Melissa Goward
Wixom
Summary
Motivated individual ready to take on any required task, and adapt to changing conditions with a resourceful and hardworking mindset. Dedicated to building positive relationships with colleagues, and eager to learn more to advance professionally. Holds quality and teamwork in high esteem.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Regular Babysitter
No Employer
Wixom
01.2017 - Current
- Supervised children of various ages, facilitating feeding, dressing, and daily activities to ensure their well-being.
- Guided children in proper hygiene, manners, and behavior to promote personal responsibility.
- Organized creative activities to develop children's physical, emotional and social growth.
- Reinforced positive behavior through effective reinforcement techniques.
- Reacted quickly in emergency situations and used good judgment under stress.
Gymnastics Coach
American Allstars Gymnastics Academy
Commerce
08.2021 - 12.2025
- Tailored coaching techniques to address individual strengths and weaknesses of gymnasts, enhancing skill development.
- Assessed athletes' skills and analyzed performance records to identify areas for improvement and potential in gymnastics.
- Prepared various warm up activities for each class based on skill level and age.
- Ensured safety during training and equipment use, reducing risk of sports injuries and protecting facility resources.
- Explained and demonstrated use of exercise equipment to participants, prioritizing safety.
- Provided motivational support and guidance to participants to develop and sustain positive relationships.
- Worked with other coaches, team members and school leadership to maintain strong program.
Team Member
Dairy Queen
Walled Lake
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Developed positive customer relationships through friendly greeting and excellent service.
- Addressed customer needs, responding to specific requests.
- Processed and fulfilled special order requests to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Learned required tasks quickly to enhance team performance.
- Maintained excellent levels of workplace cleanliness around equipment to enhance safety and productivity.
- Removed safety hazards and maintained neat, well-stocked areas to support team safety and productivity.
- Rotated through a series of different stations based on team needs.
Brand Associate
Old Navy
Novi
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Engaged customers to provide tailored information about products and services.
- Introduced sales, promotions and other brand initiatives to gain customer loyalty.
- Recommended and assisted in selecting merchandise based on customer preferences.
- Utilized effective selling techniques to connect with customers and enhance their shopping experience.
- Promoted positive company image through superior customer service experiences.
- Connected closely with colleagues and collaborated successfully to achieve group goals.
- Maintained inventory integrity and accuracy to protect company assets.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN12-2026
High School Diploma -
Saint Catherine of Siena Academy
Wixom, MI05-2022
Skills
- Patient care
- CPR certified
- Vital signs monitoring
- Rule Enforcement
- Customer Service
- Parent communication
- Clear Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Organizing Work Stations
- Workplace Safety
- Good judgment
- Trustworthiness and honesty
- Positive Attitude
Certification
- CPR Certification
- AED Certification
Timeline
Team Member
Dairy Queen
05.2022 - 06.2022
Gymnastics Coach
American Allstars Gymnastics Academy
08.2021 - 12.2025
Brand Associate
Old Navy
05.2021 - 08.2021
Regular Babysitter
No Employer
01.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University
High School Diploma -
Saint Catherine of Siena Academy