Melissa K. Wheeler
Mt. Vernon,Indiana
Summary
Knowledgeable activities team member committed to providing quality programming to diverse range of individuals. Skilled in leading engaging activities, organizing events and developing creative solutions to best serve needs. Approached each day and unique challenges with enthusiasm, patience and humor. Talented problem-solver with personable and open style. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure the position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Activities Assistant
West River Health Campus
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Prepared Daily Newsletters
- Organized and did daily activities for Residents
- Maintained and recorded daily reports on Residents for Administrative team
- Assisted Residents to Doctor appointments
- Transported and escorted program participants to and from activities and on field trips.
- Implemented and developed programs to promote physical fitness, teamwork and healthy living.
- Planned, coordinated, and implemented activities to address needs of participants with varying abilities.
- Evaluated supplies and requested purchases to meet activity plans.
- Engaged residents through events, small groups, and personal attention.
Activities Assistant
Solarbron Terrace
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Prepared Daily Newsletters
- Organized and did daily activities for Residents
- Maintained and recorded daily reports on Residents for Administrative team
- Assisted Residents to Doctor appointments
- Transported and escorted program participants to and from activities and on field trips.
- Implemented and developed programs to promote physical fitness, teamwork and healthy living.
- Planned, coordinated, and implemented activities to address needs of participants with varying abilities.
- Evaluated supplies and requested purchases to meet activity plans.
- Engaged residents through events, small groups, and personal attention.
Lead Preschool Teacher
The Children's Whitehouse Learning Center
07.2021 - 12.2021
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Submitted weekly lesson plans.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Community Action Program Of Evansville
09.2020 - 05.2021
Customer Service Representative
Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra
10.2017 - 05.2019
Education
No Degree - Nursing/Business
University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN05.2008
High School Diploma -
Mt. Vernon Senior High School
Mt. Vernon, IN 4762005.2004
Skills
- Teaching Skills
- Office Administration
- Family Relationship Development
- Clerical Support
- Recordkeeping Skills
- Administrative Leadership
- Customer and Service-Oriented
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Scheduling Events and Programs
- Interactive Activities
- Leadership
Timeline
Activities Assistant
West River Health Campus
08.2022 - 01.2023
Activities Assistant
Solarbron Terrace
01.2022 - 08.2022
Lead Preschool Teacher
The Children's Whitehouse Learning Center
07.2021 - 12.2021
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Community Action Program Of Evansville
09.2020 - 05.2021
Customer Service Representative
Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra
10.2017 - 05.2019
No Degree - Nursing/Business
University of Southern Indiana
High School Diploma -
Mt. Vernon Senior High School