Ashanti Harris
Linden,NJ
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
Applecore Learning
11.2022 - Current
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
Lead Teacher
Impressionable Minds Learning Academy
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Employment Counselor
Waters & Sims
02.2022 - 12.2022
- Matched clients to open positions based on skills and work requirements.
- Communicate efficiently and effectively with DVRS counselors.
- Counseled clients one-on-one regarding current situation, desires, aptitudes, education, and employment history.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to clients per NJDVRS & DDD.
Paraprofessional
Linden Public Schools
02.2019 - 02.2022
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
Teacher's Assistant
First Children
10.2017 - 01.2019
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
Administrative/Teacher's Assistant
I Can Kids
10.2016 - 10.2017
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
Daycare Teacher
Sunshine Academy
01.2014 - 10.2016
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Kean University
Union, NJTimeline
Lead Teacher
Impressionable Minds Learning Academy
06.2023 - 08.2023
Lead Teacher
Applecore Learning
11.2022 - Current
Employment Counselor
Waters & Sims
02.2022 - 12.2022
Paraprofessional
Linden Public Schools
02.2019 - 02.2022
Teacher's Assistant
First Children
10.2017 - 01.2019
Administrative/Teacher's Assistant
I Can Kids
10.2016 - 10.2017
Daycare Teacher
Sunshine Academy
01.2014 - 10.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Kean University
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