Melissa Mink, CAPM
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Credentials
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Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification
Six Sigma Global InstituteMar, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Giving and Receiving Feedback
LinkedInApr, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
Project Management InstituteMay, 2021- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Great Minds
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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700 & Above Employee
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Project Manager
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Jul 2023 - Present
Collaborate with stakeholders from multiple teams to define project scope and requirements through an iterative processWork closely with Eureka Math content leads and product manager, as well as any stakeholders in other departments, to create the workflowTranslate project workflow into tasks and milestones to create the project scheduleCreate a detailed project management plan to include a communication plan, a risk/issue log, a decision log, a staffing plan, and other project documents as requiredEnsure that all team members have the required information and resources to carry out their tasks effectivelyLead project meetings to ensure team is on track and to troubleshoot obstaclesDocument, manage, and escalate risks and issuesSubmit deliverables and ensure they adhere to quality standards and project requirementsMeasure project performance using both qualitative and quantitative dataDocument project successes and areas of improvement to carry forward to future projectsCollaborate with all members of the Program Management team Show less
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Associate Project Manager
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Oct 2021 - Jul 2023
Work closely with colleagues across multiple internal teams to plan, schedule, and support ongoing projects for Eureka Math's curriculum and implementation success teamsDefine project scope and requirements through a collaborative, iterative process before project beginsDocument workflows, tasks, milestones, and resources needed for the projectDevelop project schedule and obtain sign-off from all stakeholdersIdentify, document, and manage risksHold project kick-off meetingsManage the schedule and negotiate schedule adjustments to achieve project requirements and deadlinesProvide project updates on a consistent basis to various stakeholders about strategy, adjustments, and progressCoordinate the effort of project teams throughout all project management phasesEnsure that all team members have the required information and resources to carry out their tasks effectively Show less
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Project Coordinator
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Jan 2021 - Oct 2021
Work as a liaison between teams within Great Minds to create comprehensive project management plansProvide administrative support to project managers and leaders to keep all stages of a project moving forwardEstablish and document project timelines, tasks, resource needs, communication plans, and stakeholdersCoordinate meetings, resources, and information to keep workflow on trackCommunicate with external contract vendors about programmatic needs and logistics
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Program Associate Specialist
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Sep 2019 - Jan 2021
Implemented processes and protocols to support the overall production schedule for development of curricular materialsReviewed and submitted requests for media, as well as maintained records of the illustrations, created images, fine art, and other media used in the programCoordinated with Production Services for design work to ensure that images fulfilled the intentions of curriculum writers and were aligned with overall style guidelines
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Program Assistant
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Jun 2018 - Aug 2019
Assisted associate directors with scheduling, communications, research, proposal writing, and project managementActed as a liaison between the Eureka Math team and other departmentsPlanned national team retreat and meetingsSupported the development of curricular products, and served as the project manager for small projects
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Freelance
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Washington D.C. Metro Area
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Academic Tutor
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Oct 2016 - Present
Experience working with students of all ages, various learning styles and abilities Elementary-level Mathematics, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Biology, executive functioning, study & organizational skills Experience working with students of all ages, various learning styles and abilities Elementary-level Mathematics, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Biology, executive functioning, study & organizational skills
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Montgomery County Public Schools
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Classroom Teacher
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Jul 2015 - Jun 2018
Effectively developed differentiated instruction aligned with Common Core state standards for students in second and third grade Utilized data from formal and informal assessments to analyze student growth and promote students’ social and emotional development Effectively developed differentiated instruction aligned with Common Core state standards for students in second and third grade Utilized data from formal and informal assessments to analyze student growth and promote students’ social and emotional development
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Montgomery College
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Teaching Assistant
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Jun 2016 - Aug 2017
Created and instructed lessons for incoming freshmen to ease transition from high school Advised students on time management, study skills, course planning/scheduling, and accessible campus resources Graded and provided feedback for all course assignments Created and instructed lessons for incoming freshmen to ease transition from high school Advised students on time management, study skills, course planning/scheduling, and accessible campus resources Graded and provided feedback for all course assignments
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Camps Airy & Louise
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Counselor
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Jun 2011 - Aug 2015
Managed and planned activities, facilitated social skills for various age groups of campers Managed and planned activities, facilitated social skills for various age groups of campers
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American Home Contractors
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United States
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Construction
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1 - 100 Employee
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Administrative Assistant
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2014 - 2015
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RJ Bentley's
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United States
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Food and Beverage Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Waitress
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Oct 2012 - Oct 2014
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Sigma Delta Tau
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United States
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Non-profit Organization Management
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200 - 300 Employee
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Vice President of External and Social Affairs
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May 2013 - May 2014
Organized monthly events, managed budget, booked venues, coordinated transportation Organized monthly events, managed budget, booked venues, coordinated transportation
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Merriweather Post Pavilion
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United States
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Wellness and Fitness Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Event Staff
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2009 - 2014
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Education
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University of Maryland College Park
Bachelor of Science - BS, Early Childhood Education and Teaching -
University of Maryland
Minor, Human Development