LISA ANNE NGUYEN-MELGARD
Buckeye, Arizona 85396
************@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL
Seeking a challenging position as a travel professional in a reputed and well managed organization, which will allow me to both further utilize my skills and work experience to perform my duties.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Areas of Experience
● Substitute Teaching
Communications/Management
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
● Highly organized with exceptional time management skills.
● Detail and multi-task oriented.
● Superior interpersonal skills.
Teaching Skills
● More than 3 1/2 years extensive experience as a Substitute Teacher.
● Presenting lessons and activities that promotes independent thought, a questioning attitude,
and the desire to learn.
● Ability to incorporate complementary and educational activities to encourage student
learning and promote active participation.
● Demonstrated capability for maintaining a well-disciplined and highly productive classroom.
● Subjects taught: Social Studies, Language Arts (English, Reading, Writing), Math, Science.
Technical Skills
● Computer knowledge: Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Powerpoint
● Internet navigation
● Skillful at typing (50 wpm) and usage of office equipment
LISA ANNE NGUYEN-MELGARD
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Substitute Teacher 2008 to Pres.
Peoria Unified School District, Peoria, Arizona
Instruct core subjects to all grade levels, K-12, in schools located in the Peoria Unified School District. Adhere to school standards and teachers’ guidelines/expectations. Deliver lesson plans and utilize relevant activities, monitor and adjust if necessary based on student needs. Incorporate complementary and educational activities to encourage student learning and promote active participation. Communicate with teachers regarding students’ progress and discipline issues. Employ a proactive approach to classroom management to encourage positive behaviors and curb negative behaviors.
Long-term Substitute Teacher 2011 to 2011
Cheyenne Elementary School, Peoria Unified School District, Peoria, Arizona
Assumed role of classroom teacher during a one month leave of absence. Taught all core subjects to a diverse group of students. Developed and implemented lessons, which accommodated multiple learning styles and abilities. Incorporated complementary and educational activities to encourage student learning and promote active participation. Established a well-balanced classroom that supported creativity and socialization. Employed a proactive approach to classroom management.
Sr. Administrative Secretary 2004 to 2007
Arizona Supreme Court, Juvenile Services Division, Phoenix, Arizona
Provided administrative/secretarial support for the division such as answering telephone and resolving inquiries from the public. Prepared, composed, edited and mailed monitoring reports to contracted service providers. Scheduled and coordinated meetings for supervisor, program managers, and contract monitors. Made travel and lodging arrangements when requested by contract monitors. Maintained and updated databases/records for the division utilizing Microsoft Excel and Access. Communicated effectively with all levels of the court using Microsoft Outlook.
EDUCATION
M.B.A., Global Management
University of Phoenix, Tempe, Arizona
Bachelor of Arts, Liberal Arts (History)
Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona
LICENSE
Certified Substitute Teacher, Arizona