Alexis Barker
Reynolds Station,KY
Summary
Caring and motivated Teacher's Assistant / Instructional Aide with 2 years professional, and six years volunteer classroom experience. Familiar with SMART Technologies as well as Outlook and other digital platforms for education. Possesses excellent communication skills and the ability to manage and enthusiastically encourage and motivate classes of 30+ students, as well as manage and facilitate small groups with targeted skills. Deeply committed to providing creative, positive, and high quality educational support to create the best educational environment and outcomes possible. I seek to secure a challenging position in the education environment and to utilize and expand my knowledge and skills for optimal student success, while furthering my own education in pursuit of a teaching career.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
Onslow County Schools
Jacksonville, NC
07.2022 - Current
- Facilitated small group instruction and activities for students of varying abilities. Small group interventions using UFLI for K, 3-5 students.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying academic needs and interests.
- Assisted teachers with instruction and provided support for diverse needs and all aspects of learning in the classroom.
- Supported teachers with material generation, lesson plan development, teaching support, class preparation, scheduling, exam distribution and student mentoring and curriculum implementation.
- Assisted with student conferences.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and behavior reports.
- Proctored examinations and monitored for testing irregularities.
- Created visual aids such as bulletin boards or displays to enhance the learning environment, as well as lead school beautification projects.
- Encouraged positive social behaviors among students through role modeling and conflict resolution techniques ie: Repair Harm, SEL.
- Positive and effective classroom management skills while promoting respect and accountability through PBIS and Class Dojo.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers, staff and school administrators.
- Supervised students during lunchtime, field trips, assemblies, bus duty, and other activities.
- Welcomed and supported parents and families at school events.
- Chaired and facilitated the school Garden Club for 9-16 students: prepared lessons, materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits and demonstrations. Maintained school greenhouse and garden.
- Oversaw care of school "Learning Animals" ie: egg laying chickens, rabbits and fish.
- Substitute teaching as needed.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Baking And Pastry Arts
South Western Oregon Community College
Coos Bay, OR06-2012
High School Diploma -
Tehachapi High School
Tehachapi, CA06-2010
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies K-8
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UTSkills
- CPI Certified
- Raptor Alert System Trained
- Proficient with Educator's Handbook
- Grade Chair Committee TA Representative
- Hospitality Committee Lead
- Positive interpersonal relationships
- Class Dojo
- Student Engagement
- Literacy Support
- Differentiated Instruction
- Serving Diverse Communities
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Onslow County Schools
07.2022 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Baking And Pastry Arts
South Western Oregon Community College
High School Diploma -
Tehachapi High School
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies K-8
Western Governors University