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Melissa Lambert

Chesterfield,MI

Summary

Focused and dedicated primary school educator with over twenty-five years of experience. Passionate about educating children ages five to twelve using various activities and organizational tools. Expert developing lesson plans, creating custom class materials assigning classwork and grading tests. Diplomatic communicator when addressing parents and children about disciplinary actions.


Dynamic and compassionate professional with experience as an Elderly Caregiver at K & K Eldercare Concierge, skilled in first aid and client documentation. Proven ability to foster emotional companionship while implementing quality program protocols, ensuring clients' well-being and dignity. Adept at creating supportive environments that enhance self-esteem and promote overall wellness.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Elderly Caregiver

K & K Eldercare Concierge
08.2024 - Current
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
  • Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Administered medications following prescribed instructions to alleviate symptoms and discomfort, monitoring client reactions.
  • Documented daily activities and changes in client condition to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.

Elementary School Teacher

Lake Shore Public Schools
11.2000 - Current
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
  • Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
  • Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
  • Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
  • Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
  • Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.

Communications Operator

United States Army
10.1992 - 06.1995
  • Monitored emergency frequencies to detect distress calls and dispatch emergency response personnel or equipment.
  • Operated sound recording equipment to capture and document broadcasts for analysis.
  • Followed schedules and procedures for changing frequencies and cryptographic codes.
  • Put together and configured antennas, power sources and other equipment to establish communications.

Education

Elementary Education

Oakland University
Rochester, MI
05-2006

Skills

  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Safety awareness
  • Classroom management
  • Team collaboration
  • Critical thinking
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Cultural awareness
  • Problem-solving skills

Timeline

Elderly Caregiver

K & K Eldercare Concierge
08.2024 - Current

Elementary School Teacher

Lake Shore Public Schools
11.2000 - Current

Communications Operator

United States Army
10.1992 - 06.1995

Elementary Education

Oakland University