Destiny Fleming
Bentonia,Mississippi
Summary
Patient inspiring teacher and mother who enjoys working with students of different learning levels and backgrounds. Always ready to step in and positively impact students learning or teacher wellbeing with timely support. Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant/Student Teaching
Clinton Park Elementary
07.2023 - Current
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Provided instructional support to students unable to attend regular classes.
- Supported planning and preparation for culturally-diverse class sessions.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
- Handled class records for attendance, assignment grades and course participation scores.
- Shared important information with students concerning upcoming assignments and tests.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Taught courses under guidance of senior instructors.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Improved overall class participation by implementing group activities and project-based learning.
Student Teaching Observations
Yazoo County, Warren County, Clinton Schools,
01.2020 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
In Home Daycare
Self Employed
01.2019 - 08.2022
- Logged information regarding naps, feedings and any medications administered.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
- Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
- Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
- Handled daily administrative tasks efficiently to minimize time away from children.
- Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
- Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
- Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
- Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
- Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling and collaboration with parents.
Medical Assistant
At Home Care
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Supported clinical psychologists through the timely administration and interpretation of psychological assessments.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by utilizing evidence-based therapeutic interventions in individual and group settings.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed, deescalating situations and connecting individuals with appropriate resources for ongoing support.
- Collaborated closely with educators when working with school-aged clients, supporting the integration of therapeutic strategies within classroom settings for optimal results.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Delta State University
Cleveland, MS2024
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Holmes Community College
Goodman, MS01.2020
Medical Assisting
Delta Technical College
Horn Lake, MS01.2012
Skills
- Audio-Visual Demonstrations
- Motivating and Inspiring Students
- Classroom Material Selection
- Maintaining Safe Environment
- Experience with Diverse Student Populations
- Behavior Redirection
- Ensuring Safety and Injury Prevention
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Lesson Planning and Preparation
- Grading Assignments
Accomplishments
Member of the National Society for Leadership and Sucess
Member of Kappa Delta PI honor society
Timeline
Teaching Assistant/Student Teaching
Clinton Park Elementary
07.2023 - Current
Student Teaching Observations
Yazoo County, Warren County, Clinton Schools,
01.2020 - Current
In Home Daycare
Self Employed
01.2019 - 08.2022
Medical Assistant
At Home Care
01.2014 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Delta State University
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Holmes Community College
Medical Assisting
Delta Technical College
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