MICHAELA DORISS
San Francisco,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Results-driven professional looking to leverage 20+ years of experience as an educator and office manager as a Preschool Teacher in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Preschool Teacher
Temp Care Child Care
San Francisco Bay Area, CA
04.2023 - Current
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Assisted and supervised 10-15 children through entire school day
Event Assistant
Self-Employed
San Francisco Bay Area, CA
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted with event coordinator to tailor events to personal tastes and budgets of clients to manage and exceed expectations.
- Performed post-event tasks such as breaking down areas, removing trash, and cleaning facilities.
- Welcomed, greeted and directed guests at private events and explained seating arrangements to keep tables organized.
- Provided exceptional customer service to all guests and escalated concerns where needed.
- Organized facilities preparation, refreshments and entertainment for gatherings with as many as 300 guests
Elementary School Tutor
Self-employed
San Francisco, CA
08.2018 - 06.2022
- Mentored and coached students with focus on developing independence and self-confidence.
- Worked closely with students on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
- Used variety of teaching methods to successfully help wide range of students.
- Developed methods to motivate and engage students in learning.
Office Manager/Receptionist
SPMB
San Francisco, CA
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Delivered top-notch administrative support to office staff, promoting excellence in office operations.
- Kept front office clean and well-organized to keep areas presentable for guests and maximize professional appeal.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Assisted HR with onboarding process for new hires.
- Supported company with projects on ad-hoc basis.
Elementary School Teacher (2nd-6th Grades)
SF Pacific Academy & Lisa Kampner Hebrew Academy
San Francisco, Ca
08.2013 - 06.2016
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
Education
Multiple Subject Teaching Credentials - Elementary School Teaching
San Francisco State University
12.2008
BA - Human Development, Psychology
Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA12.2004
Skills
- Exceptional interpersonal skills
- Friendly demeanor
- Excellent multitasking ability
- Self-motivated with high level of integrity
- Driven by opportunity to learn
- Administrative Support
- Always striving to improve client experience with kindness and active listening
- Educational Strategies
- Lesson Implementation
- Social Skills
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Three things in human life are important. The first is to be kind. The second is to be kind. And the third is to be kind.
Henry James
Timeline
Substitute Preschool Teacher
Temp Care Child Care
04.2023 - Current
Event Assistant
Self-Employed
05.2022 - 08.2022
Office Manager/Receptionist
SPMB
01.2020 - 04.2020
Elementary School Tutor
Self-employed
08.2018 - 06.2022
Elementary School Teacher (2nd-6th Grades)
SF Pacific Academy & Lisa Kampner Hebrew Academy
08.2013 - 06.2016
Multiple Subject Teaching Credentials - Elementary School Teaching
San Francisco State University
BA - Human Development, Psychology
Sonoma State University