Monica Opoulos
Isle of Palms
Summary
Dynamic leader and community advocate excelling in innovative problem resolution and collaborative team engagement. Expert in photography and videography, significantly enhancing educational and environmental awareness. Demonstrated excellence in fostering inclusive environments and promoting sustainable living, with a strong focus on achieving impactful community engagement and professional development.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Green Heart Project
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Maintained a beautiful and operational garden to raise awareness about healthy food and how to grow vegetables.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running classes by helping with organization and planning.
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
- Enhanced educational opportunities by volunteering as teaching assistant in underprivileged areas.
- Raised awareness about environmental issues through educational workshops.
- Encouraged community gardening efforts to promote sustainable living.
- Educated young people about strategies for driving discussions and promoting social changes.
Volunteer
Meeting Street Academy
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Promoted positive behavior through role modeling and reinforcement of appropriate conduct during mentoring sessions.
- Built strong relationships with mentees, fostering trust and open communication.
- Implemented creative problem-solving techniques during mentoring sessions, cultivating critical thinking abilities in mentees.
- Coordinated with other mentors to share best practices and resources for enhancing the program's effectiveness.
- Supervised my student during mealtimes and other activities to maintain safety and discipline.
- Enhanced mentee's self-esteem by providing consistent support and encouragement.
Library Volunteer
Sullivans Island Elementary School
09.2014 - 06.2016
- Conducted circulation and shelving duties, maintaining orderly, organized displays.
- Greeted visitors, answered questions, and made book recommendations across subjects and genres.
- Located books, magazines and other materials quickly according to patron requests.
- Supported community outreach efforts by assisting in the planning and execution of library events and programs.
- Assisted with the training and orientation of new library volunteers, serving as a resource for questions and providing guidance on best practices.
- Facilitated a welcoming atmosphere for all visitors, addressing any concerns or issues promptly and professionally.
Preschool Director
06.2001 - 06.2008
- Supervised teaching staff and resolved issues.
- Maintained compliance with state licensing regulations through diligent record keeping and routine inspections preparation.
- Collaborated with staff to create an inclusive environment, accommodating diverse learning needs.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring efficient scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation for optimal program performance.
- Hired and trained new preschool employees.
- Oversaw interview and hiring process of classroom personnel for selection of high-quality teachers and staff.
- Led staff training sessions on early childhood education best practices, enhancing overall teaching quality.
- Conducted staff evaluations and provided constructive feedback, fostering professional growth and development.
- Provided training and professional development for teachers.
- Enhanced preschool curriculum by incorporating hands-on activities and cooperative learning projects.
- Fostered ongoing professional development opportunities for staff members by arranging guest speakers or sending employees to relevant conferences.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
Teacher
Benjamin Franklin International School
06.2000 - 06.2002
- Created a positive classroom atmosphere with routines and structure that promote security and confidence.
- Encouraged creativity with art projects and music activities that stimulate imagination and self-expression.
- Organized hands-on learning experiences to encourage curiosity and exploration in young children.
- Enhanced language skills with storytelling sessions and vocabulary-building games.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Organized special events like field trips, holiday celebrations, or guest speakers to enhance the educational experience for students while building a sense of community within the classroom.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving skills with specially designed activities and games.
- Developed diverse curriculum to cater to different learning styles, improving educational outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Early Childhood Education
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NCMaster of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Greensboro, NCSkills
- Positive attitude
- Collaborative Team Engagement
- Innovative Problem Resolution
- Strong Leadership Attributes
- Community engagement
- Photography and Videography Expertise
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Volunteer
Green Heart Project
01.2024 - 06.2024
Volunteer
Meeting Street Academy
01.2023 - 01.2024
Library Volunteer
Sullivans Island Elementary School
09.2014 - 06.2016
Preschool Director
06.2001 - 06.2008
Teacher
Benjamin Franklin International School
06.2000 - 06.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Early Childhood Education
North Carolina State University
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
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