Melissa Thenhaus
Falls Church
Summary
Hardworking and patient instructional assistant with experience in special education classrooms working with children from Preschool up to 5th grade. A love of children’s literature and skills in classroom organization with a friendly welcoming demeanor.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Instructional Assistant
APS, K.W.Barrett, Carlin Springs Elementary
Arlington
10.2018 - Current
- Assisted teachers in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities.
- Supported students with individual learning needs and challenges.
- Organized classroom materials and resources for effective learning.
Receptionist
Victoria Station Salon
Vienna
09.2015 - 03.2016
- Greeted and welcomed clients upon arrival at the salon.
- Managed appointment scheduling using salon software system.
- Assisted clients with inquiries about services and products offered.
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Trinity Presbyterian Preschool
Arlington
09.2009 - 06.2010
- Assisted teachers in preparing engaging lesson plans for preschool activities.
- Supervised children during playtime to ensure safety and promote social skills.
- Supported classroom management by organizing materials and maintaining cleanliness.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design
Marymount University
Arlington, VA 09.1994 - 06.1997
Skills
- Supporting students of all elementary ages in special education classrooms
- Organizing materials in classrooms and preparing instructional materials
- Collecting data from students for teachers to use when preparing IEP
- A love of Children’s Literature and a lifelong collector of children’s books
Affiliations
- I also have a love for vintage fashion and have had an eBay selling business for 23 years.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Instructional Assistant
APS, K.W.Barrett, Carlin Springs Elementary
10.2018 - Current
Receptionist
Victoria Station Salon
09.2015 - 03.2016
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Trinity Presbyterian Preschool
09.2009 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design
Marymount University
09.1994 - 06.1997