Melissa Steinback
Kendrick
Summary
Motivated paraprofessional offers lesson reinforcement, student supervision and report creation expertise paired with outstanding communication and multitasking abilities. Responsible and versatile professional with several years of experience delivering specialized educational assistance to students and teachers. Recognized for attentiveness to physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of each student.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1989
1989
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Bartender
Olde Towne Tavern
Kendrick
05.2024 - Current
- Mixed beverages according to established recipes and customer preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness of bar area and equipment during shifts.
- Assisted customers with drink selections and provided menu recommendations.
- Restocked supplies, including liquor, mixers, and glassware as needed.
- Followed safety protocols for serving alcohol and handling glassware.
- Engaged with customers to create a welcoming atmosphere at the bar.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
Paraprofessional
Auburn School District
Auburn
09.2016 - 05.2019
- Supported teachers by preparing instructional materials and classroom resources.
- Assisted students with daily tasks and provided individualized support as needed.
- Monitored student behavior and ensured adherence to school policies.
- Facilitated small group sessions to reinforce learning concepts and skills.
- Helped maintain a safe and organized classroom environment for all students.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching strategies.
Paraprofessional
Dieringer School District
Lake
06.2011 - 06.2016
- Supported teachers by preparing instructional materials and classroom resources.
- Assisted students with daily tasks and provided individualized support as needed.
- Monitored student behavior and ensured adherence to school policies.
- Facilitated small group sessions to reinforce learning concepts and skills.
- Helped maintain a safe and organized classroom environment for all students.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching strategies.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
Paraprofessional
Sumner School District
Sumner
09.2005 - 06.2011
- Supported teachers by preparing instructional materials and classroom resources.
- Assisted students with daily tasks and provided individualized support as needed.
- Monitored student behavior and ensured adherence to school policies.
- Worked with students one on one assisting with school work and adapting them to a classroom setting.
- Worked on IEP for individual students implementing the curriculum to meet their needs
- Worked with challenging children in a positive environment.
- Skills in American Sign Language
- Able to handle multiple tasks at one time with consistency.
- Thrive in working in a challenging environment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Special Education
Highline College
Seattle, WA 09.1987 - 06.1991
Kentwood High School
Kent, WASkills
- Skills in American Sign Language
- Followed and implemented IEP goals
- Assisted teachers in the classroom with a variety of task
- Planned and implemented small reading, writing and math groups
- Tested individual students on different educational programs
Timeline
Bartender
Olde Towne Tavern
05.2024 - Current
Paraprofessional
Auburn School District
09.2016 - 05.2019
Paraprofessional
Dieringer School District
06.2011 - 06.2016
Paraprofessional
Sumner School District
09.2005 - 06.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Special Education
Highline College
09.1987 - 06.1991
Kentwood High School