Casey Price
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
Experienced and adaptable Teacher Assistant with a proven track record at Chesapeake Public Schools, excelling in fostering collaborative and inclusive learning environments. Demonstrated ability to enhance academic success through innovative project-based learning strategies and effective classroom management. Skilled in building strong relationships, ensuring a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere for diverse learners. Actively pursuing lifelong goal of becoming a teacher.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Assistant
Chesapeake Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
- Assisted lead teacher in managing classroom behavior, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by modeling enthusiasm, empathy, and respect for all members of the school community.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to share best practices, resources, and ideas for continuous improvement in teaching methodologies.
- Enhanced classroom environment by implementing various teaching methods and strategies, catering to diverse learning styles.
- Actively participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with emerging trends in education and improve instructional effectiveness.
- Facilitated small-group instruction sessions targeting specific skill gaps among struggling learners for academic success.
- Assisted lead teacher in the monitoring of student progress and updating required documentation, ensuring accurate records for each learner.
- Facilitated the management of dismissal procedures, including beginning-of-year start up tasks and the daily set up of the school "Kiss and Ride" program.
- Supervised students during lunch breaks, recess, field trips, and other school-related events, maintaining a positive atmosphere conducive to learning.
Teacher Assistant
Chesapeake Public Schools
02.2021 - 06.2022
- Assisted in a LEAD classroom, facilitating on-level learning guided by the classroom teacher (2021)
- Assisted in a CPI classroom, working closely with lead teacher to facilitate the instructional day. (2021-22)
- Assisted lead teacher in managing classroom behavior, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by modeling enthusiasm, empathy, and respect for all members of the school community.
- Facilitated small-group instruction sessions targeting specific skill gaps among struggling learners for academic success.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Developed materials for classroom teachers to support instruction, lab work or in-class activities.
Floater TA
Primrose Preschool
08.2020 - 01.2021
- Worked with a variety of age groups, from infants to toddlers and early preschool.
- Facilitated age-appropriate care including diapering, and feeding.
- Assisted in creating a nurturing atmosphere by actively engaging with children through play, conversation, and care routines.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Improved daycare environment by maintaining cleanliness, organization, and safety standards consistently.
Floater TA
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
06.2015 - 06.2016
- Worked with all manner of early childhood age groups ranging from infancy through Kindergarten.
- Assisted with age-appropriate care of students including diapering/toileting and feeding.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, incident reports, meal counts, and other essential documentation as required by state regulations or center policies consistently.
- Ensured child safety by maintaining a clean, organized, and hazard-free facility at all times.
- Arrived at assigned areas on time, prepared, and ready to work.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Managed daily routines efficiently to maintain a consistent schedule for students, promoting optimal time management skills in young learners.
- Assisted children with regular handwashing and wiped down hard surfaces often to minimize germ spread.
- Supported students' emotional growth by fostering a nurturing, inclusive, and respectful classroom atmosphere.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Elementary Education
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA06-2026
Skills
- Growth mindset
- Collaborative learning
- Project-based learning
- Literacy development
- Classroom management
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Relationship building
- Group and individual instruction
- Time management
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Teacher Assistant
Chesapeake Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
Teacher Assistant
Chesapeake Public Schools
02.2021 - 06.2022
Floater TA
Primrose Preschool
08.2020 - 01.2021
Floater TA
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
06.2015 - 06.2016
Bachelor's Degree - Elementary Education
Regent University
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