Melissa Mckee
Bowie,TX Texas
Summary
Talented Assistant Director with expertise in program management and special projects. Proficient in financial administration and training. Bringing track record of success in industry. Seasoned Assistant Director knowledgeable about all areas of business operations. Offering many years of experience in business planning, operations and team management. Strong leadership and team-building skills.
I have my food handlers, CPR First Aide, with many completion of work shop hours in various fields
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director
Maple Bear Academy
Denton, TX
08.2021 - Current
- Worked closely with manager to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operation.
- Trained and mentored new employees on industry practices and business operations.
- Worked with team leaders to arrange schedules based on production requirements and available resources.
- Created and updated physical records and digital files to maintain current, accurate and compliant documentation.
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
- Oversaw purchasing and organization of [Type] inventory.
- Partnered with educators to instruct and mentor students with developmental and physical disabilities.
- Tracked key business metrics and made recommendations for proactive adjustments to policies and procedures.
- Led team of [Number] [Type] professionals in special projects and daily operations.
- Maintained tight production timetables and quality standards to give audiences exceptional offerings.
- Directed work of key team members to create cutting-edge cinematography work.
- Identified costs involved for [Type] and [Type] tasks to keep in line with departmental budget.
- Facilitated [Number]% attrition rate decrease through contributions to special needs learners, family members, and teachers.
- Lead teams of up to [Number] personnel, supervising daily performance as well as training and improvement plans.
- Oversaw business calendar of events and scheduled key initiatives.
- Trained and developed department leaders and management staff for specific projects and ongoing operational needs.
- Built and strengthened relationships with vendor representatives in order to maintain consistent supplies.
- Supported health agency inspections as liaison to regulatory agencies on technical and manufacturing issues related to assigned product and processes.
- Directed financial operations and administered budgets.
- Networked with local and regional businesses to promote partnerships and drive growth.
- Oversaw vendor delivery deadlines and requirements to fulfill priority contracts.
- Managed [Type] department and coordinated resources across [Number] programs.
- Kept operations responsive and agile with proactive troubleshooting and problem-solving of routine and complex concerns.
- Reviewed proposed regulatory changes and evaluated potential impacts on business operations.
- Communicated all capacity, sourcing and technology gaps with upper management.
- Managed data transfers and proactively resolved issues at manufacturing sites through effective troubleshooting.
- Expedited investigations, action plans and schedules for [Type] and [Type] activities.
- Directed group of [Job title]s, [Job title]s and [Job title]s focused on taking development projects through monetization and mass production.
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Maple Bear
Denton, TX Texas
08.2021 - Current
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
Special Ed Teacher's Assistant
Herkimer County Boces
Herkimer, NY
09.2018 - 10.2020
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance and assessments.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs while carrying out IEP goals.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
School Bus Driver
Birniebus
Herkimer, NY
07.2018 - 10.2020
- Maintained [State] driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips and other purposes.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Inspected emergency equipment and verified safe working order for student and driver use.
- Communicated information to parents to promote good communication and transparency.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
Administration Assistant
Floors By Mike
Saint Johnsville, NY
02.2014 - 10.2020
- Recorded expenses and maintained accounting records.
- Worked with supervisors and management to maintain status reports and update information for client projects.
- Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze and report on performance and sales data.
- Prepared weekly employee work schedules for team members.
- Drafted agendas, recorded minutes and created documents for meetings.
- Consulted with manager on departmental policies and projects.
- Produced highly accurate internal and external letters and memoranda.
Family Individual Case Worker
Eat Smart Ny Program
Herkimer, NY
02.2004 - 08.2014
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Interviewed individuals and families to assess needs and provide informational resources.
- Collaborated with community program leaders and advocates to make resources accessible to those in need.
- Completed home welfare checks to align with state and program guidelines.
- Reported child abuse in accordance with legal standards of mandatory reporters.
- Planned, promoted and managed parent workshops on assisting children in attaining academic success.
Education
No Degree - Foods, Nutrition, And Wellness Studies
Cornell
IthacaHigh School Diploma -
Mohawk High School
Mohawk, NY06.1991
Skills
- Database development
- Strategic leadership
- Contract Negotiation
- Project Management
- Business administration
- Operations management
- Negotiation
- Business Development
- Contract Management
- Strategic planning
- Budgeting
- Consulting
- Business planning
- Financial administration
- Financial Management
- Staff Management
- Schedule Coordination
- Key relationship management
Timeline
Assistant Director
Maple Bear Academy
08.2021 - Current
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Maple Bear
08.2021 - Current
Special Ed Teacher's Assistant
Herkimer County Boces
09.2018 - 10.2020
School Bus Driver
Birniebus
07.2018 - 10.2020
Administration Assistant
Floors By Mike
02.2014 - 10.2020
Family Individual Case Worker
Eat Smart Ny Program
02.2004 - 08.2014
No Degree - Foods, Nutrition, And Wellness Studies
Cornell
High School Diploma -
Mohawk High School
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