Agnes Owusu-Gyakari
New Carrollton,MD
Summary
Detail-oriented and highly organized professional with a degree in Early Childhood Education and Human Sciences, seeking to transition into a paralegal role. Eager to leverage strong research, communication and organizational skills to support legal teams and contribute to efficient case management.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Lead Teacher
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
07.2021 - Current
- Assisted in managing Office and classroom tasks, including filing, data entry and correspondence.
- Concluded research and compiled information for educational reports and presentations for parents.
- Provided excellent customer service to parents, coworkers and visitors.
- Provided open and loving environment with people direct learning process.
- Completed documentation on individual children and teachers for recordkeeping using electronics.
- Typed weekly lesson plans using the computer.
- Researched, Planned and assisted in inquiry based learning activities for 4-5year students.
- Established guidelines for teacher performance, lesson planning and compliance with established procedures.
Assistant Teacher
KG PRACTICUM– HILLCREST ELEMENTARY
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Assisted a special education teacher and student for three school weeks in an inclusive and self-contained setting.
- Trouble shoot classroom iPads, computers, printers and conference Promethean Boards when technical issues occurred.
- Completed documentation on individual children and teachers for recordkeeping using electronics.
- Typed weekly lesson plans using the computer.
- Administered assessments for each child and tracked results using computers.
- Typed an IEP reports using computers and attended IEP meetings
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans on the computer and coordinate activities for classes.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support to maintain student progress and development.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Took over class for classroom teacher, managing assignments and student needs.
- Supported teacher in instructing core subjects, delivering supplementary lessons and coordinating materials.
PRESCHOOL STUDENT TEACHER
FISHBACK CENTER
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Organized online and in person activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Used MS Word to document behavioral, emotional, academic and social growth of over 12 students.
Preschool Teacher
PRESCHOOL TEACHER– KIPS
09.2014 - 01.2016
- Developed activities and educational curriculum to supplement state-based curriculum.
- Communicated openly with parents to create engagement at home and improve problem areas.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Cashier Team Lead
Marsha Skon
01.2017 - 05.2022
- Trained team members on cash register operation and cash handling.
- Quickly and accurately counted drawers at start and end of each shift.
- Communicated with customers and team members to solve problems.
- Operated POS cash register and equipment to collect payments.
- Created help desk tickets, troubleshot and resolved desktop issues.
- Answered questions and provided information to customers about new software or hardware when customers were interested.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD05.2021
Skills
- Document Management
- Critical Thinking
- Multitasking
- Exceptional writer
- Database and Legal Research
- File Organization
- Legal Research
Websites
Languages
French
Professional Working
Twi
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Preschool Lead Teacher
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
07.2021 - Current
Assistant Teacher
KG PRACTICUM– HILLCREST ELEMENTARY
01.2021 - 03.2021
PRESCHOOL STUDENT TEACHER
FISHBACK CENTER
08.2020 - 12.2020
Cashier Team Lead
Marsha Skon
01.2017 - 05.2022
Preschool Teacher
PRESCHOOL TEACHER– KIPS
09.2014 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
South Dakota State University
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