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Pikeville,North Carolina
Alice Mathis

Summary

Seeking a Teacher Aide position where strong dedication to work and the ability to support the lead teacher will be utilized to develop the children physically and emotionally, and to create a healthy classroom environment. Early Childhood Development Teacher committed to each child's successful cognitive, physical and emotional progress. Perceptive Educator with 2 years of experience leading preschool and afterschool students. Proven leader at effectively guiding classroom activities, tutoring and evaluating tests and assignments. Skillful in promoting student engagement through fun teaching methods, individualized attention and upbeat attitude. Dedicated Teaching Assistant focused on supporting faculty with classroom needs. Successful at maintaining clean and organized supplies, planning activities and leading field trips. Excellent tutor, record keeper and multitasker.

Overview

11
years of professional experience

Work History

Wilson County Public Schools

Teacher Assistant
08.2019 - Current

Job overview

  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Assisted in implementation of new learning tools, systems and materials.
  • Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.

Kids & Co

Lead Teacher
08.2020 - 02.2021

Job overview

  • Chose optimum curriculum for each class and devised creative daily lesson plans to meet requirements and needs of different learners
  • Improved academic performance by diversifying teaching techniques
  • Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement
  • Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom effectiveness
  • Adopted technological advancements that engaged and empowered children
  • Established guidelines for teacher performance, lesson planning and compliance with established procedures
  • Established and enforced rules related to respect and personal responsibility in classroom
  • Had 20 children in classroom.

Paramedic, Edgecombe Rescue Squad

11.2012 - 08.2020

Job overview

  • Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages
  • Determined needed and relevant interventions based on each client's cognitive abilities and current needs
  • Oversaw day-to-day activities of residents in different facility
  • Prepared variety of different written communications reports and documents to ensure smooth operations
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
  • Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield at all times
  • Successfully maintain clean, valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to all customers, handled challenging situations with ease
  • Had ran whole 24 hour shift to be able to save lives.

Kids R Us Daycare

Floater Teacher
02.2019 - 08.2019

Job overview

  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters
  • Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment
  • Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities
  • Created portfolios to showcase progress of each child, using handwritten items
  • Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness
  • Was in charge of 15 children in each classroom
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines
  • Built and maintained environment that stimulated learning and supported student achievement
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.

Education

Wilson Community College

Associate of Applied Science from Childhood Development
12.2013

University Overview

GPA: 3.8 3.8

Bryant And Stratton College
Buffalo, NY

05.2021

University Overview

Honor Roll for 4 semesters. GPA: 4.0, Dean's List 4 semesters Graduated summa cum laude Member of Alpha Beta Gamma Honor's Society GED 11/2012

Lenoir Community College
Kinston, NC

Gardner-Webb University
Boiling Springs, NC

Bachelor of Science from Elementary Education
10.2021

University Overview

  • Dean's List [Semester and Year]
  • Honor Roll [Semester and Year]
  • Still Addending

Skills

  • Group and individual instruction
  • Mother of two children
  • Classroom management
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Safety awareness
  • Creative problem solving
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Classroom Instruction

Timeline

Lead Teacher

Kids & Co
08.2020 - 02.2021

Teacher Assistant

Wilson County Public Schools
08.2019 - Current

Floater Teacher

Kids R Us Daycare
02.2019 - 08.2019

Paramedic, Edgecombe Rescue Squad
11.2012 - 08.2020

Wilson Community College

Associate of Applied Science from Childhood Development

Bryant And Stratton College

Lenoir Community College

Gardner-Webb University

Bachelor of Science from Elementary Education
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