Melissa Laucella
Bennington
Summary
Seasoned educator and manager with a track record of enhancing student support and operational efficiency at Madison Brewing Co. and educational institutions. Excelled in classroom organization, positive reinforcement, and effective communication, achieving significant improvements in student engagement and team productivity. Skilled in data collection and lesson planning, fostering both academic and social skills development.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Manager
Madison Brewing Co.
06.2004 - Current
- Managed daily operations to ensure a high level of efficiency, consistency, and quality in both food and service.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
- Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
- Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
- Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
- Tracked daily sales transactions and invoices for accurate and updated financial reporting.
- Optimized labor costs by closely monitoring schedules, adjusting staffing levels according to business needs, and employing cross-training strategies.
- Promoted a positive work environment with proactive conflict resolution strategies and team-building activities.
- Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to satisfaction of involved parties.
NECC Paraprofessional
SVSU
09.2014 - 06.2018
- 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.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Assisted in the collection and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Provided feedback to teachers on student progress, aiding in adjustment of teaching strategies.
Preschool Teacher
Farmhouse Nursery School
09.2011 - 06.2014
- 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.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Assisted in the collection and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Provided feedback to teachers on student progress, aiding in adjustment of teaching strategies.
Education
Early Childhood /Psychology -
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
North Adams, MA05.2009
Skills
- Classroom management
- Classroom organization
- Child development
- Positive reinforcement
- Effective communication
- Data collection
- Lesson planning
- Social skills development
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Reliable and responsible
Timeline
NECC Paraprofessional
SVSU
09.2014 - 06.2018
Preschool Teacher
Farmhouse Nursery School
09.2011 - 06.2014
Restaurant Manager
Madison Brewing Co.
06.2004 - Current
Early Childhood /Psychology -
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
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