Amber Finan
Hopkins,SC
Summary
I am a dedicated and adaptable Instructional Assistant showcasing strong multitasking ability and passion for helping others. Excelled in creating positive learning environments and implementing effective classroom management demonstrated through 12 years of experience. I am compassionate, professional and committed to student learning and overall wellbeing. Quick to jump in and help the teacher with students and/or administrative needs. Skilled in CPR and excellent communication, ensuring student safety and academic success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Assistant
Caughman Road Elementary School
06.2023 - Current
- Supervised students during non-instructional times such as lunch breaks or recess periods, maintaining safety standards at all times.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, enabling them to achieve academic success.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to maintain a positive and focused learning environment.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational best practices.
- Streamlined communication between teachers and parents, ensuring consistent updates on 1 or approximately 20 student(s) progress.
- Implemented strategies to maintain safe and respectful learning environment.
- Assisted educators in executing field trips that reinforced curriculum content while providing hands-on learning experiences for students.
- Coordinated with other instructional assistants to ensure consistent implementation of classroom procedures and expectations.
- Assisted in collecting and analyzing data from various assessments.
PTO Volunteer
Hand Middle and Dreher High School
08.2019 - Current
- Contributed time, suggestions and resources to support student organizations.
- Recruited new parent volunteers or organized workload to cover demand.
- Chaperoned class field trips to assist teacher and protect students.
- Volunteer on sign ups to bring in items for Teacher appreciation and student testing.
Assistant Teacher
Asbury Preschool And Kindergarten
09.2012 - Current
- Oversee students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Support students physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Work with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for class.
- Keep students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Assist assigned teachers, supervise in artwork, restroom visits (to and from), playground activities.
- Assume temporary responsibilities for class in teachers absence.
- Prepare snack, decorate classroom, assist children when expected, keep classroom neat and clean.
- Take notes on students progress (Positive and Negative), health and safety needs, etc.
- Adhere to all staff attendance rules and working hours.
- Attend all staff meetings, school functions and fundraisers.
- Meet annual training requirements of SCDSS.
PTO Volunteer
Meadowfield Elementary
08.2015 - 05.2022
- Contributed time, suggestions and resources to support student organizations.
- Protected children from infection by cleaning and sanitizing spaces.
- Chaperoned class field trips to assist teacher and protect students.
- Helped organize special activities.
- Organized drives to gather classroom supplies or fundraise money.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lower Richland High School
Hopkins, SC05.2001
Skills
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Self-Motivated
- Assess Students
- Organized
- Strong Multitasking Ability
- Passionate about helping others
- Excellent communication skills
- Classroom Management
- Adaptability
- Positive Attitude
- Problem Solver
- Patient
Certification
CPR and First Aid
Childcare Education Institute
Praxis Paraprofessionals Exam
Timeline
Instructional Assistant
Caughman Road Elementary School
06.2023 - Current
PTO Volunteer
Hand Middle and Dreher High School
08.2019 - Current
PTO Volunteer
Meadowfield Elementary
08.2015 - 05.2022
Assistant Teacher
Asbury Preschool And Kindergarten
09.2012 - Current
CPR and First Aid
Childcare Education Institute
Praxis Paraprofessionals Exam
High School Diploma -
Lower Richland High School
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