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Dontelle Alston

Tinton Falls,NJ

Summary

Goal-orientated substitute teacher caring with students of different learning levels and backgrounds. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or teacher being with timely support. Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials. Energetic teacher assistant committed to encouraging intellectual, social, and emotional development in children. Hands-on experience assisting in lesson planning, preparing the classroom for activities, and assisting children with meals.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Teaching Assistant

Monmouth Day Care Center
Red Bank, NJ
09.2014 - 12.2016
  • Engaged with children on an individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness
  • Assisted in the preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition

Teacher Assistant

Goddard School
Tinton Falls, NJ
09.2013 - 12.2014
  • Ensured classroom remained clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Distributed classroom materials like pencils, paper, and crayons.
  • Monitored all students in the classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teachers.
  • Assisted lead teacher with lesson plan creation and material development.
    Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing assignments.

Teacher Assistant

Salvation Army Thrift Store
Red Bank, NJ
12.2004 - 12.2011
  • Proved Successful working within tight ; deadline and a fast paced environment.
  • Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational report
  • Coordinated activities of subordinate personnel to support mission success.
  • Led team in developing strategics plans to meet operational objective

assist children with homework and activities

Teaching Assistant

KinderCare Learning Centers
Lincroft, NJ
01.2006 - 01.2009
  • Provided support for the Lead Teacher.
  • Monitored and supervised the children constantly.
  • Assisted the Lead Teacher in maintaining a safe and positive environment.
  • Cultivated relationships with children, parents, and guardians.
  • Alerted the childcare Lead Teacher to emergencies.
  • Prepared and serving meals and snacks.
  • Greeted parents and addressed children by their name.
  • Adhered to procedures in preparing a bottle or changing a diaper.
  • Assisted with sand, water, or playground activities.
  • Assisted in putting children to sleep.

Camp Counselor

Salvation Army
Red Bank, NJ
06.2001 - 12.2004
  • Proved successful working within tight deadline and fasted/paced environment
  • Handled administrative requirements, maintained records submitted operational reports.
  • Coordinated activities to subordinate personnel to support mission success
  • Lead team in developing strategic plans to operational objectives

Education

High School Diploma -

Red Bank Regional High School
Little Silver, NJ
06-2006

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Brookdale Community College
Lincroft, NJ

Skills

  • Student and Parent Relations
  • Material Preparation
  • Attendance Tracking
  • Student Assessments
  • Classroom Supply Management
  • Student Supervision

Timeline

Teaching Assistant

Monmouth Day Care Center
09.2014 - 12.2016

Teacher Assistant

Goddard School
09.2013 - 12.2014

Teaching Assistant

KinderCare Learning Centers
01.2006 - 01.2009

Teacher Assistant

Salvation Army Thrift Store
12.2004 - 12.2011

Camp Counselor

Salvation Army
06.2001 - 12.2004

High School Diploma -

Red Bank Regional High School

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Brookdale Community College
Dontelle Alston