Melissa Gerber
New Haven,IN
Summary
Dynamic caregiver and educator with a proven track record at Kiddie Academy, enhancing academic growth and emotional well-being through differentiated instruction and sensory integration. Skilled in fostering social skills development and motor skills, achieving increased engagement and success. Demonstrates exceptional patience and understanding, meeting diverse needs with tailored support.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver, Special Needs
I Love Home Care
02.2023 - Current
- Prepared meals and snacks and fed clients.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Enhanced the quality of life for special needs individuals by providing personalized care and attention.
- Assisted clients in achieving their daily goals by offering physical support and emotional encouragement.
Lead Teacher
Kiddie Academy
03.2018 - 02.2023
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Implemented assessment tools that monitored student progress throughout the year, allowing for targeted interventions when needed to close achievement gaps.
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
Lead Teacher
Rainbow Childcare
07.2015 - 04.2018
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources
Purdue University Global
09.2025
Early Childhood Education
Ivy Tech Community College
Fort Wayne, IN05.2014
Skills
- Patience and understanding
- Feeding Assistance
- Transportation AssistANT
- Social Skills Development
- Motor Skills Development
- Sensory Integration
Timeline
Caregiver, Special Needs
I Love Home Care
02.2023 - Current
Lead Teacher
Kiddie Academy
03.2018 - 02.2023
Lead Teacher
Rainbow Childcare
07.2015 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources
Purdue University Global
Early Childhood Education
Ivy Tech Community College