Public Schools Literacy Tutor
Resume:
Melissa Huang
OBJECTIVE
My primary objective is to
provide and foster an effective
learning and nurturing
environment for elementary-
aged children. I am committed
to tailoring a structured learning
program to promote subject
comprehension and academic
growth. Eager to utilize strong
communication skills and
educational background to
contribute to the success of
students and empower them to
reach their full potential.
REFERENCES
Available upon request.
ADDRESS
12153 Jonathons Glen Way
Herndon, VA 20170
PHONE
*********@*****.***
WEBSITE
HTTPS://CELEBRATEFAI RFAX.ORG/
EXPERIENCE
MARCH 2025-PRESENT
Private Tutor, Grade Potential Tutoring
Key responsibilities: Create and implement age-appropriate lesson plans for individual’s needs. Areas of expertise is Reading and Math. SEPT 2022- PRESENT
Preschool Teacher; King’s Kids Preschool, Great Falls, VA Key responsibilities: Create and implement age-appropriate lesson plans, fostering a safe and nurturing environment for young children. Promote social and cognitive development through various activities, teaching basic skills such as letters, numbers, colors, and life skills. Communicating with parents about their child’s development and behavior.
JUNE 1999– DECEMBER 2024
Insurance Agent; Georgetown Insurance Group, Washington, DC Key responsibilities: Selling insurance policies to individuals and businesses. Providing information and advice on various insurance options, assessing clients’ needs and recommending suitable coverage, processing policy applications, renewals, and claims. Maintaining relationships with clients to ensure their insurance needs are met.
SEPT 2019 – JUNE 2021
After-School Instructor/Online Instructor; SPARK Business Academy Key responsibilities: Provided after-school program for elementary-aged children in financial literacy and marketing. I facilitated hands-on learning experiences related to business, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and marketing. I developed programs to help children promote essential skills, and critical thinking abilities, and promote a strong understanding of business concepts.
JUNE 2000-APRIL 2006
Therapeutic Recreation Director & Volunteer Coordinator; Fairfax County Health Department-Adult Day Health Care
Key responsibilities: Responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations at the adult day health care site, including participant oversight, staff supervision, and behavioral support. I planned and facilitated daily therapeutic activities, ensuring participants' physical, emotional, and social well-being. I created programs that improves participants' cognitive functioning through activities. EDUCATION
• Virginia Commonwealth University; Richmond, Virginia Bachelor’s degree in Psychology
• Springfield College, Springfield, Massachusetts
Master’s degree in Education- specialized in Therapeutic Recreation Management
• IMSE- Institute for Multisensory-Sensory Education Certified Orton-Gillingham Plus Instructor; a literacy program to effectively teach students with dyslexia and support English learners ensuring equitable access to effective literacy instruction.
LEADERSHIP/VOLUNTEER
• Architectural Board Member; Grand Hamptons II; October 2021- Present
• Social Committee; Grand Hamptons II; October 2019- Present
• Board Director of Celebrate Fairfax; December 2022- September 2024.
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