Michelle Bryant
Portsmouth
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in educational settings. Expert in implementing restorative justice practices and individualized plans, enhancing student engagement and academic achievement while collaborating effectively with staff and administrators.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
In School Suspension Coordinator
Chesapeake Public School
Chesapeake, VA
01.2026 - Current
- Oversee students in a "no fun" or highly structured environment. Implement school disciplinary policies and foster a respectful environment, often utilizing restorative justice practices.
- Manages the school's suspension room
- Provides a structured, supervised , and academic-focused environment for students.
- Work with administrators to develop individualized plans to improve student behavior and facilitate behavioral reflections.
- Ensure students follow all school rules, escort them to lunch/breaks, and maintain safety.
- Act as a liaison between teachers and students, ensuring students complete class assignments and stay on track academically.
Sales Associate
Bath and Body Works, Limited Brands
Chesapeake, VA
10.2021 - Current
- Delivered exceptional customer service, enhancing in-store shopping experiences.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring product availability and organization.
- Educated customers on product features and benefits to drive sales.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales goals and maintain store presentation.
- Implemented visual merchandising strategies to improve product visibility and appeal.
- Trained new associates on operational procedures and customer engagement techniques.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Chesapeake Public School
Chesapeake, VA
08.2018 - Current
- Supported individualized education plans by assisting students with daily tasks and academic activities.
- Collaborated with teachers to modify instructional materials for diverse learning needs.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to foster positive classroom environments.
- Assisted in the monitoring of student progress, ensuring adherence to educational goals.
Autism Teacher Assisstant
Portsmouth Public Schools
Portsmouth, VA
09.2017 - 06.2018
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting respect, empathy, and collaboration among all students regardless of ability level or background.
- Collaborated with other educators and support staff to create a cohesive and inclusive learning environment, ensuring all students received appropriate accommodations.
- Developed strong relationships with students by understanding their individual interests and creating engaging lesson plans that catered to those interests while still meeting academic objectives.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to autism education, applying new knowledge and techniques in the classroom setting.
- Assisted classroom teacher with maintaining progress levels and helping with physical, emotional and social growth.
Education
No Degree - Journalism
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VABachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Tidewater Community College
Virginia Beach, VAHigh School Diploma -
I.C. Norcom High School
Portsmouth, VA06-1988
Skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Data entry
- Decision-making
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Relationship building
- MS office
- Discretion and confidentiality
- Document management
- Recordkeeping
- Process improvement
- Strategic planning
Accomplishments
I was a Customer Service Training Coordinator/Trainer for 6 years. i was named Paraprofessional of the Year. I am strong in assisting and providing information to customers in an attentive, courteous and friendly manner. I am strong with office equipment (PC/Fax/Multi line Phone/Photo Copier/Excel/WP)
Affiliations
I am part of two community based organizations. I have been a member of the Order of Eastern for 13 years at which I have held a President/Secretary/Treasurer position. We are related to the Fraternal Order of the Masons at which we are based on servicing the community. I am also a member of The National Drifters, Inc., which is a social group that concentrates on Senior Citizens, Education and Social contributions.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
In School Suspension Coordinator
Chesapeake Public School
01.2026 - Current
Sales Associate
Bath and Body Works, Limited Brands
10.2021 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Chesapeake Public School
08.2018 - Current
Autism Teacher Assisstant
Portsmouth Public Schools
09.2017 - 06.2018
No Degree - Journalism
Norfolk State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Tidewater Community College
High School Diploma -
I.C. Norcom High School