Michael McElwee
Wildwood,NJ
Summary
Dynamic educator with a strong background in designing and executing engaging curricula that inspire student engagement and success. Expertise in cultivating a collaborative learning environment that promotes growth and achievement for all learners. Proficient in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs, ensuring tailored support for every student. Recognized for reliability and flexibility, contributing to seamless and effective teaching operations.
Professional educator skilled in creating dynamic, inclusive classroom experiences that drive student success. Adept at leveraging diverse instructional strategies to meet varied learning needs, ensuring comprehensive understanding of material. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability in ever-evolving educational settings, with focus on critical thinking and communication.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
Woodbine Elementary School
Woodbine, NJ
03.2021 - Current
- Coordinated lesson plan execution and ensured adherence to daily classroom schedules for optimal educational flow.
- Implemented strategies to enhance children's social, emotional, and intellectual development.
- Implemented measures to maintain children's safety and promote overall wellbeing at all times.
- Utilized a range of instructional and assessment techniques as directed to address unique student needs effectively.
- Provided academic support to enhance student comprehension of challenging material.
- Coordinated updates and discussions with parents, staff, and faculty to support student development.
- Oversaw educational programs for children with disabilities, focusing on autism, ADHD, and behavioral disorders. Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance learning outcomes for students.
- Collaborated with staff to implement behavior modification techniques effectively.
Area Supervisor
Ross Dress For Less
Rio Grande, NJ
02.2018 - 01.2021
- Supported store operations by managing specific assigned areas and acting as manager on duty. Opened and closed store while supervising associates to create a welcoming shopping environment. Maintained cleanliness and organized merchandise presentation to enhance customer experience. Executed company operational processes and provided guidance to team members as needed.
Security Guard
Ross Dress For Less
Rio Grande, NJ
02.2018 - 01.2021
- Responsibilities: Maintain a Safe and Secure environment. Building strong partnerships with associates and management. Mitigating theft and fraud. Minimizing operational theft. Excellent customer service and positive greetings. Strong command presence. Flawless attendance and dress code.
Stockroom Leader
Ross Dress For Less
Rio Grande
02.2018 - 01.2021
- Responsible for all merchandise that is delivered daily to the store. Processing, security hard tagging, pricing, categorizing. Delegate all tasks and monitor productivity for all associates. Precise time management and leadership. Superior customer service. Must manage the store, run cash registers, make deposits, scheduling, emailing, upholding all company policy. Perfect attendance. Motivated and excellent work ethic.
Lead Singer
Animal House Band
Wildwood, NJ
02.2017 - Current
- Collaborate with band members to arrange and refine musical compositions
- Train new vocalists on performance techniques and stage presence
- Coordinate setlists based on audience feedback and venue requirements
- Lead vocal performances engaging diverse audiences at various events
- Lead vocal performances at live events, engaging diverse audiences and enhancing overall experience.
Store Manager
Longo and Milone
Drexel Hill, PA
09.2002 - 06.2015
- Responsibilities: Open and close store daily. Maintain an exact inventory weekly. Greet customers and sell product. Run two cash registers daily and balance both at the end of shift. Make business deposits and balance check book. Pay employees/Payroll. Maintain the store’s cleanliness. Unload trucks weekly up to thousands of cases per week. Answer phones, run store promotions, make deliveries, and take product orders. Called in an inventory weekly to replace stock. Ran a PA Lottery terminal.
- Accomplishments
- Excellent customer service
Kennel Technician
Springfield Animal Hospital
Springfield, PA
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Responsibilities: Performs a wide variety of animal shelter service functions including: cleaning, feeding, bathing of shelter animals, light duty janitorial functions, and non-related projects and/ or tasks as required; assist the doctors in any way. Greet customers at the door, then take and weigh the animals to prepare for surgery or boarding.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT04-2026
High school or equivalent -
Cardinal Ohara
Springfield, PA06-2002
Skills
- Teaching
- Writing skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Retail
- Early Childhood Education
- Security
- Inventory
- Grammar
- Early childhood education
- Autism spectrum disorders support
- Word processing
- Data collection
- Heavy lifting
- Customer Service
Certification
- CPR Certification
- Driver's License
- Substitute Teaching Certification April 2024 to April 2029
- Handle with Care training May 2024 to present
- NJ Teaching Certification
- Non-CDL Class C
- First Aid Certification
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Woodbine Elementary School
03.2021 - Current
Area Supervisor
Ross Dress For Less
02.2018 - 01.2021
Security Guard
Ross Dress For Less
02.2018 - 01.2021
Stockroom Leader
Ross Dress For Less
02.2018 - 01.2021
Lead Singer
Animal House Band
02.2017 - Current
Kennel Technician
Springfield Animal Hospital
01.2009 - 01.2011
Store Manager
Longo and Milone
09.2002 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Early Elementary Education
Western Governors University
High school or equivalent -
Cardinal Ohara
Qualifications
- Responsibilities
- Experienced Special Education Paraprofessional with 5+ years of experience working with students with special needs. Possess strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, and a commitment to providing a safe and supportive learning environment.
- Dedicated Paraprofessional with 5 years of experience in classroom management and small-group instruction. Skilled at adapting teaching methodologies to engage diverse learners and improving student participation
- 20 years of experience in customer interaction and sales. Ability to work in a fast paced environment and to multi-task. Management experience. Money management and inventory control. Experience in physical labor. Ability to take and give direction when needed. Organizational skills and strong work ethic.