Meredith DeRosa
Avondale,PA
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Focused on using effective recruitment strategies and candidate pipelines to meet employment needs. Leverages traditional and online methods to bring in top talent.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Building Substitute Teacher
ESS - Avon Grove School District
08.2021 - Current
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Provided individualized support to struggling learners, enabling them to reach their full potential academically.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing various teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
ESY Teacher
ESS
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Championed a positive classroom culture by emphasizing mutual respect, collaboration, and active engagement among all learners.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Instructional Aide ESY
Avon Grove School District
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Served as a positive role model for students, demonstrating strong work ethic, problem-solving skills, and empathy towards others.
- Adapted instructional materials and methods to accommodate diverse learners, ensuring equal access to curriculum content.
- Utilized various assistive technology tools to aid students in accessing information and completing assignments independently.
- Assisted in the implementation of data-driven instruction, using assessment results to inform instructional decisions and improve student outcomes.
- Promoted social-emotional growth by teaching self-regulation techniques and facilitating peer interactions among students.
Stay At Home Parent
DeRosa Household
04.2010 - 03.2021
- Stepped down from my role as a Technical Recruiter to stay home and raise our children full time
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
Technical Recruiter
The Franklin Company
08.2006 - 04.2010
- Effectively managed multiple simultaneous searches across various industries, proving adaptability and time management skills.
- Enhanced company reputation as an employer of choice through proactive networking at industry events and online forums.
- Coordinated interview scheduling between candidates and hiring managers, ensuring a smooth selection process from start to finish.
- Maintained accurate records of all recruitment activities and provided regular updates to stakeholders on progress towards hiring goals.
- Increased candidate placement rates by implementing comprehensive sourcing strategies and maintaining relationships with passive talent.
- Streamlined recruitment processes for improved efficiency, utilizing applicant tracking systems and recruiting software.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN12.2002
Skills
- Flexibility
- Organization
- Instructional Strategies
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Verbal and written communication
- Organizational abilities
- Talent Acquisition
- Candidate Screening
- Candidate vetting
- Client Relationship Management
- Special Education
- Student Engagement
Running, Gardening, WW II History
In my free time I love to garden, take walks at Longwood Gardens and Winterthur. I also enjoy expanding my knowledge of World War II through teaching, visiting museums and viewing documentaries.
Timeline
ESY Teacher
ESS
07.2023 - 08.2023
Building Substitute Teacher
ESS - Avon Grove School District
08.2021 - Current
Instructional Aide ESY
Avon Grove School District
07.2021 - 08.2021
Stay At Home Parent
DeRosa Household
04.2010 - 03.2021
Technical Recruiter
The Franklin Company
08.2006 - 04.2010
Bachelor of Arts - History
Austin Peay State University
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