Dai’sha Lilley
Adventure seeker looking for my next journey!
Fremont,NC
Summary
Responsible professional versed in educational, behavioral, and administrative classroom practices. Recognized for upholding standards of classroom behavior and supporting teacher goals. Offers flexible approach to cover diverse classes.
Forward-thinking professional experienced working in educational settings. Focused on building connections with students to strengthen engagement and help students reach full potential. Knowledgeable about planning projects to diversify instruction, immerse students in subject material, and promote continuous skill-building.
Dedicated and responsive professional with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification, and individualized support. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as role model by using growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire love of learning.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Floater Teacher
Children's World Learning Center | A Child's Place
Greenville, NC
03.2024 - Current
- Planned and implemented lessons for students in all grade levels.
- Provided support to classroom teachers during their absence.
- Assisted with student behavior management and discipline.
- Collaborated with other staff members to develop instructional plans.
- Created an engaging learning environment for students of all ages.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to parents.
- Conducted small group activities to meet the needs of individual learners.
- Encouraged active participation from students through innovative approaches.
- Evaluated student work, providing constructive feedback as appropriate.
- Supported the implementation of school initiatives, policies, and procedures.
- Assisted with supervision at recess and lunchtime periods.
- Arranged and put away items to keep classroom neat and organized.
- Supervised children by continually remaining within sight and sound.
- Participated in lunch and playground duty to enforce rules outside classroom.
- Organized and distributed materials needed for planned classroom activities.
- Aided food service by preparing healthy meals and snacks, washing dishes and cleaning tables.
- Supported lead teachers with development and implementation of curriculum and lesson planning.
- Monitored appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities.
- Maintained student attendance and assignment records to prevent lapses during teacher absences.
- Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
Cashier
Cookout
Washington, NC
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Verified that customers were of legal age to purchase alcohol or tobacco products.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Counted money in cash drawer at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts were correct and have sufficient change.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding store policies and procedures.
- Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
Assistant Daycare Teacher
Eilene's Child Care LLC
Washington, NC
02.2024 - 03.2024
- Assisted in preparing meals for the children according to nutritional guidelines.
- Helped maintain a clean classroom environment by doing regular cleaning duties such as sweeping floors and wiping down surfaces.
- Assisted teachers in developing age appropriate curriculums for each classroom level.
- Provided individual assistance to students who needed extra help understanding concepts or completing tasks.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's development progress or any issues that may arise.
- Facilitated group discussions between students on topics related to social emotional learning.
- Engaged with students individually during free time periods providing additional opportunities for learning experiences.
- Established positive relationships with families by attending parent-teacher conferences when necessary.
- Assisted in designing and implementing creative activities for children ages 3-5 to help them learn about the world around them.
- Ensured a safe environment for all children at the daycare center by monitoring activities closely.
- Maintained records of attendance and progress reports of each child enrolled in the daycare program.
- Supervised children during outdoor playtime while ensuring safety guidelines were being followed.
- Developed positive relationships with students through individual attention and encouragement.
- Encouraged children to express themselves creatively through art projects, music, drama, and other forms of expression.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
- Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children.
- Managed crafts and other hands-on activities to engage kids and promote development.
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
- Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
- Attended to lunch periods to help children open food packages and monitor activities
- Introduced learning activities and imaginative play to teach children to explore.
- Enhanced academic, social and emotional learning with use of structured playtime and unstructured free play.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing and crafts.
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
Education
High School Diploma -
Washington High School
Washington, NC06-2023
Skills
communication skills
- sensitivity and understanding
- excellent verbal communication skills
- active listening skills
- patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
- to be flexible and open to change
- to enjoy working with other people
- the ability to teach pupils how to do something
- Behavior Modeling
- Activity management
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Parent Communication
- Lesson Planning
- Student Engagement
- Results-focused
- Classroom Organization
- Group and individual instruction
- Individualized care
- Verbal and written communication
- Relationship building and management
Timeline
Floater Teacher
Children's World Learning Center | A Child's Place
03.2024 - Current
Assistant Daycare Teacher
Eilene's Child Care LLC
02.2024 - 03.2024
Cashier
Cookout
11.2023 - 04.2024
High School Diploma -
Washington High School