MELISSA VINCENT
Tecumseh, KS - 785-***-****
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CAREER SUMMARY
Dependable professional with expertise in scheduling/planning, organizational efficiency, and building relationships. Passionate, problem-solving, advocate who can utilize my solid background in education to consistently deliver results in a fast paced and high-profile environment.
● Strong Attention to Detail ● Flexible/Adaptable ● Interpersonal Skills
● Solid Organizational Skill ● Skilled Project/Task Manager ● Collaborative and Team Oriented
● Client Management ● Microsoft Office/Google Suite ● Data/Assessment Management PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Seaman School District USD 345 - North Fairview Elementary 2017-2022 General Music Educator K-6
Topeka Public Schools USD 501-****-****
Music Educator K-12
● Created, designed, and presented interactive presentations using various technologies and computer programs needed for online and in-person learning
● Multi-tasked and re-prioritized the needs of multiple projects and individuals in order to meet the organizational goals
● Wrote and obtained grants to initiate district-wide educational programs
● Facilitated district adoption of new curriculum
● Managed and coordinated materials, people (teachers, students, parents) and communication for various programs and events
● Collaborated with team members to resolve problems and issues while driving organizational goals
● Communicated and built relationships with all partners at all levels Manning Music 2000 - 2003
Retail Customer Service Associate
● Served customers by helping them select products
● Drove sales through engagement of customers, suggestive selling, and sharing product knowledge
● Greeted and received customers in a welcoming manner
● Listened and responded to customer's musical needs in person and by phone
● Directed customers by escorting them to racks and counters Instrument Repair Technician Assistant
● responsible for fixing and maintaining the parts and components of various instruments Private Lessons Teacher
● taught private percussion lessons at the store
● Part-time position
EDUCATION
M.S. in Curriculum & Instruction 2008
● Concentration: Effective Practitioner PreK-12
● Emporia State University, Emporia, KS
B.M. in Music Education 2002
● Washburn University, Topeka, KS
● Sibberson Award Recipient
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
● Troop 18 Committee Member & Merit Badge Counselor 2019-Present
● Pack 1 Cub Scouts Assistant Cub Master & Den Leader 2017-Present
● Member of Handbell Choir - First UMC 2021-Present
● Topeka Habitat Volunteer - 2012-2018
● National Night Out Neighborhood Coordinated 2015
● I-CARE Food Pantry Board 2009-2011