Melissa Dawson
Valencia,CA
Summary
To provide families and children with a safe, loving and enriched learning environment. Dedicated to create an atmosphere that will improve the level of service within the community. Ambition to be part of a cohesive and supportive team. Supports faculty and classroom needs with proactive and diligent approach.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Aide
Castaic Union School District Preschool
Castaic, CA
08.2021 - Current
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance
- Provided support during classes, group lessons and classroom activities
- Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher
Director/Administrator
Montessori of Stevenson Ranch
Stevenson Ranch, CA
01.2014 - 02.2020
- Created positive and supportive relationships with families and parents
- Facilitated a natural and home-like environment so children, families and staff feel safe and comfortable
- Conducted interviews, hired staff and observed classrooms
- Organized school events, staff meetings, and weekly staff schedules
- Entered tuition and deposits
- Daily communication with families and staff, created monthly newsletter
- Maintain daily function of the school
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher/ Private Kindergarten Teacher/Assistant Director
KinderCare Learning Center
, Castaic
08.2004 - 01.2014
- Planned, implemented and evaluated activities and experiences to meet individual needs of children
- Ensured a healthy and safe environment for children
- CPR and First Aid certified including Emergency Medical Services Agency training
- Certified van and bus driver
- Planned and held parent/teacher conferences
- Trained and supervised staff
- Assisted teachers with classroom curriculum, observations and room arrangement
- Sound knowledge of of administrative duties and functions at a child care center
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Creative Years
Santa Clarita, CA
08.2001 - 05.2002
- Planned, implemented and created my own classroom curriculum
- Created a healthy learning environment for children
- Ensured an enriched positive atmosphere
Afterschool Caretaker
Helmers Elementary School
Valencia
08.2000 - 06.2001
- Planned, created and implemented my own afterschool activities and curriculum
Education
Early Childhood Education
23 Units in CHLDEV, College of The Canyons
Santa ClaritaAssociate of Arts - Human Services
Lasell College
06.1991
Psychology Major
SUNY, State University of NY
Utica, NYSkills
- Quickbooks
- Microsoft Office Word
- Excel
- Lesson Planning and Preparation
- CPR/First Aid Certification (current)
- Mandated Reporter Certification (current)
Timeline
Instructional Aide
Castaic Union School District Preschool
08.2021 - Current
Director/Administrator
Montessori of Stevenson Ranch
01.2014 - 02.2020
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher/ Private Kindergarten Teacher/Assistant Director
KinderCare Learning Center
08.2004 - 01.2014
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Creative Years
08.2001 - 05.2002
Afterschool Caretaker
Helmers Elementary School
08.2000 - 06.2001
Early Childhood Education
23 Units in CHLDEV, College of The Canyons
Associate of Arts - Human Services
Lasell College
Psychology Major
SUNY, State University of NY
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