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Melissa Downes

Valencia,California

Summary

Dedicated Safety Supervisor at Newhall School District, skilled in effective communication and child emotional assessment when it comes to student safety. Successfully fostered respectful dialogue and guided children in evaluating choices, ensuring a safe and supportive environment. Recognized for promoting positive behaviors and providing emotional support, contributing to a nurturing atmosphere for students.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Safety Supervisor

Newhall School District
02.2018 - 06.2025
  • Supervise students in assigned area, inside or out.
  • Guided students' daily activities of eating, playing and other functions.
  • Monitored and controlled students' behaviors.
  • Communicated with supervisors regarding a student/students' behavioral or emotional issues.
  • Supervised students at play to help ensure their safety on the play equipment or from engaging in unsafe activities.
  • Kept main work areas free of debris and obstacles that could cause falls and mishaps.
  • Attended to a child's needs, such as cuts or scrapes, and even calming a crying child because he/she missed their mom.
  • Encourage a student to use kind words and actions towards their peers.
  • Commend students for making good choices.
  • To exhibit a positive and caring attitude, and to assist students by providing proper emotional support.
  • Perform related duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Theatre

Ithaca College
Ithaca, NY
05-1980

Skills

  • Effective communication with children
  • Child emotional assessment
  • Foster respectful dialogue with kids
  • Guide children in evaluating choices

Timeline

Safety Supervisor

Newhall School District
02.2018 - 06.2025

Bachelor of Arts - Theatre

Ithaca College