Melissa R. Mrvos
McDonough,GA
Summary
Experienced public service faculty member specializing in coordinating Family and Consumer Sciences programs. Proficient in delivering educational initiatives on nutrition, food safety, parenting, and financial management. Skilled in developing comprehensive health and wellness outreach programs, including chronic disease self-management and targeted nutrition initiatives for seniors and families with children. Committed to empowering individuals by enhancing their financial literacy and resource management abilities. Adept at engaging diverse audiences to address community needs through impactful educational programs.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
CTAE Department Chair
Ola High School
McDonough, GA
12.2012 - Current
- Liaison between the school administration, counselors and the CTAE teachers
- Assisted with the alignment of CTAE programs with the school's strategic plans
- Identified resources and supported teachers with differentiation to meet all students' needs in the CTAE programs
- Collaborated with other department chairs to maximize teacher effectiveness as related to CTAE curriculum, instruction, and assessment
- Partnership with community stakeholders to organize a "Ghost Out" and "Mock Interviews"
Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher
Ola High School
McDonough, GA
08.2006 - Current
- Proficient in the use of curriculum-based measurement assessment systems.
- Developed online curriculum and implemented personalized learning experiences that focused on communication, collaboration, creativity and critical thinking
- Substantial understanding of student-directed classroom management
- Exceptional pass rate for the ServSafe Test
Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher
Henry County High School
McDonough, GA
08.2001 - 06.2006
- Ensured that curriculum was centered around abilities of each class
- Strong background in utilizing collaborative learning and implementing critical strategies for student success
- Addressed the needs of individual students by assessing them according to school policies
- Demonstrated ability to provide an outstanding and strong culture of learning
Estee Lauder Counter Manager
Macy's Department Store
Athens, GA
08.1997 - 01.2000
- Managed inventory that supported annual sales in excess of $1 million.
- Strategized and executed promotional plans to increase sales and customer relations
- Coached, supervised and evaluated staff to improve customer service skills
Family Advocacy Program Educator
United States Army
Ft. Stewart, GA
06.1996 - 07.1997
- Liaison between the US Army post social workers and unit captains
- Implemented parenting classes and gang awareness to the Army community
- Conducted assessments for families and reported to Army post social workers
- Delivered program information about Army Community Services
Education
Specialist in Education - Teacher Leadership
Mercer University
01.2014
Master of Education - Counseling and Psychology
Troy University
01.2005
Bachelor of Science - Family and Consumer Sciences
The University of Georgia
01.1996
Associate Degree - Psychology
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
01.1993
Skills
- Instructional Strategies
- Cultural Awareness
- Food safety knowledge
- Community Outreach
- Event Planning
- Financial Management
Professional Development
- American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences, membership since 2010
- Ola High School Leadership Team, 2012 – present
- FCCLA Advisor, 2007- present
- New Teacher Mentor, 2023 -2025
- Professional Food Science Program, 2009
- Cultural Proficiency for Leaders 2023
Timeline
CTAE Department Chair
Ola High School
12.2012 - Current
Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher
Ola High School
08.2006 - Current
Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher
Henry County High School
08.2001 - 06.2006
Estee Lauder Counter Manager
Macy's Department Store
08.1997 - 01.2000
Family Advocacy Program Educator
United States Army
06.1996 - 07.1997
Specialist in Education - Teacher Leadership
Mercer University
Master of Education - Counseling and Psychology
Troy University
Bachelor of Science - Family and Consumer Sciences
The University of Georgia
Associate Degree - Psychology
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
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