Carol Desalas

• Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse middle school learners.
• Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance critical thinking skills.
• Implemented reading and writing assessments to evaluate student progress.
• Collaborated with colleagues to align curriculum standards and objectives.
• Integrated technology tools to support interactive learning experiences.
• Provided individualized support to students with varying learning needs.
• Organized literary events to promote a love for reading among students.
• Communicated regularly with parents about student performance and expectations.
• Encouraged critical thinking skills through inquiry-based activities and discussions.
• Incorporated current events into English language arts lessons.
• Attended professional development sessions related to ELA instruction.
• Created differentiated instruction based on individual learning styles.
• Facilitated parent-teacher conferences throughout the year.
• Coordinated extra-curricular activities like book clubs and writing workshops to enhance student engagement.
• Cultivated a safe, orderly, and positive learning environment for students.
• Integrated technology into daily instruction to engage students and enhance learning.
• Assessed student performance through formative and summative assessments.
• Collaborated with other faculty members to develop strategies for improving student outcomes.
• Helped develop strong verbal and written communication skills by leading students through listening, speaking, reading and writing activities.

• Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
• Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
• Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
• Utilized proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies to enhance student focus and promote a constructive learning environment.
• Communicated with parents on lesson plans, activities, and student performance feedback to foster engagement and support.
• Collaborated with teaching staff to implement cohesive educational strategies and support networks, improving overall student engagement.
• Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
• Organized lesson plans using teaching software for long-term interim assignments.
• Integrated existing and new technology into classroom to help provide a creative and fun learning environment.
• Diversified classroom instruction and group activities to successfully support students with unique strengths and learning styles.

As a teaching assistant, I was responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functionality and supporting the students' emotional well-being of the students. Collaborated with the primary teacher in the Special Education Department to implement students' IEPs. Other duties include:

• Implementing teacher’s lesson plans and maintaining daily classroom schedules
• Ensuring wellbeing and safety of children at all times
• Supported students with learning materials in the classroom with assignments or difficult concepts
• Facilitated social, emotional, and intellectual growth for each child through tailored support and encouragement
• Applied diverse instructional and assessment strategies to effectively meet individual student needs.
• Communicated regularly with parents, staff, and faculty to provide updates on student progress and address concerns
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships

• Develop and plan activities that incorporate program goals into the daily routine.
• Led participants by fostering a supportive and engaging environment during the program.
• Assist with training and supervision of site directors and staff.
• Provide a warm and caring atmosphere for participants.
• Facilitated open communication between Kids’ Place staff and school personnel to ensure program alignment and support.
• Prepare activities that are developmentally appropriate for the age of the children.
• Communicate with the parents through daily drop‐off and pick‐up.
• Maintain a safe environment for participants.
• Manage records of attendance and sign‐in/out sheets and turn them into the Recreation Supervisor every two weeks.
• Chose nutritious snacks and developmental toys for students to enhance learning experiences.
• Managed behavioral issues and implemented positive behavior strategies for groups of up to ten students, enhancing group dynamics and individual development.

• Collaborated with the teacher to create a customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
• Maintained an inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
• Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs while carrying out IEP goals.
• Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
• Fostered positive student interactions through affirming communication.
• Cultivated effective relationships with students, teachers, staff, and parents to enhance student and program growth.
• Worked cooperatively with students of various culturally diverse backgrounds and learning styles.
• Oversaw students in the classroom and common areas, monitored, enforced rules, and supported the lead teacher.
• Recorded student behaviors and interventions to support lead teacher in addressing issues effectively.
• Notified instructor about student behavior issues needing immediate attention.
• Contacted parents to discuss student progress and set up meetings.
• Increased proficiencies by attending professional development workshops on learning goals, classroom management, student motivation, and engaging learning activities.

• Managed day to day branch operations
• Managed opening and closing procedures for the branch
• Managed teller staff
• Monitored service and sales quality, mentoring staff to consistently meet performance goals.
• Cultivated loyal and satisfied customer base through proactive team management of customer service strategies.
• Maintained accurate records of all cash transactions for the branch
• Monitored cash intake and deposit records, enhancing accuracy and minimizing discrepancies.
• Opened personal savings, cd savings, checking, custodian, commercial and joint accounts for customers.
• Produced branch reports at the end of the month
• Oversaw security measures and responded effectively to incidents