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Melanie Panasci

Middlebury

Summary

Enthusiastic and self-motivated professional with a strong sense of responsibility and reliability. Adaptable to changing environments and challenges, with a proven ability to thrive in fast-paced settings. Experienced in alumni engagement and fundraising, with a collaborative approach that strengthens relationships and drives results. Team-oriented, communicative, and committed to delivering high-quality outcomes.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Director of Annual Giving

The Taft School
11.2022 - Current
  • Assist the Director of Annual Giving with organizing, planning, and managing the school’s annual giving program in support of the operating budget of $6.25M.
  • Solicit, engage, and manage Head Class Agent and Assistant Class Agent volunteers for over 80 alumni classes.
  • Create annual solicitation strategies that will resonate with all alumni classes and parents.
  • Brainstorm, spearhead, and execute specific annual giving initiatives, such as the Day of Giving and the Young Alumni Participation Challenge.
  • Develop content for solicitation mailings, email, and text messages in collaboration with the annual giving team.

Administrative Assistant

The Taft School
03.2020 - 11.2022
  • Assisted the Director of Alumni Relations with event planning and execution, administrative support and assigned tasks as needed.
  • Updated and maintained constituent records in Blackbaud’s Raiser’s Edge and assisted with projects as assigned.
  • Served as office receptionist, ordered supplies, and performed annual inventory.

Testing Coordinator

Choate Rosemary Hall
08.2018 - 03.2020
  • Coordinated the administration of standardized tests, entrance exams, and AP’s.
  • Trained and oversaw test proctors and other staff involved in testing operations.
  • Ensured compliance with testing policies, regulations, and security protocols.
  • Maintained strict adherence to test security and ethical guidelines.

Recruitment and Placement Specialist

Naugatuck Valley Community College
02.2015 - 12.2019
  • Executed the recruitment system to help find, evaluate, and register students into the program while also supporting their completion of the program once enrolled.
  • Provided on-going individual early intervention and counseling to at-risk students in the program in collaboration with Guided Pathways Advisors.
  • Consulted with Advanced Manufacturing Technology instructors on student issues and areas of concern.
  • Collaborated with the Department of Labor and area businesses regarding student internship and job placement opportunities.

Substitute Teacher

Watertown Public Schools
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Followed lesson plans provided and managed classroom behavior to ensure continuity in student learning.
  • Adapted teaching methods to accommodate students' needs and different learning styles.
  • Assisted students with assignments and answered questions to facilitate understanding.

Education

Masters in Elementary Education -

University of Bridgeport
Waterbury, CT
05.2007

Bachelor of Arts - International Relations

University of Wisconsin-Madison

Skills

  • Collaboration & Teamwork
  • Relationship Building
  • Event Planning & Execution (Reunions, Young Alumni Events)
  • CRM / Donor Database Management (Raiser's Edge)
  • Fundraising Strategy & Goal Achievement
  • Volunteer Management

Timeline

Assistant Director of Annual Giving

The Taft School
11.2022 - Current

Administrative Assistant

The Taft School
03.2020 - 11.2022

Testing Coordinator

Choate Rosemary Hall
08.2018 - 03.2020

Recruitment and Placement Specialist

Naugatuck Valley Community College
02.2015 - 12.2019

Substitute Teacher

Watertown Public Schools
01.2012 - 01.2015

Bachelor of Arts - International Relations

University of Wisconsin-Madison

Masters in Elementary Education -

University of Bridgeport

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