Danielle Chastain
Instructional Teaching Assistant
1165 Saint Paul's Parrish Ln Johns Island,SC
Summary
Seasoned Instructional Teaching Assistant with a strong background in student development and classroom management. Proficient in Microsoft Suite, promoting critical thinking, and facilitating intervention opportunities. Certified Paraprofessional with excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Teaching Assistant
Lex/Rich School District 5
Columbia, SC
08.2017 - 06.2022
- Supported both general education and special education teachers by aiding in classroom management and lesson execution.
- Assisted high school students in developing life and job skills, while conducting small group assessments to identify intervention opportunities.
- Collaborated with special services to learn support strategies for students.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of the instructional materials used in classes.
- Utilized a variety of teaching methods, such as lectures, demonstrations, discussions, hands-on activities, and multimedia presentations, to engage students.
- Encouraged students to develop problem-solving skills by promoting critical thinking and creative expression through class activities.
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Services
Pickens, South Carolina
08.2014 - 06.2017
- Substituted in various educational levels within District 5, including special needs.
- Provided one-on-one support in the classroom to students with behavioral issues for three years prior to being hired full time.
- Organized activities for students to help with stress management.
- Managed high-risk student behaviors effectively through my training, using CPI strategies.
- Ensured adherence to school policies in classroom settings.
- Earned diverse certifications to remain updated with educational methods.
After School Counselor
YMCA
Pickens, SC
05.2011 - 07.2013
- Facilitated positive interactions between students of diverse backgrounds.
- Coordinated and monitored various group events.
- Helped in forming plans addressing disruptive student conduct.
- Maintained an enjoyable environment while upholding safety standards.
- Monitored participant involvement consistently.
- Aided children in completing homework.
- Transported students safely from the various schools.
- Facilitated creative activities, such as painting and crafting.
- Cultivated encouraging behavior among children.
- Handled administrative duties including attendance tracking and log updates.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Theatre/Mass Media
College of The Ozarks
Point Lookout, MO06-1995
High School Diploma -
Palestine High School
Palestine, IL06-1993
Skills
- Certified Paraprofessional
- Licensed Realtor (Previously)
- Google Classroom
- Google Docs
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Suite
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Teams
Timeline
Instructional Teaching Assistant
Lex/Rich School District 5
08.2017 - 06.2022
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Services
08.2014 - 06.2017
After School Counselor
YMCA
05.2011 - 07.2013
Some College (No Degree) - Theatre/Mass Media
College of The Ozarks
High School Diploma -
Palestine High School
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