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Melissa Valencia

Nampa,United States

Summary

Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Centennial Baptist School, excelling in curriculum development and behavioral assessment. Proven ability to implement effective IEPs and foster collaboration among staff. Skilled in crisis intervention and classroom management, ensuring a safe and engaging learning environment for all students, including those with special needs.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Behavior Interventionist

Gem Prep Nampa Charter School
Nampa, ID
08.2024 - Current
  • Completed professional development courses, attended industry conferences and read current publications to maintain knowledge of updates to field.
  • Maintained detailed records of interventions, progress, and challenges to inform future planning.
  • Assisted teachers in implementing evidence-based interventions for students who display challenging behaviors.
  • Implemented de-escalation techniques when needed to reduce stress levels among students displaying challenging behaviors.
  • Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
  • Used established assessment tools and testing instruments to evaluate referred students.
  • Enhanced students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills through hands-on activities.

Licensed Cosmetologist/ Business Owner

Hair by Melissa
Caldwell, United States
04.2005 - Current
  • Customer service, maintaining a clientele, keeping, and organizing a salon and schedule.
  • Ensuring each client's needs are met with satisfaction.
  • Created an inviting atmosphere for all customers by providing friendly customer service.
  • Delivered roots and gloss treatment, balayage highlights, and toning glaze treatment.
  • Designed cleaning schedules and organizational systems for treatment and sales areas.
  • Kept records of all client appointments using computerized scheduling software programs.
  • Adhered strictly to health regulations when performing services such as waxing or threading.
  • Engaged positively with clients to deliver memorable customer experiences that resulted in repeat business.
  • Assessed client features and preferences to advise personalized makeup and hair styling techniques.
  • Educated clients on proper at-home care techniques and products to extend the life of their style or color.

Kindergarten Teacher

Centennial Baptist School
Caldwell, United States
08.2012 - 05.2024
  • Lead teacher of kindergarten students, ages 5-6.
  • Plan lessons and follow the curriculum, organize and plan daily activities and routines, keeping children engaged and learning on a daily basis, as a caregiver, and ensuring clear and good communication with staff and parents.
  • This position allowed me the opportunity to work with SPE students as well, creating lesson plans, tools, and an environment that helped them learn and grow.
  • Assessed students' progress and created reports for parents, administrators, and other teachers.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on various projects related to curriculum development and assessment strategies.
  • Coordinated conferences with parents to discuss student progress and establish goals for improvement and advancement.
  • Established clear expectations for classroom behavior and routines.
  • Developed lesson plans consistent with established guidelines and goals.
  • Integrated technology into lesson plans.
  • Attended professional development workshops in order to stay abreast of current trends in education.
  • Instructed students in standardized subjects as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character.
  • Provided a safe learning environment where children could explore their creativity.
  • Organized activities that promoted physical, mental and social development.
  • Incorporated differentiated instruction into daily lessons in order to meet the needs of diverse learners.
  • Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders, and speech problems.

Lead Preschool Teacher

Centennial Baptist School
Caldwell, United States
08.2015 - 05.2020
  • Lead preschool teacher for children ages 3-4, prepare and plan lessons, and follow the curriculum; plan daily activities and routines; teach children in a variety of learning styles, ensuring that each child is engaged, learning, and feels safe and cared for.
  • Ensuring clear communication with other staff and parents.
  • This position also allowed me the opportunity to work with special needs students, and I aided in developing new ideas and tools to help them stay safe and successful in the classroom.
  • Incorporated music, art and theater into lesson planning.
  • Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
  • Updated daily bulletin board with children's artwork and accomplishments.
  • Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
  • Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.

Education

Cosmetology License and Certification - Cosmetology

Razzle Dazzle College of Hair Design Inc
Nampa, ID
04.2007

Some College (No Degree) - B/A. Elementary Student Teach 2025(104/120 Credit)

University of Phoenix-Online Campus
Phoenix, AZ

Skills

  • Curriculum Development
  • Tutoring
  • IEP development
  • Behavioral assessment
  • Crisis intervention
  • Data analysis
  • Classroom management
  • Collaboration with teachers
  • Conflict Management
  • Organizational Skills
  • Autism experience
  • Administrative Experience
  • Lesson planning
  • Event Planning
  • Management
  • Teacher Coaching
  • Special Education
  • Behavior Management
  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Team building
  • Customer service
  • Parent communication
  • Progress monitoring

Certification

  • Professional Educator License
  • Teaching Certification
  • Temporary teaching certificate
  • Special Education Certification

Affiliations

  • Awana Club Leader with Church Program
  • Active in Church Woman's Ministry Program

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Limited

Accomplishments

  • Evaluated as a Master Teacher

Certifications

  • ACTS Christian Teacher Certification
  • CPR Certified
  • First Aide Certified

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Behavior Interventionist

Gem Prep Nampa Charter School
08.2024 - Current

Lead Preschool Teacher

Centennial Baptist School
08.2015 - 05.2020

Kindergarten Teacher

Centennial Baptist School
08.2012 - 05.2024

Licensed Cosmetologist/ Business Owner

Hair by Melissa
04.2005 - Current

Cosmetology License and Certification - Cosmetology

Razzle Dazzle College of Hair Design Inc

Some College (No Degree) - B/A. Elementary Student Teach 2025(104/120 Credit)

University of Phoenix-Online Campus

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