Deadrea Loyd
Summary
Experienced professional committed to providing students with tools and resources to succeed academically. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or teacher wellbeing with timely support.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Paraprofessional
Atlanta Public Schools - Peyton Forest Elementary
07.2015 - 05.2022
- Aided in conflict resolution between students during challenging situations, promoting harmony within the classroom community.
- Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
- Provided one-on-one instruction for struggling students, improving their overall performance in the classroom.
- Implemented positive reinforcement strategies to promote good behavior and foster a supportive learning atmosphere.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Prepared instructional materials, including visual aids, hands-on resources, and multimedia tools, to support teaching objectives effectively.
- Ensured a clean and orderly classroom environment by maintaining organization and assisting with daily cleaning tasks.
- Encouraged and prepared students to become independent readers through systematic, multi-sensory instruction in phonemic awareness and decoding skills.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of special events, including parent-teacher conferences, open houses, and school-wide activities.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Organized educational field trips, sparking curiosity and enhancing the learning experience beyond the classroom setting.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Pre-K Assistant Teacher
The Wonder Years Childcare Learning Center
10.2007 - 05.2014
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Supported student social-emotional development by providing consistent guidance, modeling appropriate behaviors, and offering empathetic listening skills during challenging situations.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces.
- Assisted lead teacher in daily classroom routines, creating a structured learning environment conducive to student growth.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Organized snack time and nap hours.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Fulton High School
Atlanta, GA06.1983
Skills
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Classroom Computer Maintenance
- Instructional Exhibits and Displays
- ClassDojo
- Art and Handcraft Demonstrations
- Microsoft Word
- Team building
- Data Entry
- Problem-Solving
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
Additional Information
GACE Paraprofessional Certificate
Timeline
Kindergarten Paraprofessional
Atlanta Public Schools - Peyton Forest Elementary
07.2015 - 05.2022
Pre-K Assistant Teacher
The Wonder Years Childcare Learning Center
10.2007 - 05.2014
High School Diploma -
West Fulton High School
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