Melissa Cobb
Pettus,TX
Summary
Dedicated professional with a proven track record at South Texas Children's Home Ministries, enhancing resident well-being through empathy and effective conflict resolution. Excelled in household management and academic support, significantly boosting resident self-esteem. Demonstrates exceptional patience, safety awareness, and a commitment to continuous professional development.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
House Parent
South Texas Childrens Home Ministries
02.2022 - Current
- Foster a positive group dynamic that emphasizes mutual respect, empathy, and understanding and promotes a sense of belonging among residents.
- Boosted self-esteem among residents by celebrating individual achievements and encouraging personal growth opportunities.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies to maintain a harmonious living environment for all residents.
- Document each resident's behavioral changes, incidents, progress notes, and other pertinent information.
- Closely monitor residents' physical, emotional, and mental health status.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the residential care field.
- Maintain overall house functioning through diligent supervision of daily chores, meal preparation, and household maintenance tasks.
- Collaborated with fellow staff members for smooth transitions and continuity of care between shifts and during changes in residence.
- Contributed insights during team meetings about resident needs, progress, challenges, and potential solutions for improved outcomes.
- Promoted academic success through tutoring assistance, study skill development, and time management strategies.
- Coordinate students scheduled appointments and after-school activities.
- Administer, store, and track students' medications.
- Provide and prepare healthy meals for the students in our care.
Daycare Teacher
Kreative Kids Learning Center
06.2018 - 07.2020
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving, and social skills.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child's progress and needs.
- Oversaw daily transitions between various activities such as snack time, outdoor playtime, and naptime ensuring smooth operation of the daily schedule.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Improved classroom management by implementing clear expectations, consistent routines, and age-appropriate reward systems.
- Collaborated with fellow daycare teachers to create a cohesive educational experience across all classrooms within the center.
- Maintained accurate documentation of student progress, behavior incidents, and parent-teacher conferences for review as needed.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of special events such as holiday celebrations or parent-teacher conferences, fostering a strong sense of community within the daycare center.
- Conducted regular safety drills, ensuring children knew how to respond in emergency situations.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hsrgrave High School
Huffman, TX06-2008
Skills
- Safety awareness
- Cleaning proficiency
- Household management
- Academic support
- Menu planning
- Organizing activities
- Medication administration
- Inventory management
- Budget tracking
- Problem-solving
- Time management
Certification
- First Aid, CPR and AED Instructor Certification - American Red Cross.
Timeline
House Parent
South Texas Childrens Home Ministries
02.2022 - Current
Daycare Teacher
Kreative Kids Learning Center
06.2018 - 07.2020
- First Aid, CPR and AED Instructor Certification - American Red Cross.
High School Diploma -
Hsrgrave High School
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