Cheryl Harris
Baton Rouge
Summary
Dedicated Teaching Assistant with over 20 years of experience supporting elementary students in diverse learning environments. Proficient in collaborating with educators to enhance classroom functions, develop engaging lesson plans, and provide tailored instruction for individuals and groups. Expertise in implementing effective strategies to promote positive behavior and uphold classroom discipline, fostering an inclusive and productive atmosphere for all students. Committed to nurturing a love for learning while meeting each child's unique needs.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Geo Prep Academy Of Greater Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, LA
08.2021 - Current
- Supported individualized education plans (IEPs) for diverse student needs.
- Assisted lead teacher in classroom management and instructional activities.
- Implemented behavioral strategies to enhance student engagement and participation.
- Facilitated small group instruction to reinforce core academic concepts effectively.
Owner/Operator
Ms. Cheryl's Special Touch, LLC Nanny Service
Baton Rouge, LA
10.2001 - Current
- Formulated operational strategies to optimize service delivery and elevate customer satisfaction.
- Managed daily business operations, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Oversaw inventory management systems, optimizing stock levels and reducing waste.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices in customer service and operational efficiency.
- Developed and maintained strong connections with families, promoting transparent communication and ongoing support.
- Developed and implemented curriculum to promote early childhood development and learning.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring high standards of care and safety for children.
- Designed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum plans emphasizing cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
- Fostered positive and inclusive atmosphere, promoting diversity and respect among children and staff.
- Established sustainable practices within daycare to foster environmental awareness among children.
Preschool Teacher
LSU Early Childhood Education Laboratory Preschool
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
02.2019 - 06.2020
- Assisted and supervised 13 children through entire school day.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
Kindergarten Teacher
Children's Charter School
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
07.2017 - 05.2019
- Reported to parents and administration about student progress.
- Applied evidence-based practices for classroom management to enhance learning results.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Geo Prep Academy Of Greater Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, United States
07.2016 - 05.2018
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to enhance learning outcomes.
Preschool Teacher
Gateway Preschool And Technology Center
Prairieville, Louisiana
02.2014 - 06.2017
- Assisted and supervised 13 children through entire school day.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ashworth College
Norcross, GAHigh School Diploma -
Belaire High School
Baton Rouge, LASkills
- Instructional methods
- Positive attitude
- Effective communication
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Collaborative teamwork
- Classroom management
- IEP Goals
- Classroom support
- Effective classroom management
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Behavioral Plan Management
- Instructional Support
- Autism and Spectrum Disorders
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Classroom organization
- Autism and spectrum disorders
- Guiding student development
- Conflict resolution
- Behavior redirection
- Grading assignments
- Student supervision
- Attendance tracking
- Small group and individual assistance
- Creating visual displays
Certification
- Certified CPR Instructor - October 2025
- ParaProfessional Assessment - May 2017
Timeline
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Geo Prep Academy Of Greater Baton Rouge
08.2021 - Current
Preschool Teacher
LSU Early Childhood Education Laboratory Preschool
02.2019 - 06.2020
Kindergarten Teacher
Children's Charter School
07.2017 - 05.2019
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Geo Prep Academy Of Greater Baton Rouge
07.2016 - 05.2018
Preschool Teacher
Gateway Preschool And Technology Center
02.2014 - 06.2017
Owner/Operator
Ms. Cheryl's Special Touch, LLC Nanny Service
10.2001 - Current
High School Diploma -
Belaire High School
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ashworth College