MICHELE DILLARD
Fort Myers
Summary
Specializing in Early Childhood Development, with advanced training as an Infant-Toddler Specialist and Sleep Trainer. Demonstrated success in nurturing children across all ages, particularly those with special needs. Utilizes innovative techniques, including yoga and sign language, to manage emotional outbursts and promote well-being.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher/Nanny House Manager/ROTA Nanny
Vacation Sitters
Fort Myers
04.2015 - Current
- Provided preschool education and childcare as a freelance teacher and travel nanny for Naples families, primarily physicians, from 2008-2012 and 2017 to present.
- I am college educated in Early Childhood Development with extended studies as an Infant-Toddler Specialist and Infant Sleep Trainer with additional studies in Montessori & Waldorf philosophies.
- Supported children of all ages, including those with special needs and non-verbal communication, through tailored activities like toddler yoga, infant/toddler sign language, and meditation techniques to address emotional outbursts and overstimulation.
Business Development Supervisor
Six Bends Harley-Davidson
Fort Myers
09.2012 - 03.2015
- I possess a broad 'vision' in creating and implementing intuitive marketing strategies through onsite/offsite special events and online media.
- Aligned target demographic with familiar expectations while expanding reach across borders to create urgency in all markets.
- Cultivated brand identity through meticulous attention to detail and organization, enhancing relationships and generating excitement both internationally and domestically.
- Marketing the energy of the Harley-Davidson/ Six Bends Brands' unique culture through fundraising and charity events via in-house off-site and online media is instrumental in growing our brand.
- Follow-up and maintenance of large Harley-Davidson customer base while building, creating and developing new businesses to grow our customer base beyond our current demographic whilst conversion-riders.
- Plan and direct public relations programs designed to create and maintain a favorable public image for Six Bends clients.
- Design and launch email marketing campaigns.
- Creating a culture through organizational health is my strength.
Executive -Administrative Assistant to /PRESIDENT/ Promoted to Marketing Project Manager
Saban Entertainment/FOX Family Channel aka ABC Family Television
Los Angeles
1995 - 2000
- Support of the President/CEO in all administrative capacities: correspondence, travel arrangements, management of daily calendar, appointments/meetings/luncheons.
- Liaison between President and his six-subordinate departments' VPs and Managers.
- Coordinated executive schedules and managed meeting logistics effectively.
- Prepared confidential contracts, business proposals, and agreements to support organizational objectives.
- Drafted and edited correspondence for internal and external communications.
- Traveled with President to assist with licensing partner meetings, preparation of special events, from inception to culmination of licensing trade shows both foreign and domestic.
- Planning of semi-annual company Board of Principals management retreats both locally and domestically.
- Implementing all aspects of groundbreaking ceremonies, golf tournaments, holiday parties, and annual company outings, monthly company interaction events / outings.
- Coordinated special events, including Hurricane Katrina Relief efforts, company parties, and charity events, fostering community relations and employee morale.
- Assisted the Interior Design Department with proposals, luncheons, and travel arrangements.
Education
Certified Early Childhood Education Teacher and Infant/Toddler Specialist -
Miracosta College
Oceanside, CA06-2009
Skills
- Early childhood education
- Child development strategies
- Special needs support
- Behavioral management
- Curriculum design
- Classroom management
- Childcare marketing
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer.
Timeline
Preschool Teacher/Nanny House Manager/ROTA Nanny
Vacation Sitters
04.2015 - Current
Business Development Supervisor
Six Bends Harley-Davidson
09.2012 - 03.2015
Executive -Administrative Assistant to /PRESIDENT/ Promoted to Marketing Project Manager
Saban Entertainment/FOX Family Channel aka ABC Family Television
1995 - 2000
Certified Early Childhood Education Teacher and Infant/Toddler Specialist -
Miracosta College