Ayanna Ferguson
New Rochelle
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with experience at Hudson Country Montessori School, excelling in behavior management and parent-teacher communication. Proven ability to enhance student engagement through tailored lesson planning and collaborative teamwork, fostering a supportive learning environment that promotes academic success and personal growth. Committed to nurturing positive relationships with students and families.
Professional educator with significant experience in fostering learning environments. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Adept at classroom management, lesson planning, and student engagement. Reliable, adaptable, and ready to support dynamic educational needs.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Hudson Country Montessori School
09.2021 - Current
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
- Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress.
- Supported lead teacher in organizing field trips, enhancing real-world connections to classroom content for increased understanding.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
Family Babysitter
Lee Family
12.2017 - Current
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
Camp Counselor
Shiloh Baptist Church New Rochelle
07.2018 - 08.2019
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Developed strong relationships with co-counselors that resulted in seamless teamwork during challenging situations or emergencies.
Education
High School Diploma -
New Rochelle High School
265 Clove Rd, New Rochelle, NY 1080106-2021
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Behavior management
- Oral communication
- Lesson planning
- Problem-solving
- Classroom management
- Parent communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Hudson Country Montessori School
09.2021 - Current
Camp Counselor
Shiloh Baptist Church New Rochelle
07.2018 - 08.2019
Family Babysitter
Lee Family
12.2017 - Current
High School Diploma -
New Rochelle High School
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