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Melissa Dunn

Troy,OH

Summary

Upbeat Early Elementary Teacher passionate about educating children ages 6-10, and devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and improving student behavior through positive forward-thinking approaches and collaborative teaching methods; caring relationship-builder and diplomatic communicator with an analytical mindset and strong decision-making skills.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Elementary Lead Teacher - 2nd/3rd Grade

Lincoln Community Center - After School Program
08.2024 - Current
  • Managed a classroom of approximately 20-23 students.
  • Supported social and emotional development by utilizing mindfulness practices and conflict-resolution strategies.
  • Implemented evidence-based instructional strategies to improve reading and math skills among struggling learners.
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
  • Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres and supporting student growth and learning.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Attended students' sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on educational research and best practices.

Field Research Interviewer (Remote)

The University of Michigan
03.2023 - Current

The Institute for Social Research at the University of Michigan - Responsible for:

  • Collected high-quality data for the Health and Retirement Study (HRS) to inform local and national policy and improve health outcomes.
  • Conducted interviews with participants to assess eligibility.
  • Followed strict guidelines to receive unbiased, unprompted responses.
  • Ensured high-quality data collection by closely adhering to established protocols and guidelines.
  • Maintained detailed records of all conducted interviews, ensuring timely and accurate reporting to project leads.
  • Prepared and sent interview confirmation letters to candidates to confirm interview arrangements.
  • Collected and recorded data at various field sites for later assessment and data analysis.
  • Performed in-depth interviews with research subjects and compiled data and analyses into reports for review by project leadership.

Lead Moderator (Remote)

The Freecycle Network (Freecycle.org)
01.2014 - Current

Provided online support and content moderation for nearly 6500 group members, including:

  • Monitored content for compliance with platform policies, promoting a safe online environment.
  • Enhanced user engagement with proactive moderation strategies and timely responses to inquiries.
  • Developed guidelines and best practices for maintaining a respectful, professional tone in online discussions.
  • Reviewed and approved content submissions according to established policies, ensuring quality control across all channels.
  • Fostered a culture of respect among users by modeling positive communication skills and promoting constructive dialogue.
  • Maintained strict adherence to confidentiality standards when handling sensitive user information or disputes involving personal matters.
  • Assisted in onboarding new moderators by conducting training sessions on moderation tools and techniques.

Web Search Evaluator (Online/Remote)

Lionbridge
01.2009 - 01.2013
  • Reviewed and rated content of internet search results to improve quality and relevance for US markets
  • Read and applied written guidelines on how to evaluate and rate various assigned tasks
  • Conducted research using online tools to determine intent and accuracy of task information
  • Applied local knowledge and project guidelines to evaluate relevance and intent, tone, and cultural appropriateness of task information in assigned market(s)
  • Completed tasks utilizing proprietary web-based evaluation tool (HRS)

Administrative Assistant

First Industrial REIT
01.2006 - 01.2008
  • Administrative services to the Regional Property Manager, including:
  • Updating tenant contact information and new tenant handbooks
  • Ensuring subcontractor compliance with project specific insurance requirements
  • Providing tenant support and assigning /escalating maintenance work orders through effective logistics management and call dispatch
  • Drafting/revising contracts, lease documents, internal reports and memos
  • Travel arrangements and booking for department executives and managers

eDiscovery Specialist / Legal Assistant (Online/Remote)

OnSite Sourcing and eDiscovery
01.2003 - 01.2005
  • Perform and monitor standard electronic discovery processing and litigation functions, including: import/ingestion, export (briefcases, productions), job quality control, and case database administration on a proprietary eDiscovery platform
  • (Emphasis on medical record and corporate/business document parsing)
  • Track eDiscovery data & ESI (electronically stored information) workflows and QC, in accordance with standard operating procedures
  • Work Independently, and as part of a team, to ensure that jobs progress quickly and with high quality
  • Effectively communicate job status and potential issues with co-workers and management
  • Perform other related eDiscovery tasks as needed

Education

Professional Development Certificate - Resilient Educators: From Burnout To Breakthrough

Breathe For Change
Online
01-2025

Professional Development Certificate - The Brain in Balance: Understanding Dysregulation

Breathe For Change
Online
01-2025

Professional Development Certificate - Wellness-Centered Strategies Student Engagement

Breathe For Change
Online
01-2025

Certificate - Introduction To Social And Emotional Learning

CASEL
Online
10-2024

Certificate - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages

International Open Academy
Online
10-2023

Certificate - Teaching English Online

International Open Academy
Online
07-2023

B.Sc. - Legal Studies

American Public University
Charles Town, WV
01.2013

Skills

  • TESOL
  • Online Teaching
  • Classroom Management
  • Safety awareness - CPR, First Aid, AED
  • Wellness-centered strategies for Student Engagement
  • Behavioral Management and Conflict Resolution
  • Elementary Education
  • Social - Emotional Learning (SEL) training

Certification

  • TESOL – Arizona State University -

Foundational Principles, Theories of Second Language Acquisition, and Lesson Design & Assessment

  • CPR/AED Certification - January 2025 - National Health Care Provider Solutions (NHCPS)
  • First Aid Certification - January 2025 - National Health Care Provider Solutions (NHCPS)
  • Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certified (LSSWB) March 2022 - Management and Strategy Institute
  • Project Management Essentials Certified (PMEC) Change Management Specialist April 2022 - Management and Strategy Institute
  • Certified Change Management Specialist (CMS) - Management and Strategy Institute

Work Availability

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Work Preference

Work Type

Part TimeContract WorkGig Work

Work Location

HybridRemote

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursWork from home optionPersonal development programs

Timeline

Elementary Lead Teacher - 2nd/3rd Grade

Lincoln Community Center - After School Program
08.2024 - Current

Field Research Interviewer (Remote)

The University of Michigan
03.2023 - Current

Lead Moderator (Remote)

The Freecycle Network (Freecycle.org)
01.2014 - Current

Web Search Evaluator (Online/Remote)

Lionbridge
01.2009 - 01.2013

Administrative Assistant

First Industrial REIT
01.2006 - 01.2008

eDiscovery Specialist / Legal Assistant (Online/Remote)

OnSite Sourcing and eDiscovery
01.2003 - 01.2005

Professional Development Certificate - Resilient Educators: From Burnout To Breakthrough

Breathe For Change

Professional Development Certificate - The Brain in Balance: Understanding Dysregulation

Breathe For Change

Professional Development Certificate - Wellness-Centered Strategies Student Engagement

Breathe For Change

Certificate - Introduction To Social And Emotional Learning

CASEL

Certificate - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages

International Open Academy

Certificate - Teaching English Online

International Open Academy

B.Sc. - Legal Studies

American Public University

Educator ID

State ID: OH3527871

Melissa Dunn