Abigail Reardon
East Lansing,MI
Summary
Goal-oriented teaching assistant, caring for students of different learning levels and backgrounds. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or teacher wellbeing with timely support. Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Michigan State University
08.2023 - Current
- Mentored students through office hours and one-on-one communication.
- Documented attendance and completed assignments to maintain full class and student records.
- Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards.
- Taught intro and intermediate college-level courses for over 100 students.
- Worked with teachers in evaluating student progress, needs and gains.
- Coordinated homework and assignments for absent students.
- Advised and mentored students on navigating academic and professional goals with support and guidance.
- Offered office hours and one-on-one meetings with students to provide additional support and guidance to students.
- Developed and graded exams and assessments to evaluate student learning and provide feedback on performance.
Teaching Assistant
Little Tots
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Supported classroom activities.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
Teaching Assistant
St. Michael's Lutheran School
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Supported classroom activities.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
Education
Master of Science - Human Development And Family Studies
Michigan State University
East Lansing, United States05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Michigan - Dearborn
Dearborn, MI04.2022
Skills
- Student Assessments
- Special Education Support
- Discussion Facilitation
- Classroom Support
- Assignment Grading
- Behavior Management
- Relationship Building
- CPR and First Aid
- Teacher Support and Collaboration
- Positive Attitude
- Self-Directed
Certification
- Infant Mental Health, MI-AIMH
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
Michigan State University
08.2023 - Current
Teaching Assistant
Little Tots
09.2022 - 06.2023
Teaching Assistant
St. Michael's Lutheran School
08.2020 - 06.2021
Master of Science - Human Development And Family Studies
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Michigan - Dearborn