Caroyln Hessler
Black Mountain,NC
Summary
Dynamic educator with proven expertise in child development and classroom management, honed at Buncombe County Schools and Ohio State University Child Care Program. Excelled in creating inclusive, results-driven learning environments, enhancing academic success through personalized instruction. Skilled in lesson planning and conflict resolution, significantly improving student engagement and educational outcomes. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Assistant
Buncombe County Schools
01.2024 - Current
- Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
- Supervised students during non-instructional times such as lunch breaks or recess periods, maintaining safety standards at all times.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, enabling them to achieve academic success.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Promoted a culture of respect and inclusion within the classroom, fostering positive relationships among students from diverse backgrounds.
- Assisted with classroom technology to prepare students with skills needed to succeed in technology-rich world.
Preschool Teacher
Ohio State University Child Care Program
10.2018 - 10.2023
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
- Assisted and supervised up to 13 children through entire school day independently, 16 with assistance.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early And Middle Childhood Studies
Ohio State University
Columbus, OH08.2018
Skills
- Child Development
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Organization
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Training in Food Handling Preparation
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Activity Planning
- Head Start Programs
- Classroom Management
- Schedule Creation and Maintenance
Timeline
Instructional Assistant
Buncombe County Schools
01.2024 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Ohio State University Child Care Program
10.2018 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Early And Middle Childhood Studies
Ohio State University
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