Melissa Asper
Largo,FL
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with a proven track record at Pinellas County School District, skilled in exceptional student education, early childhood education, fitness program development and effective team collaboration. Successfully enhanced student engagement and behavior through tailored interventions and motivational strategies, fostering inclusive environments that promote healthy habits and social skills development. Committed to continuous improvement and impactful education.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
P.E. Assistant
Pinellas County School District
Bauder Elementary
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted in the improvement of students'' motor skills through various exercises and drills.
- Organized school-wide sporting events such as field day, fostering a sense of community and promoting physical fitness among all participants.
- Enhanced student performance by developing and implementing engaging physical education activities.
- Supported the development of healthy habits by incorporating nutrition education into lessons.
- Developed strong relationships with students, creating an inclusive atmosphere that encouraged participation from all ability levels.
- Served as a mentor to struggling students, providing additional support outside of regular class hours when needed.
- Coordinated adaptive physical education programs for special needs students, tailoring instruction methods to accommodate their abilities.
- Demonstrated a commitment to lifelong learning by actively seeking out opportunities for professional growth and development in the field of physical education.
- Communicated effectively with colleagues, administrators, and parents regarding program goals and achievements.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
Medical Behavioral Assistant in Elementary
Pinellas County School District
Bauder Elementary
08.2021 - 10.2023
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to address individual students'' behavioral needs for better classroom dynamics.
- Monitored ongoing progress through data collection and analysis, refining intervention plans to maximize positive outcomes for individual students.
- Established trust with students by building rapport and maintaining open communication lines with both students and their families.
- Enhanced student learning experiences by providing one-on-one support and guidance on social skills development.
- Reduced instances of negative behaviors in the classroom through consistent reinforcement of positive actions.
- Empowered students by teaching self-regulation techniques that led to increased autonomy over their emotions and behaviors.
- Promoted positive peer interactions through guided role-play exercises designed to teach empathy and conflict resolution skills effectively.
- Provided ongoing assessments of student progress, making adjustments to intervention plans as needed for optimal results.
- Assisted teachers in adapting instructional materials and approaches based on specific student needs for more inclusive learning experiences.
- Improved student behavior by implementing customized behavioral intervention plans.
- Supervised student behavior during daily academic routines to secure safety of students and staff.
- Maintained accurate and confidential records of assigned students.
- Consulted regular education classroom teachers to develop curriculum modifications and intervention strategies.
- Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans.
- Provided in-person, virtual and hybrid instruction based on evolving school service models.
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
- Worked with students to promote learning and pro-social development.
- Understood and acclimated to teacher's routine to provide classroom coverage.
Medical Behavioral Assistant in PreK
Pinellas County School District
Bauder Elementary
01.2019 - 08.2021
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Organized snack time and nap hours.
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
Education
Business Administration And Management
Atlantic Cape Community College
Mays Landing, NJ01-2010
Business Administration And Management
Stockton University
Absecon, NJ01-2005
Skills
- Fitness program development
- Effective team collaboration
- Dedicated and accountable
- Proficient in prioritizing tasks
- Critical thinking capabilities
- Time management skills
- Clear communication
- Versatile in dynamic environments
- Early childhood development experience
- Motivational encouragement strategies
Accomplishments
- Achieved Support Employee of the Year 2022-2023
Certification
Earned the Certificate of Distinction 1 from Pinellas County Schools for striving to provide equity with excellence for all by using the knowledge I gained in professional developments to bridge the gap between my ESES kids in the P.E. setting.
Earned a Micro-Accreditation for Mental Health through Pinellas County Schools
Certified as Medical Behavioral Assistant
Timeline
P.E. Assistant
Pinellas County School District
10.2023 - Current
Medical Behavioral Assistant in Elementary
Pinellas County School District
08.2021 - 10.2023
Medical Behavioral Assistant in PreK
Pinellas County School District
01.2019 - 08.2021
Business Administration And Management
Atlantic Cape Community College
Business Administration And Management
Stockton University