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Melissa Penberthy

Melissa Penberthy

Clovis,CA

Summary

Motivated nursing student seeking externship in pediatric care to gain additional hands-on experience. Outgoing and friendly with strong drive to succeed.

Extensive experience in school settings and over 15 years of classroom assistance and paraprofessional education, with a belief that all children can thrive in a stimulating and comforting learning environment.

Background as a dedicated and focused Administrative Assistant with experience in office management and administrative support. Excels at prioritizing, completing multiple tasks simultaneously, and following through to achieved goals.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Instructional Assistant

Clovis Unified- Dry Creek Elementary School
Clovis, CA
08.2018 - 12.2022
  • Provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons.
  • Graded assignments and tests, documented results and informed lead teacher of students' performance.
  • Promoted student learning by providing individualized and small group support to review and reinforce classroom concepts and topics.
  • Prepared bulletin boards, classroom materials and individual student portfolios to support teacher plans.

Administrative Assistant / Chief Editor

The VIP Card, Inc.
Clovis, CA
02.2008 - 01.2011
  • Edited all material before publicized
  • Authored company's monthly newsletter
  • Answered & directed phone calls
  • Assisted in handling projects and events such as the corporate gala in Newport Beach
  • Aided in multiple fundraisers
  • Supported several distributors locally and nationwide
  • Maintained supplies inventory
  • Greeted & assisted visitors to the office
  • Collaborated with co-workers, supervisors, and clients to maintain a partnership environment.

Administrative Assistant

Craig School of Business- CSU, Fresno
Fresno, CA
08.1999 - 05.2000
  • Assisted Department Chair in ISDS Dept 
  • Scheduled meetings & appointments 
  • Directed students with course inquiries
  • Answered phone calls
  • Maintained contact lists
  • Provided general support for office visitors and staff
  • Carried out clerical duties such as filing, typing, copying, receiving & distributing mail

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Fresno City College
Fresno, CA
12-2024

Associate of Science - Life Science

Clovis Community College
Clovis, CA
05.2021

College Of The Canyons
Santa Clarita, CA
2006

California State University, Fresno
Fresno, CA
2000

Buchanan High School
Clovis, CA
1999

Skills

  • Quick learner
  • Excellent with kids
  • Outstanding communication
  • Cooperative
  • Teamwork / Collaboration
  • Results-oriented
  • Basic nursing care
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Medication Administration

Affiliations

  • 3 semesters of nursing school clinical experience in hospital settings including medical surgical, obstetrics, and pediatrics
  • Over 15 years of working in a classroom setting, assisting teachers and guiding students
  • Level Representative at V-Force Elite Gymnastics
  • Co-chair of Clovis High Baseball Hall of Fame Committee

Timeline

Instructional Assistant

Clovis Unified- Dry Creek Elementary School
08.2018 - 12.2022

Administrative Assistant / Chief Editor

The VIP Card, Inc.
02.2008 - 01.2011

Administrative Assistant

Craig School of Business- CSU, Fresno
08.1999 - 05.2000

Associate of Science - Nursing

Fresno City College

Associate of Science - Life Science

Clovis Community College

College Of The Canyons

California State University, Fresno

Buchanan High School
Melissa Penberthy