Melody Henderson
Austin,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented and highly organized professional with a background in education, project coordination, and administrative support. Skilled in scheduling, research, proofreading, and task management, with experience using Jira and other project planning tools. Adept at handling multiple responsibilities, communicating effectively, and providing top-tier support to teams and clients. A self-starter with strong problem-solving skills, ready to deliver efficient and reliable virtual assistance.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Curriculum Coordinator & College Counselor
BASIS Ed
05.2024 - 12.2024
- Oversaw district and state testing logistics for K-12 campus, including strategic scheduling, staff training, material preparation, and execution.
- Developed and implemented a streamlined substitute coverage process to minimize disruptions to learning during teacher absences.
- Collaborated with the Head of School and Directors to address ongoing support needs for staff, students, and families.
- Facilitated small group and one-on-one student meetings to provide guidance on college preparation and planning.
English Teacher
BASIS Ed
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Developed and delivered high-level English content, focusing on grammar, poetry, and literary concepts.
- Fostered student engagement through independent work, small-group discussions, and whole-class participation.
- Promoted student autonomy and ownership of learning, encouraging self-advocacy throughout their educational journeys.
- Established and continually refined classroom management systems to maintain a safe and productive learning environment.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles and levels, ensuring all students' needs are met.
- Designed and implemented rigorous lessons and learning experiences for students across varying age groups.
- Maintained clear and consistent communication with students, families, and colleagues to support academic success and well-being.
Director of Education
Sylvan Learning of Lakeway
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Identified strategies, processes, and metrics-that-matter to monitor program effectiveness for demonstrable effect.
- Chartered new hire and ongoing training policies to create continuous development plans.
- Coordinated resources necessary to provide distance learning services to students.
- Evaluated and supervised educators to assess performance and offer support.
Personal Assistant to the Owner
Stumvoll Consulting
11.2020 - 08.2021
- Worked in a hybrid capacity, developing a structured, self-paced routine to efficiently manage diverse responsibilities.
- Managed both personal and professional calendars, ensuring timely reminders for meetings, events, and deadlines.
- Conducted comprehensive online and phone research to support decision-making and project development.
- Organized and restocked office and break room supplies to enhance team productivity and efficiency.
- Prioritized time-sensitive tasks, ensuring projects were completed promptly and within budgetary constraints.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Middle Grades Education
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA12.2008
Skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Problem resolving
- Self-starter
- Curriculum Development
- Project Planning
- Timeline Planning and Management
- Jira Software/Scrum
- Proofreading
Timeline
Curriculum Coordinator & College Counselor
BASIS Ed
05.2024 - 12.2024
English Teacher
BASIS Ed
08.2022 - 05.2024
Director of Education
Sylvan Learning of Lakeway
10.2021 - 05.2022
Personal Assistant to the Owner
Stumvoll Consulting
11.2020 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Middle Grades Education
Georgia Southern University
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