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Amber Swayzer

Natchitoches,United States

Summary

Hardworking Criminal Justice student with focus on quality and teamwork.. Passionate about public service and community involvement, highlighted through volunteer work. Works well with colleagues, students and community to create diverse, inclusive office and campus.

Works well with gathering images through all campus events. Hard working by brining memories through photography and videography. Organized Teaching Assistant focused on helping lead teacher with support and student instruction. Passionate about positively impacting students' lives and helping improve academic performance. Personable and kind with people of diverse backgrounds.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Teaching Assistant

SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY LAB SCHOOL
Baton Rouge, LA
01.2024 - Current
  • Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and providing instructional materials.
  • Supervised students in the classroom, cafeteria, hallways and playgrounds.
  • Graded assignments, tests and papers according to teacher instructions.
  • Provided one-on-one support for special needs students.
  • Facilitated small group instruction sessions on various topics.
  • Monitored student progress by keeping detailed records of academic performance.
  • Encouraged students to take an active role in their own learning process.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all students while adhering to school policies and procedures.
  • Managed classroom supplies inventory including textbooks, manipulatives and audiovisual equipment.
  • Enforced rules for behavior and established expectations for student conduct in accordance with school guidelines.
  • Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
  • Helped teachers with material generation, lesson plan development, class preparation, scheduling, exam distribution and student mentoring.
  • Helped students master assignments and reinforced learning concepts presented by teachers.
  • Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
  • Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.

Mentoring Program Coordinator

TRIO Upward Bound
Baton Rouge, LA
05.2023 - Current
  • Coordinated and monitored the progress of mentoring relationships.
  • Scheduled meetings between mentors and mentees, providing support when needed.
  • Developed and implemented a comprehensive training program for mentors and mentees.
  • Provided guidance to mentors on how to effectively mentor their assigned mentee.
  • Maintained records of all mentoring activities, including hours spent in meetings with each participant.
  • Collaborated with other departments to develop resources that can be used by mentors and mentees during their sessions.
  • Monitored attendance at all meetings and activities associated with the program.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities related to youth-mentoring topics.
  • Monitored student progress and assisted students and teachers with resolving problems.

Photographer/Videographer

ADOVII PHOTOGRAPHY
Baton Rouge, LA
10.2021 - Current
  • Set up lighting equipment and adjust camera settings to capture desired images.
  • Edit photos using Adobe Photoshop and other software applications.
  • Consult with clients to understand their needs and preferences for a photo shoot.
  • Review proofs with clients to determine which images should be printed or published.
  • Advise on appropriate poses, props, and backgrounds for each shot taken.
  • Maintain photography equipment including cameras, lenses, lighting gear, tripods.

Videography -Birthdays. Coverage of all sports. Coverage of Fraternities and Sororities on campus. Clothing Brands. Short films for events/parties. Coverage of dance teams at Southern University.

Photography- All party events. Clothing Brands. Birthdays. Sorority and Fraternities.. All dance/cheer and sports.

  • Assist in planning setup of shoots including location scouting.
  • Provide direction to models and subjects throughout photoshoots while capturing natural expressions.
  • Photographed special events, parties and portraits.

Education

Criminal Justice

Southern University And A & M College
Baton Rouge, LA
12-2024

Skills

  • Excellent Workflow Management
  • Equipment Preparation
  • Lighting Expert
  • Shot Composition
  • Image Archiving
  • Legal Research
  • Policy Analysis
  • Legal Writing
  • Criminal Law
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Behavior Management
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Student Supervision
  • Classroom Support
  • Student Assessments
  • Attendance Tracking
  • Behavior Modeling
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Special Education Support
  • Classroom Supply Management
  • Excel
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • One-On-One and Small Group Instruction
  • Powerpoint Presentations
  • Teacher Support and Collaboration
  • Group Facilitation
  • Community Relations
  • Peer Counseling
  • Lesson Planning
  • Behavioral Management
  • Role Modeling

Timeline

Teaching Assistant

SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY LAB SCHOOL
01.2024 - Current

Mentoring Program Coordinator

TRIO Upward Bound
05.2023 - Current

Photographer/Videographer

ADOVII PHOTOGRAPHY
10.2021 - Current

Criminal Justice

Southern University And A & M College
Amber Swayzer