Melissa Vallone
Dayton,OH
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Centerville Schools, adept in behavior management and effective communication. Excelled in creating engaging lesson plans and fostering student growth while demonstrating exceptional organizational skills and a calm demeanor. Achieved notable improvements in student understanding and special needs support.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
Centerville Schools
08.2012 - Current
- Collaborated with teachers to create engaging lesson plans, resulting in improved student understanding of complex topics.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with special needs, ensuring their individualized learning goals were met.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain a positive and focused classroom environment.
- Supported students during small group instruction, reinforcing concepts taught by lead teacher.
- Coordinated extracurricular activities (Lunch Buddies, Mile-a-Thon event) for students, encouraging social interaction and personal growth outside of classroom setting.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
Academic Volunteer Coordinator /Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Centerville Schools
08.2009 - 06.2012
- Recruited and trained new volunteers on volunteer program goals and objectives.
- Coordinated large-scale events involving multiple teams of volunteers, resulting in successful fundraisers and community outreach initiatives.
- Coordinated and implemented special events for volunteer service appreciation.
- Worked both as a substitute Paraprofessional and Teacher.
- Was employed in 2 different long term substitute positions.
Office Manager
Berry & Vallone Law Offices
11.1997 - 06.2002
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
- Coordinated office events and meetings, ensuring timely execution and optimal scheduling for all participants.
Account Executive
Clear Channel Broadcasting
04.1995 - 11.1997
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns promptly and effectively to ensure long-term loyalty.
- Managed multiple accounts simultaneously while maintaining organization and prioritizing tasks efficiently.
- Qualified leads, built relationships and executed sales strategies to drive new business.
- Exceeded sales targets consistently by identifying new business opportunities and creating customized solutions for clients.
- Boosted client satisfaction by developing and maintaining strong relationships through effective communication.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Tele-Communications
Ohio University
Athens, OH06.1991
Skills
- Behavior Management with consistent expectations
- Effective Communication and Collaboration with Staff and Students
- Helping Students with Special Needs meet goals
- Small Group and Individual Assistance with ability to step in for the teacher as needed
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Classroom Organization
- Autism Spectrum Knowledge - Verbal and Non-Verbal
- Clerical Support - Knowledge of current computer programs, smart boards and other associated classroom technology
- Reading Intervention - took and passed Foundations of Reading test
- Skilled Documentation of IEP Goals
- Multicultural Awareness
Certification
Crisis Prevention Institute Certification - 2012-Present
ODE Alternative Licensure - November 2021
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Centerville Schools
08.2012 - Current
Academic Volunteer Coordinator /Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Centerville Schools
08.2009 - 06.2012
Office Manager
Berry & Vallone Law Offices
11.1997 - 06.2002
Account Executive
Clear Channel Broadcasting
04.1995 - 11.1997
Bachelor of Science - Tele-Communications
Ohio University
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