Cherish Alspaugh
West Carrollton,OH
Summary
Experienced education professional with a passion for creating engaging environments for children of all ages to become multifaceted individuals. Strengths in adaptability, problem-solving, relationship building, and innovation. Created events and programs to assist in the growth of multiple education-based organizations across seven years. Desire to build a progressing system that equally aids in the growth of all children.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Child and Youth Program Assistant (School Age Program)
Wright Patterson Air Force Base
05.2022 - Current
- Designed curriculum to engage 100 youth in afterschool and summer programming to supplement in-school learning
- Developed and implemented fun, educational activities for children of varying ages.
- Planned and executed special events for families, fostering strong community connections.
- Fostered a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn, play, and grow in both indoor and outdoor settings.
- Communicated effectively with children, fellow staff members and parents by utilizing active listening and interpersonal skills.
Paraprofessional
Fairview Elementary School
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Modified general education curriculum using a variety of instructional techniques meeting the needs of students in an alternative classroom
- Nurtured a supportive learning environment promoting safety and care for multiple students with special education requirements
- Created strategies to accommodate the high demands of a student with mental and physical disabilities fostering a productive environment
- Assisted in teaching basic education principles while complying with IEP goals obtaining growth for new, more advanced IEP goals
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
Child and Youth Program Assistant (CDC)
Wright Patterson Air Force Base
12.2020 - 02.2022
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop age-appropriate programs that met the needs of diverse learners.
- Assessed students' retention of curriculum through bi-weekly observations resulting in kindergarten readiness
- Adapted teaching methods and provided curriculum based on each child''s unique learning style, maximizing engagement and understanding.
- Delivered high level of care, assistance and supervision to children in compliance with organization's rules and policies.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage appropriate behaviors among participants consistently.
AmeriCorps Y.O.U.th Serve/Part-Time Youth Worker
Youth Opportunity United
07.2018 - 08.2019
- Assisted leadership in managing logistics for after-school and summer programs warranting a successful organization
- Generated activities for 18-24 eighth graders in relationship building, life skills, and academic relief producing individual growth
- Engaged with guardians, teachers, staff, and community members supporting youth academically, socio-emotionally,and physically
- Lead trainings on social-emotional enrichment and project based learning to colleagues guaranteeing valuable service to students
- Established trusting relationships with young people through empathetic listening and genuine interest in their lives outside of program hours.
AmeriCorps Team Leader
City Year Inc.
07.2017 - 06.2018
- Operated as the Analytics Coordinator identifying and explaining data on areas of improvement for service to students
- Supervised a diverse team of 9 by providing systems and strategies to strengthen the quality of service to students
- Developed two team members, resulting in their promotion the following program year from AmeriCorps Member to Team Leader
- Supported the team in cultivating relationships resulting in a satisfactory rating of 85% of overall impact from City Year in Partnership
- Liaison between team and staff, City Year and school staff to translate information and empower AmeriCorps members through service
AmeriCorps Member
City Year Inc.
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Full time mentor and tutor to 12 fifth graders below grade level for Math and ELA skills establishing grade level achievement
- Organized 6 school wide events generating family involvement, student investment and celebrating student achievement
- Generated strategies to ensure student success in attendance, behavior and course performance
- Exceeded site goal with 70% of focus list students meeting or exceeding state performance exam EOY target
- Surpassed site goal of 80% of students completing 900 minutes of Time on Task
Education
Teaching English As A Second Language
TEFL FullCircle
Online11.2020
Paraprofessional Certification -
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH09.2020
Individualized Studies -
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH08.2016
Middle Childhood Education -
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH05.2015
Skills
Curriculum Planning
Writing and verbal communication
Parental Involvement
Youth engagement
Volunteer Management
Teamwork and Collaboration
Patience and Empathy
Special Needs Support
Multicultural Sensitivity
Adaptability and Flexibility
Volunteer Experience
Coaching, WPAFB Youth Sports, 05/01/23, Present
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Fairview Elementary School
11.2022 - 05.2023
Child and Youth Program Assistant (School Age Program)
Wright Patterson Air Force Base
05.2022 - Current
Child and Youth Program Assistant (CDC)
Wright Patterson Air Force Base
12.2020 - 02.2022
AmeriCorps Y.O.U.th Serve/Part-Time Youth Worker
Youth Opportunity United
07.2018 - 08.2019
AmeriCorps Team Leader
City Year Inc.
07.2017 - 06.2018
AmeriCorps Member
City Year Inc.
08.2016 - 06.2017
Teaching English As A Second Language
TEFL FullCircle
Paraprofessional Certification -
University of Cincinnati
Individualized Studies -
Bowling Green State University
Middle Childhood Education -
University of Cincinnati
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