Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
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Melanie Thompson

Vinton,VA

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Guest Service Representative

Roanoke Memorial Hospital
Roanoke, VA
06.2023 - Current

• Managed patient check-in processes utilizing Teams, EPIC, Excel, and Teletracking CWS.

• Facilitated transportation of patients to medical appointments.

• Handled incoming calls on multi-line system effectively.

• Completed and sent voucher documentation to ensure hotel discount availability for patients and families.

• Facilitated detailed walkthroughs of OB units to highlight services provided.

• Transported floral arrangements to hospital patients.

• Oversaw upkeep and organization of apparel inventory for the “Clothes Closet.”

• Fulfilled coverage needs across outpatient procedure floors at RMH, Rehab, and RCH

Bear Builder

Build A Bear Workshop Inc
Roanoke, VA
07.2021 - Current
  • Ensured customers had a memorable experience during the bear-building process.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately and efficiently to facilitate smooth store operations.
  • Contributed to achieving store sales targets through upselling techniques and promotion of add-on products.
  • Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and product knowledge, increasing overall team performance.
  • Organized themed events at the store location, driving increased foot traffic and customer engagement.

Sixth Grade Middle School Teacher

King’s Christian Academy
Roanoke, VA
07.2022 - 06.2023
  • Increased parental involvement in their child''s education by maintaining open lines of communication and hosting informative parent meetings.
  • Organized field trips that connected classroom content to real-world experiences, deepening student understanding of subject matter.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, tailoring lesson plans to accommodate diverse learning needs and styles.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior, promoting a respectful learning environment conducive to academic success.
  • Monitored student progress using formative assessments, providing timely feedback to guide improvement and growth.
  • Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a supportive classroom environment where all learners felt comfortable and confident.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends, enhancing instructional techniques and curriculum planning.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.

Children's Ministry Director

Parkway House Of Prayer
Roanoke, VA
10.2015 - 08.2022
  • Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes.
  • Kept program children safe and secure at all times with proactive monitoring strategies.
  • Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers.
  • Sourced, modified and prepared class curricula and targeted lesson plans based on subject matter requirements.
  • Analyzed revenue and program cost data to determine budget priorities.
  • Trained and supervised religious education instructional staff.

Backroom Coordinator

TJ Maxx, TJX Companies
Roanoke, VA
10.2010 - 10.2015

• Oversaw operations of ten individuals.

• Delivered outstanding support to customers.

• Handled merchandise unloading and organized deliveries efficiently.

• Ensured timely restocking and presentation of inventory for customer access.

• Executed routine completion of forms and reports efficiently.

• Processed sales transactions swiftly and maintained register integrity.

Education

Associate Degree In Social Sciences - Education

Virginia Western Community College
Roanoke, VA
05.2012

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Computer skills
  • Detail-oriented
  • Issue resolution
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Organizational skills
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management

Timeline

Guest Service Representative

Roanoke Memorial Hospital
06.2023 - Current

Sixth Grade Middle School Teacher

King’s Christian Academy
07.2022 - 06.2023

Bear Builder

Build A Bear Workshop Inc
07.2021 - Current

Children's Ministry Director

Parkway House Of Prayer
10.2015 - 08.2022

Backroom Coordinator

TJ Maxx, TJX Companies
10.2010 - 10.2015

Associate Degree In Social Sciences - Education

Virginia Western Community College
Melanie Thompson