Melissa Ferro

619-***-**** addidx@r.postjobfree.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-ferro-88876618a/ PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Motivated and dynamic educator with 20+ years of classroom experience. Self-starter skilled in multiple writing styles, editing, program development, collaborative settings and human resource management. EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Compass Education, San Diego, CA

November 2019-Present, Educational Support

Design supplemental curriculum for clients in grades 4-9 Engage students and build rapport

Increase English proficiency and literacy in non-native speaking students Provide progress reports and activity suggestions to parents Manage online learning appointments and schedules

Experience with: Zoom

Girl Scouts San Diego, San Diego, CA

September, 2019, Regional Recruitment Specialist (temporary assignment) Develop, coordinate, manage and evaluate recruitment programming Experience with: Salesforce, Taskstream

San Diego Uni ed School District. San Diego, CA

1996-2019- Teacher (English, Dance), Advisor (Class of 2012, Class of 2017, Dance Team) Establish a safe community for a culturally diverse student population. Create, plan and conduct curriculum for demonstration, instruction and experiential activities Prepare objectives and outlines for multiple levels/courses of study. Adapt methods and materials to meet varying needs and interests. Analyze statistics and data to better serve diverse (socio-economic, culture) student populations. Write grants and proposals.

Confer and coordinate with colleagues and administration. Establish and communicate clear objectives and procedures for classes, teams and clubs. Attend meetings, conferences, and training workshops for continued professional growth and development.

Supervise, evaluate, and plan assignments for teaching assistants, volunteers and student teachers. Instill and develop leadership skills.

Plan and conduct large-scale fundraising, social and sporting events. Design and maintain social media sites for communication and marketing; content development, writing and editing.

Procure and ensure travel accommodations.

Build, manage and balance budgets for teams and clubs. GATE, ERWC certificated; WASC and AVID Committee member; SDAIE, QTEL and NIMSI trained Experience with: PowerSchool, Oracle, People Soft, BlackBoard, Google Classroom, Eros VOLUNTEER WORK

Chapter Advisory Board, Kappa Delta Sorority, San Diego State University 2012- present, Standards, Membership, Member Education Consult with University staff, collegiate and Board members on planning, policy and procedures. Ensure annual accreditation requirements are met.

Enforce Chapter, National and University standards and bylaws. Oversee recruitment, retention programming and social planning. Ensure residential housing obligations, activities and contracts. Assist in preparation, review and revision of National reports. Guide collegiate members in creating and implementing events and programming, including academic, philanthropic and social.

Plan academic support and guidance through Academic Excellence. Manage social media sites through content development and writing. Provide crisis intervention and counseling for students. Experience with: Bill Highway, ICS, BlackBoard,

San Diego Kappa Delta Alumnae Association

2014-2018, 2020, Vice President

Design and promote annual membership drive

Survey members to determine and plan activities

Report to National Kappa Delta

Provide support to local collegiate chapters

Carefree San Carlos Homeowners’ Association

2014- present

Vice President

Write proposals for new programs and spending.

Address homeowner concerns.

Consult on staffing needs and hiring decisions.

Treasurer

Review and revise annual budgets.

Approve and sign for expenditures

EDUCATION

National University, San Diego, California

Master of Science, Educational Administration

National University, San Diego, California

Clear CLAD Single Subject Teaching Credential, English San Diego State University, San Diego, California

Bachelor of Arts, English Major, Psychology Minor