guests, answering questions, and delivering exceptional customer service.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment for both employees and guests, promoting a positive atmosphere.
  • Communicated effectively with fellow team members to maintain efficient ride operations during peak hours.
  • Assisted guests with special needs by providing appropriate accommodations, making their visit enjoyable and memorable.
  • Demonstrated flexibility by working various shifts including weekends, holidays, day shifts, or evening shifts as required by management.
  • Collaborated with maintenance teams to address any mechanical issues promptly, minimizing downtime for attractions.

Educator/Sales Associate

Savannah Bee Company
09.2017 - 07.2019


Greeted and directed customers and field trip students as they entered the company.


Imagined and created demonstration and activity with honeybee themed educational lessons for field trip students.


Created interest by asking questions to customers about the relevance of bees and wowed (Yes, they were wowed) them with unusual and relevant facts that increased their participation with our products.


Collaborated with many types of people to create unique experiences for patrons and to serve the visitors.


Serve food, Mead, sell products, handle money, clean and organize the store.



Education

No Degree - Elementary Education

University of South Alabama
Mobile
01-2028

Skills

  • Active listening to youth
  • Adhering to teacher instructions
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Trustworthy and efficient
  • Coordinating essential accommodations
  • Administrative reporting and record-keeping
  • lead with love and example
  • testing students needing support

Certification

  • Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training
  • Safe Schools Training Certificates

Interests

I enjoy the classics in English literature I am 1/4 nerd and the sciences are my second academic love I have never stopped loving to learn Life is a big puzzle and I love to collect the pieces I enjoy creating miniature illustrations of the books I read for children and celebrating the best parts of stories to make them more memorable I enjoy creating bulletin boards for work and church (Baptist) I am a bit nerdy when it comes to health and research and aspire to

inform people about food and what is in it I try to promote healthy alternatives to junk food and bring awareness about the reality of the foods we eat Who knew you could have low-carb ice cream made from high protein cottage cheese, right (curds blended well, of course)? I also enjoy 5k's

Timeline

Ride Attendant

Dollywood Amusement Theme Park
03.2022 - 11.2023

Educational Assistant SpEd

Cocke County Board Of Education
08.2019 - Current

Educator/Sales Associate

Savannah Bee Company
09.2017 - 07.2019

No Degree - Elementary Education

University of South Alabama