Darcy Patterson
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate professional with a proven track record at Christel House DORS, enhancing community engagement and supporting student success. Excels in effective communication and classroom organization, demonstrating a calm demeanor and multicultural awareness. Achieved significant improvements in student engagement and academic support through innovative strategies and teacher collaboration.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Assistant
Christel House DORS
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted in planning community events to promote engagement and create a sense of belonging within the school.
- Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
- Supervised students during non-instructional times such as lunch breaks or recess periods, maintaining safety standards at all times.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, enabling them to achieve academic success.
- Prepared instructional materials such as worksheets, visuals aids, or manipulatives according to teacher directives for effective lesson execution.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and instructional support.
Volunteer
Migors Aid Inc.
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Helped students with homework, ensuring their success.
- Taught students English.
Nanny
Self-employeed
05.2021 - 06.2024
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Transition To Teaching-TESOL
Taylor University
Upland, IN10-2025
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies
Maryville University of Saint Louis
St. Louis, MO06-2024
Skills
- Classroom organization
- Effective communication
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Small group and individual assistance
- Computer skills
- Teacher collaboration
- Multicultural awareness
- Grammar teaching
- Speaking practice
Accomplishments
- Received honors three years of college.
- Placed on Dean's List.
Certification
- TEFL certificate from TEFL.org
Timeline
Instructional Assistant
Christel House DORS
07.2024 - Current
Volunteer
Migors Aid Inc.
06.2023 - Current
Nanny
Self-employeed
05.2021 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Transition To Teaching-TESOL
Taylor University
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies
Maryville University of Saint Louis
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