MELISSA BALDELOMAR
Tampa,FL
Summary
Enthusiastic and dependable professional with a strong passion for working with children and creating positive, engaging environments. Experienced in leading group activities and working with diverse age groups, with a focus on building confidence, teamwork, and social skills. Skilled at keeping young children engaged through fun, structured play while maintaining a safe and supportive atmosphere.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Events Instructor
Musuem of Science and Industry
Tampa, FL
07.2024 - Current
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Oversaw curriculum development and implementation in alignment with best practices.
After-School Instructor
Tampa Jewish Federation
Tampa, FL
08.2023 - Current
- Supervised daily activities for children in after-school programs. Planned engaging educational and recreational activities for diverse age groups. Assisted with homework and academic support during study sessions. Supervised individual and group activities in the after-school program.
- Managed behavior issues effectively by implementing a consistent system of rewards and consequences for all students in the program.
- Facilitated hands-on science experiments that piqued students'' curiosity while reinforcing key concepts from their school day lessons.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to design interdisciplinary activities, fostering a well-rounded educational experience for students.
Summer Camp Counselor
Tampa Jewish Federation
Tampa, FL
05.2020 - 07.2025
- Supervised daily activities and ensured safety for all campers. Led outdoor excursions, ensuring adherence to safety guidelines and protocols. Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining safe environment. Assisted with transporting and escorting program participants to, from and within program activity locations and on external trips.
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
- Acted as positive role model and mentor to provide campers with constructive guidance and promote healthy habits and attitudes.
- Managed daily operations of camp programs, ensuring smooth transitions between activities and maintaining participant engagement throughout the day.
Education
Bachelors of Arts - Mass Communications Broadcast Program and Production
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL01-2025
Skills
- Google Workspace
- Strong communication skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Class instruction
- Lesson planning
- Youth leadership
COURSES
- Electronic Field Production, University of South Florida Aug 2024 — Dec 2024
- Advanced Studio Production, University of South Florida Jan 2025 — May 2025
- USF Z News, University of South Florida Jan 2024 — Dec 2025
- Documentary Production Jan 2025 — May 2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Links: LinkedIn
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Special Events Instructor
Musuem of Science and Industry
07.2024 - Current
After-School Instructor
Tampa Jewish Federation
08.2023 - Current
Summer Camp Counselor
Tampa Jewish Federation
05.2020 - 07.2025
Bachelors of Arts - Mass Communications Broadcast Program and Production
University of South Florida