Alaja Wilson
Rahway,New Jersey
Summary
Passionate Teaching Assistant offering 1 year background working with students at elementary and middle school levels. Skilled in assisting teachers with classroom functions, lesson planning and individual and group instruction. Talented in using various strategies to model positive behavior and maintain classroom discipline.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
First Children Services
09.2022 - Current
- Delivered efficient instruction by assisting with lesson planning and materials preparation.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
Teacher's Assistant
YMCA Daycare
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Read and told stories to promote and support overall language development.
- Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe.
- Encouraged child involvement in classroom experiences and group interaction.
- Maintained inventory of educational supplies and materials and notified supervisor of restocking needs.
OT/PT Gym Aide/Nursing Assistant
JFK Medical Center
09.2017 - 06.2022
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
Vocational Rehabilitation Recreation Aide
JFK Medical Center
09.2017 - 06.2022
- Collaborated with other recreation staff in developing new recreational activities.
- Assisting Recreation Therapist with one on one recreation program
- Friendly visitation with patients including applying nail polish and helping to prepare for activities
Education
High School Diploma -
JFK Vocational
Edison, NJ06.2022
High School Diploma -
Rahway High School
Rahway, NJ06.2020
Skills
- Teaching and Instruction
- Instructional Support
- Autism Familiarity
- Special Needs Childcare
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
First Children Services
09.2022 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
YMCA Daycare
09.2021 - 06.2022
OT/PT Gym Aide/Nursing Assistant
JFK Medical Center
09.2017 - 06.2022
Vocational Rehabilitation Recreation Aide
JFK Medical Center
09.2017 - 06.2022
High School Diploma -
JFK Vocational
High School Diploma -
Rahway High School