Melissa Lee
Winnisquam Regional School District
Northfield,NH
22
years of professional experience
Dynamic paraprofessional with a proven track record at Winnisquam Regional School District, enhancing student engagement through tailored education plans and effective behavior management. Skilled in IEP compliance and fostering a supportive learning environment, I excel in individual assistance and communication, driving academic success for diverse learners.
Work History
Paraprofessional
2 Years 9 Months- Directed classroom activities that promoted student engagement and improved learning outcomes.
- Partnered with lead teachers to implement tailored education plans for a diverse range of learners.
- Coordinated with special education staff to fulfill the unique requirements of students.
- Tracked student advancement and provided feedback to educators to inform personalized instructional strategies.
- Conducted small group sessions that fostered peer collaboration and supported academic achievement.
- Developed and applied behavior management techniques to create a conducive classroom environment.
- Managed student behavior in classrooms and common areas to uphold rules and support lead teachers.
- Strengthened classroom management by collaborating with teachers on behavior strategies and monitoring student progress.
- Oversaw student safety during non-instructional times, including lunch and field trips, maintaining a secure environment.
- Enhanced academic support by delivering targeted one-on-one and small group instruction across various subjects.
Personal Assistant
2 Years 10 Months- Managed scheduling and calendar coordination for senior executives, ensuring optimal time management.
- Organized travel arrangements and itineraries, streamlining logistics for business trips.
- Assisted in preparing meeting materials and agendas, enhancing communication efficiency.
- Maintained accurate records of correspondence and documentation, supporting organizational needs.
- Implemented office procedures that improved workflow efficiency and productivity levels.
- Oversaw personal and professional calendars and coordinated appointments for future events.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Improved time management of the executive through effective prioritization and organization of tasks.
- Maintained confidentiality and discretion while handling sensitive information relevant to company operations.
- Displayed absolute discretion at handling confidential information.
- Aided executive in personal tasks such as scheduling appointments or running errands when needed.
- Served as first point of contact for incoming visitors or phone calls, ensuring prompt responses or directing inquiries appropriately.
- Provided multifaceted services to career professionals by running errands, managing mail, scheduling appointments, and arranging transportation.
School Bus Driver
10 Years 8 Months- Operated school bus safely, adhering to traffic laws and regulations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and functionality.
- Communicated effectively with students, parents, and school staff regarding transportation schedules.
- Managed student behavior during transit to maintain a safe environment.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, implementing safety protocols as needed.
- Documented daily routes and incidents accurately for record-keeping purposes.
- Collaborated with dispatch team to optimize routing efficiency and timeliness.
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
- Demonstrated professionalism at all times while engaging with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators alike during daily duties.
- Provided a positive environment for students during transportation, fostering respectful interactions and promoting good behavior.
- Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Ensured proper bus equipment functionality through regular checks of lights, signals, mirrors, brakes, tires, and other essential components.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Behavior management
Effective communication
Helping students with special needs
Small group and individual assistance
Special education support
Teacher support
Calm and patient demeanor
Data collection
Patient
Classroom support
Computer skills
Student supervision
Student health and safety
Behavior improvements
Supervising student activities
Teaching assistance
Differentiated instruction
Schedule management
IEP compliance
Educational assistance
Individual student assistance
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Winnisquam Regional School District
09.2023 - 06.2026Read More
Personal Assistant
Butterfly Publishing
01.2017 - 11.2019Read More
School Bus Driver
First Student
03.2004 - 11.2014Read More
Norwich Free Academy
High School Diploma
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