Melissa Lewis Saenz
Denver,CO
Summary
Results-driven professional with 10+ years of experience in customer service transitioning into the field of Museum Studies. A deep passion for art, history, and education as well as outstanding verbal and written communication skills with expertise in problem-solving and process organization. Passionate about fostering access to knowledge and promoting lifelong learning within diverse communities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Library Assistant Volunteer
Colorado Talking Book Library
Denver, CO
03.2024 - Current
- Correct book annotations & call numbers in KLAS
- Update bibliographic information & metadata
Speech Therapy Assistant
Soliant
Aurora, CO
01.2024 - Current
- Plan & provide appropriate individual & group speech & language therapy
- Collect student progress data & record in EzEdMED
- Manage schedule & adjust according to caseload
Program Lead
Denver Public School
Denver, CO
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Nurtured a safe & stimulating learning environment for ECE classroom
- Planned ECE program curriculum
- Maintained a punctual schedule during program hours
Reading Mentor Volunteer
Everybody Wins
Norcross, GA
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Mentored Spanish-speaking student reading below grade level once a week
- Read with student & encouraged engagement through questions & activities
Literacy Tutor Volunteer
GiGi’s Playhouse
Alpharetta, GA
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Created weekly lesson plans for student based on curriculum
- Created/modified activities to fit student needs, interests, & improved engagement
- Assisted with use of AAC device & supported communication in ASL
Showroom Assistant
Atlanta Decorative Arts Center
Atlanta, GA
07.2021 - 12.2021
- Assisted clients in showroom & over phone/email
- Created a memo library for textile & furniture samples
- Documented, input, processed, and tracked orders
Set & Interior Designer
Saenz Mindful Design
Atlanta, GA
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Designed editorial photography vignettes
- Created floor plans/renderings for installations & shoots
- Collaborated with production designers on projects
- Sourced props & worked within client production budget
Interior Design Intern
LeVino Jones Medical Interiors
Sandy Springs, GA
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Worked simultaneously on 2-4 projects with lead designer & project manager
- Submitted projects to county for review & approval
- Created finish notebooks & presentation boards
- Completed construction document redlines for hospitals & clinics
Sample Librarian
Philip Jeffries LTD
Atlanta, GA
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Maintained stock & organization of memo library
- Pulled samples for showroom & remote clients
- Answered client calls & assisted or redirected
Education
B.F.A in Studio: Concentration - Interior Design -
Georgia State University
05.2020
Diploma -
Duluth High School
05.2013
Skills
- Proficient in MS Suite, Google Workspace, & Internet Research
- Proficient in CAD software
- Proficient in InDesign & Illustrator
- Lesson planning
- Customer service
- Communication
Certification
Basic Conversational American Sign Language, 08/2022, University of Georgia, Online
Recognitions
- Georgia State University Dean’s List, 2016 - 2019, Awarded to students who achieve a GPA of 3.50 for the semester, Fall 2016, Spring 2017, Summer 2019
- Georgia State University President’s List, 2017 - 2019, Awarded to students who achieve a GPA of 4.00 for the semester, Fall 2017, Spring 2018, Fall 2018, Fall 2019
Extracurricular Activities
Rollergirls of GSU, 2019 - 2020, Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA, Participated in intensive weekly training & competitions, Involved in community outreach & fundraising efforts
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Library Assistant Volunteer
Colorado Talking Book Library
03.2024 - Current
Speech Therapy Assistant
Soliant
01.2024 - Current
Program Lead
Denver Public School
01.2023 - 12.2023
Reading Mentor Volunteer
Everybody Wins
09.2022 - 12.2022
Literacy Tutor Volunteer
GiGi’s Playhouse
06.2022 - 12.2022
Showroom Assistant
Atlanta Decorative Arts Center
07.2021 - 12.2021
Set & Interior Designer
Saenz Mindful Design
10.2020 - 06.2021
Interior Design Intern
LeVino Jones Medical Interiors
01.2020 - 04.2020
Sample Librarian
Philip Jeffries LTD
07.2017 - 07.2019
B.F.A in Studio: Concentration - Interior Design -
Georgia State University
Diploma -
Duluth High School
Basic Conversational American Sign Language, 08/2022, University of Georgia, Online
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