Melena Kopf
Granby,CT
Summary
Goal-oriented and caring with students of different learning levels and backgrounds. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or teacher wellbeing with timely support. Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Education Associate
The Warner Theatre
06.2023 - Current
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Assisted director of academic programs in developing comprehensive and aligned mission statement.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
Barista
Village Bakery & Cafe
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
- Recommended products based on solid understanding of individual customer needs and preferences.
- Trained new team members with positive reinforcement and respectful, encouraging coaching.
- Completed successful daily cash audits to correctly balance drawers at end of shifts.
- Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments.
- Helped management keep adequate supply on hand by notifying of shortages.
- Restocked display cases with attractive arrangements to promote specialty food items like bottled beverages and pastries
Education Intern
The Warner Theatre
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Facilitated student-led, inquiry-based activities in classroom to enhance learning experience.
- Replenished classroom supply levels to support planned lessons and activities.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
Senior Camp Counselor
Boulder Ridge Day Camp
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Implemented rules and regulations to enforce discipline and compliance.
- Documented activities, injuries and accidents to inform parents and maintain consistent records.
- Assisted with maintenance and upkeep of campgrounds to promote clean environment.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
Assistant Dance Teacher
Nutmeg’s Dance And Theater Company
09.2015 - 05.2019
- Helped teach Ballet, Hip Hop, and Jazz dance classes for 11-20 students from ages 5-10
- Planned and oversaw group, couples, and individual dance performances.
- Monitored student behavior to identify potential issues and address problems appropriately.
- Provided constructive corrections to encourage students to learn steps and improve dancing.
- Taught and explained choreography by breaking down steps and demonstrating moves.
- Performed alongside younger students in the yearly recital
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theater Arts
Nazareth University
Rochester, NY05.2023
High School Diploma -
Granby Memorial High School
Granby, CT06.2019
Skills
- Teacher Support
- Clerical Support
- All Google Programs
- Computer and Microsoft Office Skills
- Printing and Copying
- Art and Handcraft Demonstrations
- Curriculum Implementation
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Experience with Diverse Student Populations
Certification
- Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certified
- Mandated Reporter Certified
- Medication Administration Certified
- Water Safety Certification
Timeline
Education Associate
The Warner Theatre
06.2023 - Current
Education Intern
The Warner Theatre
06.2022 - 08.2022
Barista
Village Bakery & Cafe
08.2021 - 05.2023
Senior Camp Counselor
Boulder Ridge Day Camp
06.2021 - 08.2021
Assistant Dance Teacher
Nutmeg’s Dance And Theater Company
09.2015 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Theater Arts
Nazareth University
High School Diploma -
Granby Memorial High School