Alexis Byrd
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Driven Teaching Assistant with a firm command of curriculum development, daily lesson planning, and student tutoring. Leads individual and group instruction to supplement teacher lessons and build instructional abilities. Communicative and empathetic with a commitment to creating inclusive learning spaces. I am also a highly-motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
School District of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Assisted preschool teachers with classroom activities, such as arts and crafts projects, storytelling time, and outdoor play.
- Helped to implement positive behavior management strategies in the classroom.
- Supervised children during lunchtime and snack time.
- Provided support for individual students who needed extra help with their work.
- Worked one-on-one with students to reinforce concepts taught by the teacher.
- Observed student behavior in order to identify any potential issues or concerns.
- Assisted in preparing materials for lessons and activities according to lesson plans provided by the teacher.
- Greeted parents and students at the start of each day and assisted them in getting settled into the classroom environment.
- Encouraged social interactions between children through cooperative play activities.
- Supported small group instruction by helping students understand instructions and complete tasks independently when possible.
- Maintained a clean and orderly classroom environment throughout the day.
- Read stories aloud to groups of children while engaging them in discussion about characters, plotlines.
- Engaged children in conversations about topics related to their interests or current events.
- Assisted preschoolers with personal care needs.
- Monitored playground activities outdoors to ensure safety of all participants.
- Kept accurate records of attendance, daily notes on student progress and behavior.
- Communicated regularly with families via phone calls, emails or other methods regarding student performance.
- Attended professional development workshops and training sessions as required.
- Collaborated closely with lead teachers on planning and implementing curriculum objectives.
- Supported lead teacher with daily classroom activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Special Education
Chestnut Hill College
Philadelphia, PA12-2026
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Community College of Philadelphia
1700 Spring Garden St12-2023
GED -
1199c Ged To Careers
100 S Broad St 06-2021
Skills
- First-Aid and CPR
- Social-Emotional Learning
- Child Development Knowledge
- Curriculum Planning
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Positive Reinforcement
- Lesson Preparation
- Classroom Management
- Professionalism
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Small Group Support and Assistance
- Lesson Planning and Preparation
- Supervising Classroom Activities
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
School District of Philadelphia
12.2022 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Special Education
Chestnut Hill College
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Community College of Philadelphia
GED -
1199c Ged To Careers