Meredith McIvor
Omaha,NE
Summary
Accomplished and highly-motivated professional dedicated to children's educational needs and development. Particularly interested in working with underserved communities. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Academic Advisor
NorthStar Foundation
Omaha, NE
10.2023 - Current
- Monitored student academic progress and provided interventions to support success.
- Presented students with information and resources to promote academic progress and empowered students to take responsibility for academic success.
- Coordinated with faculty and staff to aid in resolution of academic problems.
- Monitored student attendance and grades in database to verify retention and progression.
Lead Teacher
Omaha Public Schools
Omaha, NE
08.2010 - 06.2023
- Researched and selected classroom materials and instructional tools in alignment with school requirements.
- Prepared, administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
- Conferred with parents or guardians and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss progress and determine educational priorities.
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Sponsored extracurricular activities, such as clubs, student organizations and academic contests
Box Office Coordinator
Omaha Performing Arts
Omaha, NE
10.2005 - 04.2010
- Managed ticketing database software to ensure accuracy and efficiency of ticket processing.
- Processed ticket orders and managed customer service inquiries.
- Maintained accurate records of box office sales, including cash handling procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels for tickets and related materials; ordered additional supplies as needed.
- Trained new employees on proper box office procedures.
Unit Production Manager
Universal Pictures
Universal City, CA
01.2002 - 05.2005
- Managed a team of over 150 animators, artists, and production staff in the creation of animated feature films.
- Managed the production pipeline from pre-production through post-production phases.
- Managed project and artist schedules, ensuring on-time delivery of milestones and final delivery.
- Oversaw budgeting and resource allocation, optimizing costs while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Managed all overseas shipping and off-site production facilities.
- Conducted regular meetings to track progress, address issues, and provide guidance to team members.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education
University of Nebraska At Omaha
Omaha, NE05-2010
Bachelor of Arts - Acting
New York University
New York, NY06-1994
Skills
- Administrative abilities
- Education Model Development
- Student Development
- Academic Monitoring
- Excellent oral and written communication
- Project Management
- Team Leadership and Motivation
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Production Scheduling
Timeline
Academic Advisor
NorthStar Foundation
10.2023 - Current
Lead Teacher
Omaha Public Schools
08.2010 - 06.2023
Box Office Coordinator
Omaha Performing Arts
10.2005 - 04.2010
Unit Production Manager
Universal Pictures
01.2002 - 05.2005
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education
University of Nebraska At Omaha
Bachelor of Arts - Acting
New York University
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