Christina McLaughlin
General Education Paraprofessional
Newaygo,MI
Summary
Teacher Assistant with extensive background as Teacher Aide. Excellent skills building nurturing safe learning environments for Pre-K-4th grade student groups. Excels at written and verbal communications coupled with in-depth knowledge of classroom activities and teaching methods. Outstanding skills in aiding Teaching staff, preparing learning materials, and supervising students.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional/Teacher's Aide
Newaygo Public Schools
Newaygo, MI
08.2019 - Current
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
Recreational Gymnastics Instructor
NorthPointe Gymnastics
Fremont, MI
06.2018 - Current
- Developing lesson plans and routines for individual students to meet personal goals and abilities.
- Implementing exercise programs and training strategies to bolster individual and team performance.
- Collaborating with coaches, students and administrators to run high-quality program.
- Promoting good sportsmanship.
- Keeping athletes engaged in a safe and fun environment
- Managing drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
- Safe Sport Training, Tough Coaches vs. Emotional Abuse Training, First-Aid and CPR Certified
- Coordinated with other instructors and coaches to determine student advancement and progress.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ06.2011
High School Diploma -
Newaygo High School
Newaygo, MI06.2008
Skills
- Enthusiastic Team Member
-Building Positive relationships with staff and Students
-Very familiar and experienced with understanding and exercising empathy and compassion to 'littles' and their unique learning styles and interactions
-Working with early Literary skills in small and large groups with Pre-K through 4th grade
Volunteer in many Youth Activities
Voluteer at Youth Athletic Events and Activities;
-Concessions
-Fundraisers
-Volunteer Coach for baseball, T-ball
-Event Set-Up and Clean-Up
Timeline
Paraprofessional/Teacher's Aide
Newaygo Public Schools
08.2019 - Current
Recreational Gymnastics Instructor
NorthPointe Gymnastics
06.2018 - Current
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of Phoenix
High School Diploma -
Newaygo High School