Mellissa Loveless
Fennville,MI
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at the YMCA, excelling in lesson planning and behavior management. Proven ability to foster child development and maintain licensing compliance while enhancing classroom environments. Recognized for effectively mentoring staff and building strong relationships with parents, ensuring a collaborative and supportive atmosphere for learning.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
School Age Lead Teacher/Day Camp Site Coordinator
YMCA, Lakeshore Elementary
Holland, MI
02.2026 - Current
- Curriculum & Instruction: Develop and execute weekly lesson plans, engaging children in developmentally appropriate activities that promote learning and play.
- Safety & Supervision: Ensured constant supervision while maintaining a safe, clean, and organized environment, adhering to all emergency procedures.
- Classroom Management: Set clear, consistent, and positive behavior guidelines for children.
- Staff Mentorship: Supervised, trained, and supported assistant teachers, volunteers, and counselors, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Communication & Relationships: Maintain regular, professional communication with parents regarding child progress and program updates.
- Administration: Maintained accurate records of attendance and daily reports, contributing to program accountability and compliance.
- Followed state licensing regulations, YMCA policies, and health standards.
Assistant Teacher
YMCA, Greater Grand Rapids, MI
, MI
06.2024 - 02.2026
- Engaged children in classroom activities to foster learning and participation.
- Assisting lead teachers in developing and implementing daily lesson plans.
- Oversaw children's activities during playtime to ensure safety and engagement.
- Supported children's emotional and social development, promoting empathy and positive self-concepts.
- Assisting with parent-teacher conferences.
- Shared weekly lesson plans with parents to enhance communication about children's progress.
- Maintaining records of attendance, arrival, and departure times.
- Recommended measures to control behavior, including caring for clothing and organizing toys and books.
CSR/1st Shift Shipping Clerk
Challenge Manufacturing
Holland, MI
09.2022 - 11.2023
- Coordinated preparation and loading of trucks, ensuring accurate shipping paperwork for efficient dispatch.
- Verified and maintained records on incoming and outgoing shipments while preparing items for shipment.
- Performed shipping-related duties as part of a team and independently to ensure timely order fulfillment.
- Executed inventory movements and transactions to maintain accurate stock levels.
- Executed quality checks and recorded data in PLEX while completing utility tasks to maintain workflow.
Tasting Room Associate
Fenn Valley Winery
Fennville, MI
04.2016 - 04.2026
- Work at the tasting room counter, which includes greeting customers, serving wine samples, answering questions, offering suggestions, etc.
- Engaged customers in informed conversations about wine and food pairing, fostering a deeper appreciation and enhancing their purchase decisions.
- Upsold and cross-sold wine and merchandise, enhancing customer experience and increasing sales.
- Operated cash register to process customer transactions efficiently.
- Effectively answer general phone lines, which may involve taking phone orders, providing directions, etc.
- General store maintenance, stocking shelves, and taking inventory. Light cleaning of retail store displays and all public areas within the facility
- Assisted in creating visually appealing displays to promote products and attract customer interest.
- Packing wine orders for shipment.
Paraprofessional
South Haven Public Schools
South Haven, MI
09.2008 - 09.2022
- Assisted students with special needs, including non-English-speaking and those with physical and mental disabilities, to enhance their learning experience.
- Tutor and assist children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts.
- Monitored student activities across various settings, ensuring safety and adherence to rules in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, schoolyards, and during field trips.
- Implemented school policies and regulations to maintain a structured, respectful environment conducive to student learning.
Daycare Provider
Roe's Daycare
04.1998 - 09.2008
- Supported children's emotional and social development, fostering understanding of others and building positive self-concepts.
- Disciplined children and implemented measures to promote responsibility, such as caring for their own clothing and organizing toys and books.
- Cleaned and disinfected toys and play equipment to ensure a safe environment for children.
- Managed billing and accounts receivable processes on weekly, monthly, and end-of-year schedules.
Education
Associate Degree -
Davenport College
Kalamazoo, MI06-1988
General Diploma -
Fennville High School
Fennville, MI06-1986
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Behavior management
- Child assessment
- Child development
- Attendance management
- Regulatory adherence
Timeline
School Age Lead Teacher/Day Camp Site Coordinator
YMCA, Lakeshore Elementary
02.2026 - Current
Assistant Teacher
YMCA, Greater Grand Rapids, MI
06.2024 - 02.2026
CSR/1st Shift Shipping Clerk
Challenge Manufacturing
09.2022 - 11.2023
Tasting Room Associate
Fenn Valley Winery
04.2016 - 04.2026
Paraprofessional
South Haven Public Schools
09.2008 - 09.2022
Daycare Provider
Roe's Daycare
04.1998 - 09.2008
Associate Degree -
Davenport College
General Diploma -
Fennville High School