Freelance Writer Administrative Assistant
Resume:
Michelle Millhollon
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EDUCATION
Southern Utah University December 2021
Masters in Professional Communications
Texas A&M University, College Station, TX December 1993 Bachelor of Arts, Journalism
Bachelor of Arts, English, Minor in German
EXPERIENCE
Jersey Village High School Cypress, TX
Teacher - English, Prof Comm, Photojournalism, Yearbook, Newspaper, Journalism - Grades 9th - 12th August 2020 to Present
● Facilitated journalistic writing techniques to high school students using student-centered lessons and activities
● Monitored students’ development of yearbook and online newspaper production
● Utilized many student-centered learning techniques, including demonstrations, samples, PowerPoints, and videos
● Devised activities related to the TEKS content relating to students’ daily life, and allowed students to work in cooperative learning groups to obtain material for assignments
● Facilitated instruction through 21st Century learning tools using multimedia
● Supervised interactive social media outlets such as Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram
● Directed students in Photoshop, InDesign, and StudioWorks certifications
● Created activities that show the relationship between interviewing and social skills in everyday life and how they engage and motivate students
● Sponsored Yearbook activities, sales, fundraisers, and trips
● Modified curriculum for a student’s with social skills challenges in the classroom by adapting the assignment for their skill level
● Assisted students with preparation for Yearbook and News Magazine deadlines by providing explanations of copyright infringements, layout designs, and rules of print media
● Judged UIL journalism, spelling, and writing contests for district 9th-12th grade students
● Tutored students before, during, and after school
● Judged practice meet for journalistic style writings Jasper High School Jasper, TX
Teacher - English, Professional Communications, Credit Recovery - Grades 9th - 12th August 2017 to 2020
● Facilitated learning to English I and III, as well as Speech to all grade level students using student-centered lessons and activities
● Discussed students’ learning improvement in class after each assignment to clarify mastery of the content
● Utilized many student-centered learning techniques, including demonstrations, samples, PowerPoints, and videos
● Devised activities related to the TEKS content relating to students’ daily life, and allowed students to work in cooperative learning groups to obtain material for assignments
● Facilitated instruction through 21st Century learning tools using multimedia
● Supervised interactive social media outlets such as Twitter and Instagram
● Created activities that show the relationship between interviewing and social skills in everyday life and how they engage and motivate students
● Assisted JISD Superintendent with all communications for staff and parents
● Sponsored Yearbook activities, sales, fundraisers, and trips
● Modified curriculum for a student’s with social skills challenges in the classroom by adapting the assignment for their skill level
● Assisted students with preparation for Yearbook and News Magazine deadlines by providing explanations of copyright infringements, layout designs, and rules of print media
● Judged UIL journalism, spelling, and writing contests for district 9th-12th grade students
● Tutored students before, during, and after school
● Judged practice meet for journalistic style writings Cypress Woods High School Cypress, TX
Student Teaching - Journalism - Grades 9th - 12th January 2017 to May 2017
● Facilitated learning to Journalism 1 students using student-centered lessons and activities
● Discussed students’ learning improvement in class after each assignment to clarify mastery of the content
● Utilized many student-centered learning techniques, including demonstrations, samples, PowerPoints, and videos
● Devised activities related to the TEKS content relating to students’ daily life, and allowed students to work in cooperative learning groups to obtain material for assignments
● Facilitated instruction through 21st Century learning tools using multimedia
● Supervised interactive social media outlets such as Twitter and Instagram
● Created activities that show the relationship between interviewing and social skills in everyday life and how they engage and motivate students
● Interdisciplinary learning through use of literary narratives and integration of Six Word Stories
● Modified curriculum for a student’s with social skills challenges in the classroom by adapting the assignment for their skill level
● Assisted students with preparation for Yearbook and News Magazine deadlines by providing explanations of copyright infringements, layout designs, and rules of print media
● Judged UIL journalism writing contests for district 9th-12th grade students
● Tutored students before, during, and after school
● Attended various workshops for ESL training
● Judged practice meet for journalistic style writings INTERACTIVE FIELD EXPERIENCE
● Jersey Village High School; 9th -12th Grade; Journalism 1, Newspaper, Yearbook; Fall 2016 Observed Journalism 1, Newspaper, Photojournalism, and Yearbook classes to better understand students’ needs, implemented various activities and observed various classroom management techniques
● Cypress Woods High School; 9th - 12th Grade; Journalism 1, Newspaper, Yearbook, English AP, English K, PACE; Fall 2016 Gained experience on various teaching methods by observing three teachers working with students in different levels of understanding and the adaptive techniques used for differing learning abilities
● Spillane Middle School; 6th-8th Grade; English K, English I, English, and Yearbook; Fall 2016 Assisted yearbook with understanding of INDesign program and demonstrated shortcuts for different tasks needing to perform regularly
● Facilitated student TSI readiness testing for college preparedness
● District and campus websites, Facebook, and Twitter webmaster
● PSA announcements and communications to staff and parents for campus Threats TEACHING RELATED EXPERIENCE
● Teacher of Record for English I, English III, Credit Recovery, and Professional Communications
● Cheer Coach, Concession Stand Facilitator
● Substitute Teacher, Spillane Middle School; 6th-8th Grade; Fall 2016 Followed the warm-up lessons provided and assisted students with story summaries for assessment
● Substitute Teacher, Rosehill Christian School, 6th-8th Grade, Tomball, TX. Spring 2016 Implemented lesson plans in English, and Reading Guided students on the completion of various assessments, worksheets, and assignments including reading summaries and vocabulary. Executed classroom management through positive reinforcement and keeping students on task
James Avery Craftsman Cypress, TX
Retail Sales Associate November 2015 to May 2019
● Greeted customers with a smile and make them feel important and assist with jewelry selection
● Awarded customer service excellence
● Advised customers with repairs needed on their jewelry and repair damaged items
● Received and restock merchandise from the warehouse
● Soldered charms for customers as they purchase merchandise Barstool Warehouse Houston, TX
Retail Business Owner January 2004 to April 2019
● Responsible for all sales proposals, including pricing, product selection, vendor negotiation, product assembly and delivery
● Addressed retail and commercial customer questions/concerns regarding products, prices and availability in addition to creating commercial account sales presentations
● Negotiated product contract with a top commercial furniture vendor to replicate merchandise for a more cost effective product with international suppliers
● Negotiated details of contracts and payments and prepared sales contracts and order forms
● Managed revenue of $1.7 million in sales and merchandising while overseeing seven employees
● Prepared all yearly company expenditures for Business accountant as well as prepare payroll, commission and bonuses Salt Lake Tribune/Davis Clipper Centerville, UT
Freelance Writer May 2002 to January 2004
● Met with top city officials to obtain information pertinent to up-to-date stories
● Attended City Council and Planning & Zoning meetings
● Compiled material into easy to understand data from interviewee
● Met deadlines consistently for the media
Anteon Corp. Ogden, UT
Recruiter March 2000 to May 2002
● Recruited for various positions across multiple states for Aerospace, Mechanical, and Electrical Engineers within Hill AFB to work on the T37 and T38 trainers
● Contacted all job applicants to inform them of their application status as well as the duties, compensation, benefits and position descriptions.
● Conducted reference and background checks on all job applicants
● Searched social networks to find qualified candidates and maintained accurate spreadsheet of candidate tracking for existing jobs
● Partnered with hiring managers to understand hiring needs, qualifications and experience Bryan-College Station Economic Development Center Bryan, TX Executive Administrative Assistant March 1991 to May 1993
● Assisted director with scheduling city and business park tours with City officials, prospective relocating businesses and Small Business Development Center
● Worked with the Convention and Visitors Bureau to obtain inquiries about the twin cities. Contact to verify reliable and forward to director
● Prepared mass mail-outs to potential clients, as well as assemble monthly board meeting packets. Acquire locations for the meetings and attendees as well as take minutes for the meetings Moncrief, Wiley, Black Fort Worth, TX
Receptionist May 1989 to May 1990
● Fielded multi line call center for different offices within Oil & Gas and Law offices
● Transcribed accurate oil reports as received over the phone lines
● Worked as a volunteer on Mike Moncrief’s campaign for Texas State Senator of District 12 assisting with mailings and soliciting phone calls COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
National Charity League, Inc. – National Mother/Daughter philanthropic organization promoting betterment of local communities. Board Member 2013-2015 Volunteered at 21 different philanthropies for a total of 265 hours within two years PEO International – A philanthropic women’s organization that provides higher educational assistance through scholarships, grants, awards, and loans. Member since 2001 and held multiple board positions as well as presented to International Chapter members Journey to Damascus - Retreat designed to inspire, challenge, and equip the Christian Laity to witness for Christ on a daily basis. Board Member 2011-2013
Walk to Emmaus/Chrysalis - A four day retreat designed to inspire, challenge, and equip local church members for Christian action in all facets of daily life. Board Member 2000-2003, Board Member 2015 Loaves & Fishes - Catholic sponsored soup kitchen which prepares and serves over 200 meals per day to the less fortunate in our community. Volunteering first Sunday of every month since 2006 Stewart Elementary PTO - Implemented student Tech Trek to raise funds for a computer learning center. Three years in charge of donations, we raised $64K, with most of the prizes and awards donated from local and national companies PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND DEVELOPMENTS
Obtained Teaching Certification in Journalism, English, Speech, and English as a Second Language (ESL) Organized after school sessions to provide students with additional help with PhotoShop and INDesign Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, INDesign, Illustrator, TSI, Edgenuity, Achieve 3000, AVID, Publisher, LightRoom Experience in Illustrator, and IStudio for document creations for newsletters and websites Knowledgeable in PhotoShop which is mostly used for editing photos for publications for print media ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Instructed students in UIL academic events where students advanced to state level with two achieving awards
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