Michele Rankin

Michele Rankin has a diverse work experience spanning different industries and roles. Michele started their career as a Teacher Assistant at Caesar Chavez Middle School in 2005, where they conducted classes and worked with ESL students. Michele then moved on to work as an Office Manager at Gabor Architectural Design Inc., where they managed schedules, led meetings, and liaised with clients and suppliers.

In 2006, Michele worked as a Copy Center Provider at American University, where they provided document services and managed the accounting. Michele then transitioned into the education field again, becoming a Student Teacher at Bethesda Chevy Chase High School in 2008. In this role, they taught US History Honors, planned lessons, and organized a class field trip.

Michele also has international work experience, serving as an Assistant Language Teacher through the JET Program in Yunomae from 2008 to 2010. In this role, they taught English to Japanese students, developed lesson plans, and worked to improve English fluency.

Michele'smost recent work experience is at the Boston Children's Museum, where they have held various roles since 2010. Michele started as a Finance & Administration Project Associate, reviewing contracts and managing museum projects. Michele then progressed to Finance & Administration Project Manager, overseeing contracts, negotiations, and software implementations. Michele later became a Senior Project Manager and Senior Manager in the Finance & Administration department, focusing on savings and cost reductions and overseeing insurance review.

In 2019, Michele was promoted to Director of Contracts & Administration at the Boston Children's Museum, where they facilitated finance and administration duties, executed contracts, and managed risk activities. Michele further advanced to the position of Senior Director of Tenant and Museum Administration and Operations in 2022. In this role, they have direct responsibility for contract management, tenant relations, risk management, vendor management, event management, and providing support to various department units.

Overall, Michele Rankin has a strong background in contract management, administration, and finance, with a focus on risk management and cost reduction. Michele has also gained experience in education, teaching, and project management throughout their career.

From 2004 to 2008, Michele Rankin attended American University and obtained a Bachelor's degree in History & Secondary Education. Michele also earned a B.A. degree in Secondary Education and History during the same period.