Bellah McCurry
Centre,AL
Summary
Nurturing Preschool Teacher's Aide possessing first-rate communication, organizational and time management abilities. In-depth knowledge of early childhood education and development and age-appropriate instructional practices. Warm and caring individual with many years of experience supervising children simultaneously and employing activities to support learning objectives.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
PreK Aide
Auburn University Early Learning Center
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Organized snack time
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Encouraged use of technology to support student learning.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
Personal Babysitter
Nick And Anna Wheeler
08.2019 - 05.2022
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and school schedules for children.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Organized different types of activities to enhance physical and intellectual development.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
- Administered medications, following strict instructions from parents and medical labels.
- Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and school schedules for children
Tutor Volunteer
Centre Elementary School
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Taught study skills and other methods for test preparation.
- Aided students with planning and preparation for class projects.
- Communicated with parents and teachers regarding student progress and areas of concern.
- Developed enrichment materials resource files for use in tutorial sessions.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
- Used flashcards and other techniques to test and improve memory through practiced information retrieval.
- Coached and mentored less-experienced tutors to observe and measure outcomes.
- Taught study skills and other methods for test preparation
- Assisted students with homework using curriculum and materials provided by program
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Child Development
Auburn University
Auburn, AL08.2023
Associate of Science - General Studies
Gadsden State Community College
Gadsden, AL05.2021
High School Diploma -
Cherokee County High School
Centre, AL05.2019
Skills
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Activity Demonstrations
- Group Assistance
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
- Student Engagement and Development
- Classroom Observation
- Self-Esteem Education
- Fine Motor Skill Development
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
Accomplishments
Auburn University-Dean's List Fall 2021
Auburn University-James S Boyd and Board of Trustees Scholarship Recipient
Gadsden State Community College-GPA 4.0
Gadsden State Community College-Swoop 5K Scholarship Recipient
Cherokee County High School-Student Government Senate
Timeline
PreK Aide
Auburn University Early Learning Center
08.2022 - 05.2023
Personal Babysitter
Nick And Anna Wheeler
08.2019 - 05.2022
Tutor Volunteer
Centre Elementary School
01.2018 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Early Child Development
Auburn University
Associate of Science - General Studies
Gadsden State Community College
High School Diploma -
Cherokee County High School
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