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Melissa Tarbox

Berlin

Summary

Nurturing individual skilled in creating engaging educational activities and managing daily household operations. Strong attention to detail and creativity contribute to fostering a supportive and organized environment for children and families.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher

Head Start Preschool
Berlin, NH
04.2026 - Current

Facilitated classroom activities that supported early childhood learning objectives.

  • Collaborated with teaching staff to create a nurturing and inclusive environment.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to enhance educational outcomes.

Events Coordinator

Androscoggin Chamber of Commerce
Berlin, NH
08.2019 - Current
  • Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts to optimize event budgets and service quality.
  • Developed event schedules and timelines, enhancing planning efficiency and resource allocation.
  • Coordinated logistics for community events, ensuring seamless execution and attendee satisfaction.
  • Oversaw volunteer recruitment and training, fostering a collaborative team environment for event success.

Stay at Home Parent

Myself
Berlin, NH
04.2016 - Current
  • Developed and implemented educational activities to enhance child learning and engagement.
  • Cultivated a nurturing environment fostering emotional and social development in children.
  • Coordinated family logistics, including meal planning and grocery shopping, to ensure efficient operations.
  • Managed daily schedules and routines for optimal household organization.
  • Established effective communication channels with family members to address needs and concerns promptly.
  • Oversaw budgeting for household expenses, ensuring financial stability through strategic planning.
  • Mentored children in life skills, promoting independence and responsibility through guided practice.
  • Adapted parenting strategies based on individual children's needs, enhancing overall family dynamics.
  • Monitored children's activities to verify safety and well-being.
  • Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
  • Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
  • Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
  • Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
  • Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
  • Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
  • Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
  • Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
  • Created a safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
  • Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene.

Co Owner

MT Washington Sewer and Drain Cleaning
Berlin, NH
02.2006 - 06.2026
  • Oversaw daily operations for sewer and drain cleaning services, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Managed scheduling and logistics to optimize technician efficiency and reduce response times.
  • Implemented process improvements that increased operational efficiency and reduced customer wait times.
  • Developed training programs for new staff, enhancing service skills and safety awareness.
  • Oversaw financial management tasks, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow optimization.
  • Improved customer satisfaction ratings by consistently delivering high-quality products and services.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired new staff members and developed training materials for employees.
  • Networked with other businesses and customers to increase sales opportunities and contacts.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.

Education

High School Diploma -

Essex North Shore Agricultural & Technical School
Danvers, MA
04-1995

Skills

  • Infant care
  • Caring and responsible
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Allergy awareness
  • Caring and responsible
  • Household management
  • Classroom instruction
  • Activity management
  • Arts and crafts
  • Event planning
  • Self-motivation
  • Recordkeeping requirements
  • Scheduling
  • Teamwork
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Scheduling
  • Creative thinking
  • Attention to detail
  • Family activities coordination
  • Self-motivation
  • Active listening
  • Emergency response planning
  • Youth mentoring
  • Potty training support

Timeline

Substitute Teacher

Head Start Preschool
04.2026 - Current

Events Coordinator

Androscoggin Chamber of Commerce
08.2019 - Current

Stay at Home Parent

Myself
04.2016 - Current

Co Owner

MT Washington Sewer and Drain Cleaning
02.2006 - 06.2026

High School Diploma -

Essex North Shore Agricultural & Technical School
Melissa Tarbox