Melissa Hamilton

Experience

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  Kaukapakapa School

  Jan 2007 - Dec 2009

  Teacher

  In this role, I was responsible to run and manage 30+ students, develop plans and implement curriculum, create and administer lesson plans and education programs. A couple of my successes in this position include:► I completed my teacher training and became a registered teacher.► I became the Vice President of the netball committee.SKILLS: Management, Planning, Reporting and Tracking, Communication, Administration

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  Metropolitan International School

  Aug 2010 - Jul 2013

  Metropolitan International School; Elementary School Principal

  I was hand-picked to take over the principal role at Metropolitan International School, a trilingual immersion school in Germany, at age 28 following the previous principal’s sudden departure a month after the start of school. While in this position, I oversaw the school’s administration, including conducting staff orientations, training and managing staffing, and leading meetings with parents and staff. A couple of my successes in this position include:► I developed and implemented a schoolwide program/system that reinforced positive behavior by encouraging community building and recognizing students’ achievements and responsible behaviors/efforts. This motivated older students to form groups to devise ways to improve the school. The system runs at the school to this day.► I learned German to effectively communicate with parents despite initially having no German-speaking experience. This enabled me to understand and forge positive relationships with my students’ parents.SKILLS: Administration, Staff Orientations, Training, Program Development, Team Supervision Show less

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  Malibu Family

  Aug 2013 - Dec 2019

  Private UHNW Family; Scheduler/ Traveling Teacher/ Nanny

  In this position, I oversaw logistics, created agendas and itineraries, and coordinated meetings catering to the client’s personal and professional needs. In addition, I provided world-class concierge services. I also delivered high-quality lessons as part of MUSE Global Schools. I developed a manual including job descriptions for seven household staff while in this role. Regular Nanny/Educator responsibilities included childcare, tutoring and overnight care. Organization, restocking and light house keeping duties were also a responsibility I shared with the team. A couple of my successes in this position include:► I spearheaded travel planning for five events across global time zones in six months.► I was promoted from a Traveling Teacher (2013-2017) to a full-time Scheduler (2018-2020) after volunteering to support team projects and being acknowledged for my organization, attention to detail, and positive attitude. SKILLS: Teaching, Project Support, Detail Oriented, Logistics, Meeting Coordination Show less

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  Lightstorm Entertainment

  Aug 2013 - Aug 2017

  Traveling Teacher.

  Traveling Teacher • Prepare lesson plans • • Incorporate MUSE school philosophy and curriculum while integrating current location learning opportunities into daily lessons • Create and implement individual learning plans for each student focusing on their strengths and weaknesses and areas of growth • Instruct the students individually and together where appropriate • Administer and evaluate examinations • Evaluate and modify behavior as necessary • Teaching and modeling self-efficacy, sustainability, persistence, openness, resourcefulness, and the importance of resilience and maintaining a positive attitude. • Developing the children’s independence • Encouraging imagination • Establish relationship with each child • Attend extra curricular activities • Prepare and provide progress reports to the parents and MUSE School • Walking with the children • Liaison with the children’s school and teachers during the school year • Communicate effectively with MUSE School and specialist teachers to stay insync with the school curriculum and allow smooth reintegration • After school tutoring/homework help • Organizing and managing field trips, campouts, concerts, theater, museums and exhibitions. • Travelling with the children and ensuring all travel arrangements. • Homeschooling Grades 1 - 8 • Supporting the children’s psychological and social development • Managing additional education processes and free time activities Show less

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  Private Family

  Aug 2020 - Dec 2022

  Private UHNW Family Family Assistant/Education Specialist/Nanny

  In this job role, I managed the client’s family schedule and maintained a family activity folder containing medical records as well as seasonal and school schedules. While in this role, I demonstrated a professional demeanor, a customer service focus, accuracy, and attention to detail. Homeschooling: I created a classroom and home schooled 3 children aged 3, 7 and 9 and their friends. Providing a daily schedule which included a balance of child centered learning, physical activity and social interaction. Regular Nanny duties involved childcare, packing, meals and bedtime routines. A couple of my successes in this position include:► I successfully redesigned rooms in the client’s home to suit the family’s changing needs.► I was recognized for effectively decluttering the family’s space while simultaneously acknowledging the children’s artistic skills by photographing/scanning and printing their artwork into books and displaying them on each child’s bookshelf.SKILLS: Schedule Management, Organization, Record Management, Customer Service, Accuracy, Patience, Time Management, Communication, Interpersonal Skills Show less

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  PRIVATE INDIVIDUAL

  Jan 2023 - now

  Private UHNW CEO; Executive Assistant

  In this role, I provide administrative and personal support to the CEO. As part of this process, I maintain the CEO’s calendar of business and personal obligations. I also plan birthdays, holidays, and special occasions. While in this role, I additionally ship essential items to New Zealand and throughout the USA, including furniture, a horse, medication, and food. A couple of my successes in this position include:► I have managed all travel arrangements (car service, flights, greeters, hotels, and security) with zero issues.► I garnered praise from the CEO and guests for seamlessly planning and orchestrating a week-long reunion in California with 35 people from Oklahoma and Oregon. As part of this process, I planned and oversaw accommodation, activities, car services, cleanup after the event, catering, decoration, location preparation, rental vehicles, staff management, and travel.SKILLS: Travel Management, Event Planning, Administrative Support, Calendar Management, Staff Management Show less