Dayna Lamothe
Bowling Green,KY
Summary
Proven instructional assistant with a track record of enhancing student achievement at Bowling Green Independent Schools through effective communication and classroom organization. Collaborated closely with teachers, employing both individual and small group assistance to meet diverse needs. Demonstrated a calm and patient demeanor, significantly improving student engagement and progress. Enthusiastic Teaching Assistant with significant classroom experience and dedication to student success. Helps teachers manage high workloads and demanding targets by handling diverse support tasks. Great with students and excels at multitasking.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Assistant
Bowling Green Independent Schools
08.2021 - Current
- 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 support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, enabling them to achieve academic success.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Monitored student progress through ongoing assessments, adjusting instruction as needed for optimal growth.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Prepared instructional materials such as worksheets, visuals aids, or manipulatives according to teacher directives for effective lesson execution.
Teacher
Head Start Program
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Instructional Assistant
Warren County Schools
07.2014 - 08.2019
- Provided one-on-one assistance in academic subjects such as reading, writing, math, and social studies to help students achieve their full potential.
- Participated actively in professional development opportunities focused on best practices in special education instruction and support services.
- Monitored student performance through ongoing assessment and data collection, adjusting instruction as needed for optimal growth.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Family And Consumer Sciences And Child Development
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY05.1989
Skills
- Classroom Organization
- Effective Communication
- Small Group Instruction
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Conflict Resolution
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Teacher Collaboration
Timeline
Instructional Assistant
Bowling Green Independent Schools
08.2021 - Current
Teacher
Head Start Program
08.2019 - 08.2021
Instructional Assistant
Warren County Schools
07.2014 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Family And Consumer Sciences And Child Development
Western Kentucky University
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