Melissa Graduate
Current Address mgraduate@gmail.com Permanent Address
100 University Blvd 504 Chimney Circle
Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Middletown, VA 22645
(540) 671-6534 (540) 869-3718
SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCES
Worked with Early Childhood Special Education students for 3 semesters, specialized in behavior modification.
Five years experience working with children ages 3 months – 17 years old in and out of established school settings.
Initiated, planned, and implemented three large scale program/ events.
Proficient in all Microsoft programs, research techniques, and CPR certified.
EDUCATION
Bachelors of Science in Psychology, University of Mary Washington, Fredericksburg, Virginia May 20??
Relevant courses: Developmental Psychology: Infant & Child, Fundamentals of Learning & Motivation, Psychology of Exceptional
Children and Youth, and Applied Behavioral Analysis
Computer skills: Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, Internet
Research project: Completed a 20-page research paper using print, video, personal interviews, and internet sources. Analyzed
findings and articulated results that confirmed initial hypothesis. Presented and defended findings in front of 32 peers.
Developed and implemented an in-class activity to highlight the significance of the findings. Awarded: A-
EXPERIENCE
Early Childhood Special Education, Stafford Public Schools, Stafford, Virginia
Practicum Student; January 20?? to present
Worked within a special education classroom with children ages 3 & 4
Experience with Downs Syndrome, physical disabilities, speech delayments, behavioral problems, motor delays, and social problems
Organized Parent’s Day: managed budget, ordered food, invited parents, alerted school officials
Office of Youth, Woodbridge, Virginia
Intern; February 20?? to May 20??
Facilitated on-on-one relationships with 11 children by leading activities, mentoring, and creating one targeted program
Participated in the Prince William County 5
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Annual Teen Summit: initially contacted businesses for prize donations; assisted in set up and
clean up
Lady Bug Day Care, Manassas, Virginia
Teacher Aide (full-time); June 20?? to August 20??
Worked with children ages 3 months to 12 years of age and obtained CPR certification for age group
Developed relationships with parents when discussing child’s behavior and learning aptitude
Assisted in Events Day, a fun filled day where children are engaged in preplanned activities inside and outside
Substitute Teacher, (part-time while full-time student); May 20?? to August 20??
Supervised and engaged children ages 3 months to 5 years old
Created and implemented art activities for students once a week
ACTIVITIES
Violin musician, Community Symphony Orchestra Fall 20?? – present
Vice President, Hall Council, UMW Spring 20??
Orientation Leader, UMW Fall 20??
Member, Women’s Rugby, UMW Fall 20??-20??
Hall Representative, Hall Council, UMW Spring 20??