Melissa Wendel
Kerrville,TX
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer at Thrift Store
HCYRTS (Hill Country Youth Ranch Thrift Store)
Ingram, TX
09.2025 - Current
- Organized inventory and managed donation processing to streamline operations.
- Assisted customers in locating merchandise and provided exceptional service.
- Implemented effective merchandising strategies to enhance store presentation.
- Trained new volunteers on operational procedures and customer engagement techniques.
- This benefits Foster Care children that were not thriving in Foster Care situations.
Tour Guide/Elevated Tastings/Member Server
Augusta Vin
Fredericksburg, TX
01.2025 - Current
- Conducted engaging tours, sharing knowledge of winery history and production processes.
- Developed personalized itineraries to enhance visitor experiences and foster customer satisfaction.
- Assisted in coordinating group bookings, managing schedules, and ensuring smooth operations.
- Provided expert guidance on wine selections, promoting tastings and enhancing guest enjoyment.
- Utilized storytelling techniques to captivate audiences while educating them about winemaking methods.
- Adapted tour content based on guest interests, ensuring relevance and engagement throughout visits.
- Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences.
- Worked collaboratively with team members to develop innovative strategies for improving overall tour quality and visitor satisfaction.
- Ensured timely departures and arrivals by strictly adhering to schedules while remaining flexible enough to accommodate unforeseen circumstances or special requests from guests.
Wine Server/Market Associate
Signor Vineyards
Fredericksburg, TX
10.2023 - 01.2025
- Guided guests in wine selections to provide outstanding customer service and improve their experience.
- Completed routine tasks such as setting up and maintaining wine service areas.
- Educated guests about wine varieties, pairings, and vineyard histories to enhance visit experiences.
- Assisted in training new staff on service protocols and product knowledge to boost team efficiency.
- Supported management in tracking inventory levels, maintaining stock accuracy, and placing necessary orders.
- Organized and maintained an attractive wine display to capture customer interest and drive sales.
- Managed inventory duties, including merchandising, wine sales, and restocking unique gifts.
Elementary Teacher Gifted & Talented
Kendall Elementary
Boerne, TX
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
- Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods, providing tailored feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with parents and colleagues to support student learning and address individual needs.
- Integrated technology into lessons to enhance learning experiences and student engagement.
- Participated in professional development workshops to refine teaching methodologies and improve educational outcomes.
- Implemented creative classroom management techniques to maintain an orderly and focused learning environment.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering strong communication between students, parents, and staff members.
Full Time Substitute Teacher
Nichols Sawmill Elementary
Magnolia, TX
08.2012 - 06.2022
- Implemented lesson plans to support diverse learning needs and maintain classroom engagement.
- Adapted instructional strategies to accommodate various student abilities and learning styles.
- Managed classroom behavior efficiently, fostering a positive and respectful learning environment.
- Collaborated with full-time teachers to ensure curriculum alignment and continuity in instruction.
- Managed school library operations, supporting educational needs of kindergarten to 5th grade students. Assisted in developing lesson plans tailored for various grade levels. Coordinated three successful book fairs, enhancing student engagement in reading. Facilitated book club activities, leading students to achieve 1st place in district competition. Oversaw inventory management and organization for library resources.
Kindergarten Teacher P/T
Hunsberger Elementary
Reno, NV
08.2006 - 06.2012
- Developed engaging lesson plans that align with early childhood education standards.
- Fostered a positive learning environment to enhance student social and emotional development.
- Implemented individualized instructional strategies to accommodate diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to support children's educational progress and well-being.
Education
Associate of Arts - Education
UNR
Reno, NV05.1998
References
Zachary Raines (Winemaker at August Vin)
805-423-3730
Catherine Aiken (Head of Accounts at HCYR Thrift Store)
832-477-0729
Enrique Hernandez (Manager at Signor Vineyards)
830-304-7446
Jennifer Escamilla (Principal at Kendall Elementary)
Jennifer.escamilla@boerneisd.net
830-357-4600
Carrie Quinn (Principal at Nichols Sawmill Elementary)
713-417-4694
Sally Scott (Principal at Hunsberger Elementary)
775-851-7095
Timeline
Volunteer at Thrift Store
HCYRTS (Hill Country Youth Ranch Thrift Store)
09.2025 - Current
Tour Guide/Elevated Tastings/Member Server
Augusta Vin
01.2025 - Current
Wine Server/Market Associate
Signor Vineyards
10.2023 - 01.2025
Elementary Teacher Gifted & Talented
Kendall Elementary
08.2022 - 06.2024
Full Time Substitute Teacher
Nichols Sawmill Elementary
08.2012 - 06.2022
Kindergarten Teacher P/T
Hunsberger Elementary
08.2006 - 06.2012
Associate of Arts - Education
UNR