Melissa Garcia
Dodge City,KS
Summary
Proven educator and team leader, adept in fostering student engagement and multicultural competence, honed through diverse roles at Usd 443. Excelled in relationship building, bilingual communication, and leveraging multimedia tools to enhance educational outcomes. Demonstrated success in creating inclusive, results-driven learning environments, achieving significant academic and relationship growth.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Usd 443
Dodge City, KS
01.2023 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Developed strong relationships with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
Paraprofessional
Usd 443
Dodge City, KS
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong relationships with students, parents, and faculty members.
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Usd 443
Dodge City, KS
10.2019 - 12.2020
- Educated families on strategies to facilitate communication development at home, enhancing overall progress in therapy sessions.
- Supported diverse populations, including children with autism spectrum disorders, Down syndrome, stuttering challenges, and phonological disorders.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers and school officials to design and implement instructional strategies.
- Collaborated with Speech Language Pathologist to conduct speech and language screening to assess needs for intervention and treatment.
Floral Department Manager
Hobby Lobby
Dodge City, KS
08.2009 - 10.2019
- Ensured visual consistency across all displays within the department by adhering to company branding standards.
- Maintained a clean, well-organized workspace that facilitated efficient operations and contributed to an inviting atmosphere for customers.
- Optimized workflow within the department by utilizing appropriate task delegation methods amongst team members.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock availability while minimizing waste through efficient ordering and rotation practices.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS12.2022
Skills
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student Engagement
- Multicultural Competence
- Student Advocacy
- Attention to Detail
- Relationship Development
- Student Support
- Microsoft Office
- Google Classroom
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Usd 443
01.2023 - Current
Paraprofessional
Usd 443
01.2021 - 12.2022
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Usd 443
10.2019 - 12.2020
Floral Department Manager
Hobby Lobby
08.2009 - 10.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Wichita State University