Michelle Millard
Great Falls,MT
Summary
Highly detail-oriented and organized self-starter who works well independently and collaboratively to ensure the development of genuine relationships, meaningful productivity, and quality outcomes for the benefit of co-workers, the employer, and the client.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Community Early Education Center
08.2023 - Current
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Teacher
Rocky Mountain Development Council Rocky Head Start
09.2020 - 05.2023
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized 504 plans as part of integrated classroom.
- Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning
Childcare Assistant Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers Inc.
01.2019 - 07.2019
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies
- Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning
- Promoted development of social, emotional and communication skills in toddlers
Owner Manager
A Home Maid Clean LLC
01.2006 - 01.2019
- Managed 12 employees
- Directed business processes from conceptualization through end-user delivery
- Oversaw HR training, coaching, mentoring and staff retention
- Oversaw process improvement initiatives
- Observed all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations
On-site Maintenance Coordinator
Good Shepherd Church
2000 - 2004
- Obtained documents, clearances, certificates and approvals from local, state and federal agencies
- Worked directly with clergy, staff, and volunteers to achieve consistent high quality cleaning and facilities maintenance
- Maintained availability of supplies and equipment to ensure health and safety of members and environment
Home Child Care Provider
Self
09.1995 - 08.1997
- Engaged with children on an individual basis in a pleasant manner
- Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving appropriate to children's development levels
- Operated in accordance with company and state licensing standards
- Established a safe play environment for the children
- Built authentic relationships with families with compassionate communication
- Incorporated music and play into developmentally appropriate activities
- Developed age-appropriate activities and programs for children newborn to five years old
- Promoted good health by preparing meals with organic and natural ingredients
Preschool Teacher
Rainbow Learning Center
1994 - 1995
- Used classroom observations to create written assessments of student performance
- Nurtured a supportive learning environment that was often used as a model for other classrooms
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management
- Worked with interdisciplinary team members to evaluate children's progress and recommend appropriate learning plans
- Assisted and supervised twelve children through the entire school day
- Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities
Frame Shop Manager
Ben Franklin Crafts
1993 - 1995
- Built a talented and valuable team of departmental employees through outstanding mentoring, coaching and teaching skills
- Strategically scheduled team members to maintain optimal staffing levels at all times
- Engaged with customers in a sincere and friendly manner
- Directed work of 4 employees focused on producing creative framing
- Fostered a positive work environment by consistently treating all employees and customers with respect and consideration
- Actively pursued personal learning and development opportunities
Before and After School Child Care Provider
Stillwater Public Schools
1990 - 1993
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and school management
- Developed age-appropriate activities and programs for children five to ten years old
- Communicated with children in developmentally appropriate way
- Participated in professional development activities
- Established a safe play environment for the children
- Prepared, served and cleaned up daily snacks for thirty children
- Led age-appropriate activities incorporating music, movement and stories for groups of thirty children ages five to ten years old
- Maintained accurate and detailed records, including staff and child files on enrollments, attendance, health and safety, emergency contact information and incident reports
Education
Early Childhood Education
The University of Montana - Western
Dillon, MTEarly Childhood Education
Idaho State University
Pocatello, IDHigh School Diploma -
James Martin High School
Arlington, TX1987
Skills
- Conflict resolution
- Team leadership
- Public speaking
- Materials preparation
- Differentiated instruction
- Lesson implementation
- Active listening
- Experience with special-needs students
References
RMDC HR Director Joanna Halland, 406-447-1680, jhalland@rmdc.net
Rocky Head Start Teacher Jeri Lynn Rea, 406-459-6872, gethelmethair@gmail.com
UMW Coach Sara Silva, 406-224-0790, sara@cccmontana.org
Timeline
Teacher
Community Early Education Center
08.2023 - Current
Teacher
Rocky Mountain Development Council Rocky Head Start
09.2020 - 05.2023
Childcare Assistant Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers Inc.
01.2019 - 07.2019
Owner Manager
A Home Maid Clean LLC
01.2006 - 01.2019
Home Child Care Provider
Self
09.1995 - 08.1997
On-site Maintenance Coordinator
Good Shepherd Church
2000 - 2004
Preschool Teacher
Rainbow Learning Center
1994 - 1995
Frame Shop Manager
Ben Franklin Crafts
1993 - 1995
Before and After School Child Care Provider
Stillwater Public Schools
1990 - 1993
Early Childhood Education
The University of Montana - Western
Early Childhood Education
Idaho State University
High School Diploma -
James Martin High School
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