Ashley Smith
Saratoga Springs,NY
Summary
Highly Motivated and organized professional with over 10 years experience in a fast paced and multi-tasking workplace.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
NYS Teaching Assistant
Ballston Spa Central School District
09.2017 - Current
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Supported planning and preparation for culturally-diverse class sessions.
- Served as a mentor to new teaching assistants, providing guidance on effective strategies for classroom management and instruction.
- Presented wide range of information to students using hands-on instructional techniques for effective comprehension.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
- Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
Lead Teacher
Maple Leaf Childcare Center
10.2014 - 09.2017
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Veterinary Assistant
Saratoga Veterinary Hospital
01.2014 - 09.2014
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained surgical instruments and equipment.
- Reduced stress for patients with calming techniques during exams and procedures, creating a positive experience.
- Assisted in emergency situations effectively providing first aid or life-saving measures under veterinarian supervision.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Provided compassionate care for animals during treatment and recovery from illnesses or injuries.
- Assisted veterinarians with euthanasia of animals.
- Maintained clean and safe animal living areas.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Prepared and administered diets and feedings according to instructions.
- Observed animals for signs of distress or illness.
- Followed safety protocols for handling animals.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
- Assisted in examination and treatment of animals in veterinary clinic.
Skills
- Time Management
- Stress Management
- Attention to Detail
- Adaptive Learning
- Effective Communication
- Microsoft Office
- Client Relations
- Customer Relations
- Calm Under Pressure
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Organization and Prioritization
Timeline
NYS Teaching Assistant
Ballston Spa Central School District
09.2017 - Current
Lead Teacher
Maple Leaf Childcare Center
10.2014 - 09.2017
Veterinary Assistant
Saratoga Veterinary Hospital
01.2014 - 09.2014