Dynamic Educator, skilled in curriculum planning and Individualized Education Plans. I have successfully enhanced instructional materials for students to learn best, fostering growth. I have the ability to implement strategies and facilitate differentiated learning, resulting in improved educational outcomes and a collaborative learning environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Adult Education Coordinator
Damascus Friends Church
08.2012 - 07.2015
Enhanced curriculum quality by collaborating with teachers and Pastors to review, revise, and implement new instructional materials for small group access.
Provided ongoing support for small group leaders through regular check-ins, feedback sessions tailored to their unique needs.
Mentored new small group leaders through orientation programs and ongoing guidance to promote group growth within the DFC.
Instructional Assistant
Summit Academy Canton Elementary
08.2010 - 06.2012
Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, enabling them to achieve academic success.
Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
Facilitated small group instruction sessions based on specific skill sets or subject matter, boosting overall student achievement levels.
Created and implemented behavior plans for individual students to help them be successful in the classroom.
Assisted teachers in developing differentiated instructional strategies, resulting in improved student outcomes.
Instructional Assistant
Summit Academy Akron Secondary School
08.2008 - 06.2010
Contributed to a positive and collaborative school culture by actively participating in staff meetings, committees, and professional learning communities.
Assisted teachers in developing differentiated instructional strategies, resulting in improved student outcomes.
Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing multimedia resources and interactive activities in lesson plans.
Assisted in collecting and analyzing data from various assessments to identify trends that informed future instruction planning.
Collaborated with classroom teachers to design engaging lessons that aligned with state standards and curriculum objectives.
Provided feedback on student work samples allowing teachers to better understand strengths and areas for improvement.
Provided performance feedback to help students understand strengths and areas for improvement.
Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child''s academic performance and any areas requiring additional support or intervention.
Supervised extracurricular activities to provide students with opportunities to explore interests and develop new skills.
Participated in parent-teacher conferences, offering insights and suggestions to support student success at home and school.
Increased student participation by incorporating hands-on learning experiences into lesson plans.
Education
Bachelor's of General Studies - Intervention Specialist Mild/Moderate Disabilities
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH
05-2008
Skills
Recruitment strategies
Training facilitation
Staff training
Curriculum planning
Timeline
Adult Education Coordinator
Damascus Friends Church
08.2012 - 07.2015
Instructional Assistant
Summit Academy Canton Elementary
08.2010 - 06.2012
Instructional Assistant
Summit Academy Akron Secondary School
08.2008 - 06.2010
Bachelor's of General Studies - Intervention Specialist Mild/Moderate Disabilities