Michael MElls

Michael D. Mells

**** *********** *** ****** *******, GA 30127 678-***-**** *******@*****.***

TARGETING ENTRY LEVEL HUMAN SERVICES OPPORTUNITIES

Dedicated professional eager to leverage seven years of leadership and volunteer work experience to secure a successful entry level elementary teacher position. Professional whom is self-driven and motivated to resume full-time teaching career to inspire the youth (currently a Junior Human Services at Kennesaw State University of Kennesaw, Georgia). Offer a proven track record of commended performance mentoring students grades K-9, with a passion for education and an unwavering commitment to optimizing student and school success.

Core Competencies

• Creative Lesson Planning

• Curriculum Development

• Classroom Management & Discipline

• Remarkable ability to Coordinate Projects and Programs

• Outstanding ability to organize, maintain records and evaluate results • Experiential Learning

• Special Needs Students

• Strong communication, problem solving, priority setting skills

• Excellent public relations and customer care skills

• Skilled in managing young children and diverse populations

Experience

CHILDTIME LEARNING CETNER- Lilburn, GA- Learning Care Group Corporation

o Lead Teacher July 2011 to Present

o Guide and mentor fellow Assistant Teachers. Enjoy the freedom to create magical learning experiences to shape the future of every child in our program. Ensure the daily care of every child by offering a loving and nurturing environment. Collaborate with parents to achieve success for their children’s future. Maintain a fun and interactive learning atmosphere. Use expertise and knowledge to comply with state licensing requirements. Positively impact the lives of children and families. The ability to demonstrate an understanding of all current state and local regulations. Possess critical thinking and problem solving skills. Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans. Excellent customer service skills and the ability to bond with children, management and parents.

TARGET CORP. Norcross, GA American Retailing Company

o Guest Service Team Member June 2010 to October 2011

Offer fast, fun and friendly service to guests by responding quickly to their needs, questions or issues, plus ring up transactions and handle other responsibilities; such as, set new merchandise displays, requesting or creating signs and labels when necessary and driving sales by ensuring that shelves are well stocked service, plus keep the sales floor clean, organized and well stocked

IMPACT FOUNDATION. Morrow, GA Clayton State University Student Organization

o Program Director, February 2009 to June 2010

Assisted in designing and implementing professional development. Collaborated with teachers to complete and interpret ongoing child progress monitoring data. Supported the administrators guiding them with Technical Assistance Plans. Maintained timely written and oral communications with all departments. Ensured to implement applicable policies, procedures, and project requirements. Ensured that quality services are provided to school, teachers, and children.

BURGER KING CORP. Calhoun, GA A Global Chain Of Fast Food Restaurants

o Lead Cashier, May 2007 to June 2008

Responsible for completing sales transactions within the establishment and performing other support functions which may include cleaning the food, display and/or stock areas and assisting with stocking activities.

SOUTHEASTERN GEORGIA MEDICAL CENTER¬ Brunswick, GA A Research Hospital

o Volunteer Caregiver, March 2004- December 2006

Serve as a primary caregiver to children of the Child Life Department: Inpatient Playroom. As a Volunteer, I have interacted with patients, siblings, and families in the playroom and at the bedside, to provide opportunities for developmentally appropriate play and socialization, to minimize the impact of hospitalization.

Education & Credentials

CPR & Fire Safety Certified December 2011

KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY Kennesaw, GA

B.S. in Human Services Minor in Urban Studies, Spring 2013. (GPA: 3.0)

MCINTOSH COUNTY ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Darien, GA

High School Diploma, 2008 (GPA: 3.87)

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