Melissa Ciszkowski
Milford,CT
Summary
Experienced Language Arts Leader and Sr. Proofreader with over 20 years of expertise in constructing and implementing curriculums at the school level. Adept at providing meticulous proofreading and copy editing oversight gained through diverse educational initiatives and freelance collaborations with various companies, including those in food service, finance, law, cosmetology, technology, insurance, and pharmaceuticals. Known for a detail-oriented approach and mastery in communication and presentation skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Sr. Proofreader
Latitude Twenty Three
01.2016 - Current
- Responsible for overseeing all proofing requirements for all agency clients located across the U.S. in varying time zones.
- Works in collaboration with Project Managers to ensure work is done on time.
- Manages copy and punctual accuracy of Website, Email, Radio and TV scripts and Facebook and Snapchat platforms.
- Proofreads original copy or drafts to detect and mark for correction any grammatical, typographical or compositional errors.
- Ensures submitted material is visually and grammatically correct.
- Uses standardized proofreading code to mark errors that appear in document.
- Implements corrections in either local or system document as required by the client and as time allows, using Track Changes if requested, or returns hand-marked copy to requestor.
- Uses web skills to research questions regarding spelling, grammar or word use as applicable, both internally (e.g., number and location of occurrences of errors or word variations within documents) and externally, leading to faster turnaround times.
- Maintains log of all materials proofread and/or copyedited.
- Coordinates with other proofreaders to ensure consistency in markings and word usage, (e.g., hyphenated word forms vs. one- or two-word forms).
Freelance Copy Editor
Hair House
04.2012 - 01.2019
- Responsible for writing, proofing and editing monthly newsletters for salon publications.
- Coordinated with marketing and PR teams to build effective online and offline communications for weddings, birthdays, holidays and special occasions.
Language Arts Curriculum Leader
Shelton Intermediate School
08.2014 - Current
- Facilitate implementation of Wit and Wisdom curriculum program and oversee teacher implementation of lessons.
- Collaborate with Office of Teaching and Learning and Reading Consultants in the vertical alignment of Wit and Wisdom program from elementary to middle school level.
- Evaluate members of the language arts department on the implementation of curriculum and effective instruction and assessment.
- Develop professional development opportunities for teachers related to instruction, Wit and Wisdom, Technology, SBAC preparation, and other teacher needs.
- Facilitate data team meetings to analyze student data and develop department goals.
- Facilitate department meetings.
- Developed community workshop series and facilitated parent student book clubs.
- District Humanities Committee member to facilitate college and career ready pathways at the middle school level that are aligned to District Strategic Plan.
- Attended Google Certified Teacher training and facilitated various professional learning opportunities on Google Apps for Education.
Acting Dean of Students
Shelton Intermediate School
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Collaborated with principal, assistant principal, teachers and staff to maintain a positive school climate.
- Attended and participated in PPT and 504 meetings as the Administrative representative.
- Managed discipline of student behavior based on teacher referrals.
Grades 7 & 8 Language Arts Classroom Teacher
Shelton Intermediate School
08.2004 - Current
- Develop, plan and teach lessons aligned to district’s implementation of Wit and Wisdom curriculum program while providing differentiated instruction for all students
- Develop, plan and teach lessons for SBAC reading and writing preparation including writing units
- Reviewed and developed current language arts curriculum as a member of the grade 7 and 8 curriculum committee
- Administered professional development workshops on holistic scoring of persuasive writing prompts and technology
- Acted as cooperating teacher for student teachers
- Mentored beginning teachers in completion of TEAM module
- Implemented CBASwrite school-wide to facilitate student writing
- JAM District Development Committee member and lead contact for Journalism Subcommittee – to facilitate college and career ready pathways for students in the areas of Journalism, Arts, and Media
- Data Team Leader for Language Arts Department – facilitate monthly data team meeting for the language arts department
- Organized and managed school-wide 8th grade field trips to the Shelton History Center
Classroom Teacher Reading Enrichment
Harborside Middle School
01.2002 - 12.2004
- Developed curriculum for school’s reading enrichment program designed for students in grades 6-8, including many unidentified students with special needs.
- Developed and taught lesson plans that reinforced reading comprehension and vocabulary skills, as well as reinforced district-wide critical stance goal aligned to CORE reading improvement.
- Participated in the evaluation and scoring of district-wide writing prompt assessments.
- Assisted in the presentation of CRISS training workshop to teach reading and writing strategies to parents and students.
Yearbook Advisor
Harborside Middle School
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Provided xxxx
Marketing Manager
Clayton
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Associate Editor of company, client and employee newsletters.
- Assisted in the development of various marketing promotions and strategies with attention to budget and industry specifications.
- Proofread all marketing materials.
Marketing Administrator
ENewsRelease.com
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Developed tracking methods and managed the analysis of customer acquisition marketing metrics, including lead generation activities, sales demonstrations and new customer statistics
- Steered client in appropriate direction, including clear expectations/action requested and relevant implications for timing and cost
- Consolidated client feedback and led discussions with internal team for 40+ CRM campaigns
Associate Account Executive/Project Manager
Thomas M. Murphy & Associates
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Managed workflow on assigned projects throughout the agency from project initiation to completion.
- Wrote short decks for client presentations for off-line print, radio and television campaigns.
- Served as marketing liaison for 3 junior level clients.
- Supported 2 Account Supervisors on client management for strategy and execution of 50+ small to medium sized projects.
- Performed quality control and proofing duties
Education
Sixth Year Certificate For Administration -
Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CT2012
Master of Arts -
Fairfield University
Fairfield, CT05.2004
Bachelor of Arts -
Fairfield University
Fairfield, CT1999
Skills
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TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Microsoft Office
- Google Suite
- Asana
- Jira
- Google Apps for Education
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PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
- Vast experience with Internet, e-mail and research
- Ability to work alone and in teams in a remote and/or office setting environment
- Thorough knowledge of proofreading procedures
- Ability to work under time constraints
- Proficiency in the use of the Black’s Law Dictionary and Citation books
- Familiarity with current Bluebook formatting guidelines
- Knowledge of blacklining and cumulative blacklining
- Adapts and learns brand style guides
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PROFFESIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
- (CEA), Shelton Education Association
- (SEA) Sigma Tau Delta – English Honor Society
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CERTIFICATES
- CES Administrators Aspirant Program
- Project ExcEL Leadership Academy Participant
- BEST/TEAM Certified Mentor & Cooperating Teacher
- ACES Sister School Program participant
Timeline
Acting Dean of Students
Shelton Intermediate School
01.2019 - 12.2019
Freelance Sr. Proofreader
Latitude Twenty Three
01.2016 - Current
Language Arts Curriculum Leader
Shelton Intermediate School
08.2014 - Current
Freelance Copy Editor
Hair House
04.2012 - 01.2019
Grades 7 & 8 Language Arts Classroom Teacher
Shelton Intermediate School
08.2004 - Current
Yearbook Advisor
Harborside Middle School
01.2003 - 01.2005
Classroom Teacher Reading Enrichment
Harborside Middle School
01.2002 - 12.2004
Marketing Manager
Clayton
01.2001 - 01.2002
Marketing Administrator
ENewsRelease.com
01.2000 - 01.2001
Associate Account Executive/Project Manager
Thomas M. Murphy & Associates
01.1999 - 01.2000
Sixth Year Certificate For Administration -
Sacred Heart University
Master of Arts -
Fairfield University
Bachelor of Arts -
Fairfield University
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