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Melissa Ford

Melissa Ford

Holsworthy

Summary

I am an extremely outgoing, enthusiastic and thoughtful person and this comes across in my communication skills. I easily learn new skills and enjoy learning, this helps me adapt to new situations. I consider myself to be a good person, which allows me to build my relationship with my colleagues and customers. I have a great passion for traveling and helping others. I am open to new challenges and indulging in different cultures.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Director

Paris American Academy ( Fashion & Art Academy )
Paris
02.2023 - 08.2023
  • Handled incoming and outgoing mail, email and faxes.
  • Prepared and maintained personnel reports and records for officials and agencies.
  • Managed staff calendars and coordinated travel, meeting and hotel accommodations.
  • Maintained student transfer requests and withdrawal approval files.
  • Managed multiple calendars, expense reports, reimbursements and meeting preparation.

Caregiver

France Lamagnere
Paris
09.2018 - 08.2023
  • Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
  • Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
  • Helped with homework, studying and reading to enhance learning.

Assistant English Teacher

Montessori Small World School
Paris
09.2022 - 12.2022
  • Followed Montessori guidelines, integrating the curriculum into everyday classes.
  • Attended training to gain experience in the Montessori education model.
  • Achieved in building and maintaining a trusted relationship with the children which encouraged positive learning.

Part Time Child Caregiver

Claudine and Olivier Kindergarten, Paris
Paris
09.2021 - 03.2022
  • Offered students personalised educational, behavioral and emotional support.
  • Maintained focused, inclusive and supportive learning environments.
  • Completed documentation on student behaviors, interventions and results.

Library Volunteer

American Library
Paris
10.2018 - 08.2019
  • Upheld a strict reglementation regarding library policies, practices and procedures.
  • Proactive in answering questions from patrons in person and via telephone.
  • Worked alongside library staff to classify books and organise collections.

Au Pair, Italy

Elena Salsi
Pisa
01.2017 - 08.2018
  • Observed and monitored 2 children to identify developmental strengths and target enrichment activities.
  • Immersed myself in the culture and the language, taking part in weekly Italian classes.
  • Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments while accounting for dietary needs and restrictions.

English Teaching Internship, China

ImmerQi
Dongguan
08.2016 - 01.2017
  • Provided English lesson plans for 5 different classes with up to 30 children in each class.
  • Instructed accent pronunciation, focusing on phonetics and phonics.
  • Adapted pedagogy based on the learner, skill level and cultural background.

Teaching Volunteer, India

Nindad Sharma, IDEX
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Supported women in unfortunate situations and taught them about women empowerment, succeeding in bringing women in communities together.
  • Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
  • Immersed myself in the culture and instructed education to deprived children.

Sales Adviser

White Stuff
Exeter
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Managed the shop and maintained an exceptional standard of customer service.
  • Responsible for the opening and closing of the store.
  • Conducted morning meetings and provided instructional guidance to the team.

Education

Performing Arts Level 3 Diploma

Exeter College
Exeter, Devon, UK
06.2013

Holsworthy Community College
Holsworthy, Devon

Skills

Communication, Time management, Leadership, Adaptability, Creativity, Teamwork

Languages:

English - Native

French - B2

Italian - A2

Qualifications

  • TEFL

Interests

Photography, Art, Hiking, Volunteering, Child psychology, Travel

Timeline

Assistant Director

Paris American Academy ( Fashion & Art Academy )
02.2023 - 08.2023

Assistant English Teacher

Montessori Small World School
09.2022 - 12.2022

Part Time Child Caregiver

Claudine and Olivier Kindergarten, Paris
09.2021 - 03.2022

Library Volunteer

American Library
10.2018 - 08.2019

Caregiver

France Lamagnere
09.2018 - 08.2023

Au Pair, Italy

Elena Salsi
01.2017 - 08.2018

English Teaching Internship, China

ImmerQi
08.2016 - 01.2017

Teaching Volunteer, India

Nindad Sharma, IDEX
01.2015 - 01.2016

Sales Adviser

White Stuff
01.2013 - 01.2015

Performing Arts Level 3 Diploma

Exeter College

Holsworthy Community College
Melissa Ford