Melanie Orlando
Upland,United States
Summary
Recent graduate with 8+ years of experience working with children. Gained excellent experience planning and delivering education activities. Seeking to utilize strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills to complete tasks. Reliable with a good work ethic and the ability to quickly adapt to new tasks and environments. Ability to work alongside a team and independently.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Alta Loma School District
Rancho Cucamonga
03.2024 - Current
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher, ensuring continuity and maintaining a structured learning environment
- Organized and adapted lesson plans and activities to meet the needs of diverse student groups, showcasing strong planning and organizational skills
- Managed classroom dynamics, resolving conflicts, and maintaining order, demonstrating a calm and effective approach to handling disputes
PE Assistant
Alta Loma School District
Rancho Cucamonga
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Assisted in the development and implementation of physical education lesson plans, applying attention to detail and ensuring all activities were well-organized and aligned with safety standards
- Set up equipment and prepared the environment for various physical education activities, ensuring readiness and compliance with safety protocols
- Monitored and managed student behavior during physical education classes, resolving issues promptly and maintaining a positive and safe environment
Child Care Assistant
Alta Loma School District
Rancho Cucamonga
10.2020 - 05.2021
- Managed and organized crafts and hands-on activities to engage children and promote development, showcasing strong planning and multitasking abilities
- Taught children how to complete basic crafts, demonstrating patience and clear communication in guiding them through tasks
- Secured indoor and outdoor premises, ensuring a safe environment for children and promptly addressing any potential hazards
Kids Club and Front Desk Associate
Chuze Fitness
Rancho Cucamonga
11.2018 - 03.2020
- Encouraged positive behaviors in children, including patience and cooperation, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage group dynamics
- Created and maintained detailed daily reports on attendance and activities, highlighting organizational and record-keeping abilities
- Established and maintained a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment for children from diverse backgrounds, ensuring high standards of care and attention
Playschool Instructor
City Of Rancho Cucamonga
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
08.2016 - 09.2018
- Led story time to young children.
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Incorporated music, art projects, stories, games and outdoor activities into lesson plans.
- Monitored playground activities to ensure safety regulations were met.
Camp Counselor
City Of Rancho Cucamonga
05.2016 - 08.2018
- Organized and explained rules for various team games and activities.
- Displayed enthusiasm and commitment towards providing a fun learning experience for the kids.
- Assisted in developing weekly lesson plans that incorporated various educational topics into recreational activities.
- Wrote attendance and incident reports and submitted records to supervisors for review.
- Utilized patience and understanding when dealing with challenging behavior from campers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
California State University at San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA08.2023
Associate of Arts - Child Development
Chaffey College
CA, CA05.2021
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Strong Organizational and Planning Skills
- Customer Service
- Problem solving skills
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Alta Loma School District
03.2024 - Current
PE Assistant
Alta Loma School District
08.2021 - 05.2022
Child Care Assistant
Alta Loma School District
10.2020 - 05.2021
Kids Club and Front Desk Associate
Chuze Fitness
11.2018 - 03.2020
Playschool Instructor
City Of Rancho Cucamonga
08.2016 - 09.2018
Camp Counselor
City Of Rancho Cucamonga
05.2016 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
California State University at San Bernardino
Associate of Arts - Child Development
Chaffey College