Theresa Melito-Conners, Phd (Dr. Mc) Email & Phone Number

Saugus, Ma, Us

Saugus, Massachusetts, United States

 Design and implement professional development workshops on critical mental health, traumarecovery, equity, and well-being topics totaling 300+ presentations. Approved Professional Development Provider creating courses for educator licensure. Create a mental health curriculum for K-12 students aligned with state and federal standards. Employ strong client management abilities to retain high-value clients successfully. Establish strategic business objectives and develop… Show more  Design and implement professional development workshops on critical mental health, traumarecovery, equity, and well-being topics totaling 300+ presentations. Approved Professional Development Provider creating courses for educator licensure. Create a mental health curriculum for K-12 students aligned with state and federal standards. Employ strong client management abilities to retain high-value clients successfully. Establish strategic business objectives and develop business goals that lead to successfulmarket penetration and increased brand recognition and trust. Apply expert knowledge of business strategy to streamline operations, including efficientbudget management. Continually assess evolving market trends and adjust company focus to meet business needs. Implement innovative strategies in delivering professional services, leading to significantbusiness growth, quality service, client satisfaction, and revenue generation. Manage all aspects of the sales process, including customer relationship development,negotiation, contracts, and closing deals. Host and produce biweekly podcast reaching 6,000+ downloads. Create topical content across social media platforms for routine engagement of 5,000+ followers. Contribute to various written publications. Show less

• Develop and present high-quality presentations, workshops, keynote speeches, and more to various schools and organizations across the region and nation.• Full list of speaking engagement available upon request

Melrose, Massachusetts

 Exhibit strong intellectual ability and sound judgement in managing a diverse caseload of 100+students in a range of public and private special education placements. Implement rigorous due diligence procedures, ensuring compliance and consistency with stateand federal special education laws. Supervise and evaluate a team of special education teachers, paraprofessionals, and relatedservice providers incorporating performance management standards, strong leading… Show more  Exhibit strong intellectual ability and sound judgement in managing a diverse caseload of 100+students in a range of public and private special education placements. Implement rigorous due diligence procedures, ensuring compliance and consistency with stateand federal special education laws. Supervise and evaluate a team of special education teachers, paraprofessionals, and relatedservice providers incorporating performance management standards, strong leading peopleskills, and effective coaching. Establish a culture of timeliness and efficiency in accordance with mandated timelines. Demonstrate strong employee relations by effectively resolving conflicts and promoting opencommunication among teams. Establish a culture of honesty and transparency, promoting trust and collaboration. Serve as the primary point of contact among stakeholders, including caregivers, advocates, stateagencies, collaterals, and placements. Oversee learning development strategies to foster growth and increase overall productivity. Implement a functional leadership approach to implementing robust people strategies tocultivate a high-performing team culture, increase accountability, and drive growth. Utilize a data-driven system to identify key growth opportunities for student outcomes and usingcomprehensive information systems. Create and present district-wide professional development workshops to support skilldevelopment and a focus on building strong human capital. Exhibit exceptional flexibility in allocating resources and managing teams. Serve as a member of the district leadership team supporting initiatives and organizationalchange. Implement innovative talent strategy initiatives and strategic workforce planning to attract andretain school staff using HR technology. Show less

Wakefield, Ma

 Analyzed and communicated ongoing education trends and regulatory matters for members, ensuring compliance with various laws and regulations. Successfully implemented digital tools to optimize educator performance assessment andstudent outcomes, including collaborating on a multi-state longitudinal study. Hosted professional development workshops on program procedures, licensure, regulations,evidence-based initiatives, and best practices. Designed the content for the… Show more  Analyzed and communicated ongoing education trends and regulatory matters for members, ensuring compliance with various laws and regulations. Successfully implemented digital tools to optimize educator performance assessment andstudent outcomes, including collaborating on a multi-state longitudinal study. Hosted professional development workshops on program procedures, licensure, regulations,evidence-based initiatives, and best practices. Designed the content for the annual 1200+ attendee conference and facilitated the logistics ofthe attendee experience, which led to a significant increase in revenue. Managed state and federal grant opportunities and project-based grants. Staff liaison Annual Conference Committee, Student Outcomes Committee, and Evidence-BasedPractice Committee. Utilized advanced listening techniques during board meetings and staff briefings to effectivelycomprehend and address concerns. Utilized a data-driven approach to identify key growth opportunities, leading to the successfullaunch of new products, such as the creation of MAAPS U (University). Supported various aspects of the executive search to identify and attract top-tier talent for theorganization. Show less

Watertown, Ma

 Developed IEP goals and transition plans for students with disabilities, guiding post-secondaryplanning with high standards for success. Built trust and rapport with a diverse caseload of students and staff. Designed and implemented the Developmental Guidance Curriculum. Created and maintained the master schedule for school operations leveraging exceptionalorganizational abilities. Proctored standardized tests with accommodations. Executed strategies to… Show more  Developed IEP goals and transition plans for students with disabilities, guiding post-secondaryplanning with high standards for success. Built trust and rapport with a diverse caseload of students and staff. Designed and implemented the Developmental Guidance Curriculum. Created and maintained the master schedule for school operations leveraging exceptionalorganizational abilities. Proctored standardized tests with accommodations. Executed strategies to achieve unprecedented outcomes for the students. Founded a Job-Alike group for effective collaboration, partnerships, and support. Started a student dance team and arranged performance opportunities. Coordinated field trips to foster career development. Created work study/internship opportunities and mini-college fairs for students. Show less

 Recruited Boston-based students to attend integrated public schools and supported the district’sstrategic planning and diversity initiatives. Coordinated events that valued diversity, such as the Black College Tour, Youth Conference, andMETCO Lobby Day. Counseled students. Organized, created, and maintained a district-wide database for METCO student records.

• Provided excellent customer service to the patrons of Starbucks and crafted delicious beverages.

Lowell, Ma

• Provided services to annual attendance of over 40,000 patrons.• Led, supervised, hired, trained, and scheduled Box Office Staff. • Reconciled and reported earned revenue statistics of $1.3M+ per year.

• Exceed all sales goals and expectations set forth by the company by consistently being the Regional Top Selling Associate.• Exhibit outstanding customer service skills achieved through enhanced product knowledge, selling standards and state of the art technology.• Exemplify highest loss prevention procedures to maintain security of inventory and achieve maximum profit.

Doctor Of Philosophy (Phd), Educational Leadership And Administration, General

M.Ed., School Counseling

Activities and Societies: Pi Lambda Theta Honors Society, inducted in 201, Massachusetts School Counselors Association, Northeast.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Theatre Studies, Cum Laude