Melissa D Arnesen-Trunzo
Thetford Center
Summary
Dedicated educator with over ten years of teaching experience, ready to put teaching skills into practice and seeking a position in a supportive educational role. Knowledgeable with a good understanding of instructional methods and varying student needs. Strong time-management and problem-solving skills with a strong work ethic. Solid communication and interpersonal skills and dedication to fostering positive learning outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Learning Coach/Long-Term Sub First Grade
Rivendell Interstate School District
01.2023 - Current
- Provide academic support, motivation, and guidance to student(s) throughout the school year.
- Interpret and apply written program policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Assist and develop student goals and objectives with the learning team.
- Implement a developmentally and linguistically appropriate approach to student(s) development and education.
- Integrated cross-curricular elements into lessons, providing students with a well-rounded education and reinforcing connections between subjects.
- Supported struggling learners with targeted instruction, resulting in increased academic achievement.
Facilitator
Bright
05.2021 - 10.2022
- Facilitated infant and toddler activity sessions
- Provided feedback to team members on their performance
- Developed curriculum activities
Grade 3 Homeroom Co-Teacher
Shanghai United International School
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Taught International Baccalaureate, PYP inquiry to 3rd-grade students
- Mentored 5th-grade students for their final exhibitions
- Managed the school Eco-Club and mentored Eco-Warriors
- Connected SUIS with Shanghai's Service and Sustainability Network.
Grade 2 Homeroom Co-Teacher
Shanghai United International School
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills using International Baccalaureate, PYP models
- Mentored 5th-grade students for their final exhibitions
- Developed lesson plans and prepared students and parents for field trips
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
English Language Instructor
Qinghai Normal University
09.2015 - 08.2016
- Taught English to students from a variety of cultural backgrounds
- Developed and implemented curriculum for English courses
- Led extra-curricular activities, such as yoga and feminine hygiene practices
PYP English Teacher
Shanghai Shangde Experimental School
08.2013 - 08.2015
- Co-taught G1 (ages 5-9) using the International Baccalaureate framework (PYP)
- Created and developed IB/POI yearly curriculum for kindergarten through grade 5
- Created and managed a Big Brother and Big Sister mentor program for DP (high school) and PYP (elementary school) boarding students.
K1 Teacher
Shanghai Victoria Kindergardens (Gumei)
08.2012 - 08.2013
- Co-taught K1 (ages 3-4) using the International Baccalaureate framework (PYP)
- Created engaging and interactive lesson plans organized and managed effective group work
- Organized and managed effective group work
English Teacher
Centro Espiral Mana
01.2012 - 03.2013
- Led and crafted Teacher Trainer sessions
- Supported public school teachers in Costa Rica with English teaching techniques and methods for their classrooms
- Studied and implemented Non-violent communication with students and peers
Au Pair/Volunteer High School English Teacher
Family
02.2011 - 08.2011
- Provided one-on-one childcare to a 4-month-old girl
- Volunteer taught at IT Gymnasiet (high school) in Uppsala Sweden.
WWOOF volunteer
Willing Workers On Organic Farms Australia
10.2010 - 01.2011
- Readied farm equipment for the day's work
- Fed and watered the animals
- Planted and harvested crops.
Assistant Language Teacher
Intertalk/Heart Corp
03.2009 - 03.2010
- Led and created English classes for Japanese elementary school students
- Communicated with parents of students to promote positive education experience.
English Teacher/Sales Marketer
GEOS Language Institute
08.2008 - 03.2009
- Taught English to students of all ages
- Created and implemented marketing campaigns
- Developed and delivered presentations
Teacher Assistant
Rockefeller University
06.2006 - 08.2008
- Supported international toddlers 2-3 years old with language and daily activities
Stock Market Portfolio Editor
Value Line, Inc.
05.2005 - 08.2008
- Proofread and edited stock listening for Value Line's market journal
Personal assistant
Michael Alden Productions
03.2006 - 08.2008
- Reviewed new scripts
- Completed secretarial work
- Managed street-side marketing personal
Teacher assistant
Jericho School District
08.2005 - 03.2006
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support to maintain student progress and development.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Au Pair
Family
07.2004 - 08.2005
- Looked after children
- Assisted in basic cleaning
Education
Master's Equivalent - Post Graduate Certificate in Education
University of Sunderland
06.2015
Master of Arts - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages
SIT Graduate Institute
12.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Arts
University of Iowa
06.2004
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Zoom/Skype
- Teaching English as Second Language
- Curriculum Development
- Adult/Children Education
- Intercultural Communication
- Program Development
- Tutoring
- Cross-Cultural Team Building
- Effectively Managing Multiple Projects
Accomplishments
Publication:
Identifying Techniques for Encouraging Compassionate Communication: Supporting Behaviour for International Primary School Students in Shanghai, China
Creative Education Vol.5 No.15
08/2014
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/277936423_Identifying_Techniques_for_Encouraging_ Compassionate_Communication_Supporting_Behaviour_for_International_Primary_School_Stud ents_in_Shanghai_China
Certification
CPR/AED Certification - American Heart Association
Expires - June 2025
6 Trauma Courses (90 hours) through NEA
April 2024
Wilderness Emergency Medicine Certificate (Solo)
February, 2024- February, 2026
Level 2a Advanced Course in P4C SAPERE
05/2017
Philosophy 4 Children facilitator certificate
Compassionate Communication for Educators Centro Espiral Mana, Costa Rica
01/2012
Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA) University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations
09/2009
RIE© Introduction to Educaring Course RIE©
04/2022
RIE© Foundations Theory and Observation Course
02/2022
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited Working
Norwegian
Elementary
Swedish
Elementary
French
Elementary
Japanese
Elementary
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Learning Coach/Long-Term Sub First Grade
Rivendell Interstate School District
01.2023 - Current
Facilitator
Bright
05.2021 - 10.2022
Grade 3 Homeroom Co-Teacher
Shanghai United International School
08.2018 - 06.2019
Grade 2 Homeroom Co-Teacher
Shanghai United International School
08.2016 - 06.2017
English Language Instructor
Qinghai Normal University
09.2015 - 08.2016
PYP English Teacher
Shanghai Shangde Experimental School
08.2013 - 08.2015
K1 Teacher
Shanghai Victoria Kindergardens (Gumei)
08.2012 - 08.2013
English Teacher
Centro Espiral Mana
01.2012 - 03.2013
Au Pair/Volunteer High School English Teacher
Family
02.2011 - 08.2011
WWOOF volunteer
Willing Workers On Organic Farms Australia
10.2010 - 01.2011
Assistant Language Teacher
Intertalk/Heart Corp
03.2009 - 03.2010
English Teacher/Sales Marketer
GEOS Language Institute
08.2008 - 03.2009
Teacher Assistant
Rockefeller University
06.2006 - 08.2008
Personal assistant
Michael Alden Productions
03.2006 - 08.2008
Teacher assistant
Jericho School District
08.2005 - 03.2006
Stock Market Portfolio Editor
Value Line, Inc.
05.2005 - 08.2008
Au Pair
Family
07.2004 - 08.2005
Master of Arts - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages
SIT Graduate Institute
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Arts
University of Iowa
CPR/AED Certification - American Heart Association
Expires - June 2025
6 Trauma Courses (90 hours) through NEA
April 2024
Wilderness Emergency Medicine Certificate (Solo)
February, 2024- February, 2026
Level 2a Advanced Course in P4C SAPERE
05/2017
Philosophy 4 Children facilitator certificate
Compassionate Communication for Educators Centro Espiral Mana, Costa Rica
01/2012
Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA) University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations
09/2009
RIE© Introduction to Educaring Course RIE©
04/2022
RIE© Foundations Theory and Observation Course
02/2022
Master's Equivalent - Post Graduate Certificate in Education
University of Sunderland
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