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Elizabeth Shadow
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher Assistant
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
A neurodivergent college graduate dedicated to using lived experience to better support the lives of children and adults alike through active listening skills, empathy, and patience. Willing to share personal life experiences to connect with others in need no matter where their journey in life is to foster an environment of trust for both care provider and client. Extensive background knowledge in psychology, psychiatry, therapy, special education, childcare, and child development.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Early Childhood SpEd Teacher Assistant
Fort Worth Independent School District
Fort Worth, TX
08.2023 - Current
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Fostered inclusive classroom environment where all students felt valued and respected regardless of their abilities or differences.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Applied proven strategies to improve students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with neuro-developmental disabilities, enabling them to excel in classroom.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples in lesson plans.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
Montessori Preschool Teacher Assistant
Trail Lake Montessori Preschool
Fort Worth, TX
07.2020 - 07.2023
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Encouraged students' academic, social, and emotional progress.
- Applied combinations of work and play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and preschool management.
- Ensured that all work, play, and eating areas were safe and sanitized at all times.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, colors, and letters.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Assisted and supervised children ages 18 months to five years through entire school day, classroom sizes ranging from six students to 13 students.
Shift Leader
Smoothie King
Fort Worth, TX
03.2019 - 07.2020
- Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Managed shift operations, supplied resources and monitored team performance to keep business profitable and running smoothly.
- Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Excelled in upselling and generating commission tips for all team members.
- Excelled in customer service techniques.
- Retail experiences were gained and mastered.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Integrative Studies
University of North Texas
Denton, TX 08.2020 - 12.2022
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Tarrant County College District
Fort Worth, TX 08.2016 - 12.2019
High School Diploma -
TCC South/FWISD Collegiate High School
Fort Worth, TX 08.2016 - 12.2019
Skills
Active Listening
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Certification
Food Handlers
Interests
Psychology
Psychiatry
Autism
ADHD
Therapy
Childcare
Special Education
Child Development
Timeline
CPI
02-2024
Early Childhood SpEd Teacher Assistant
Fort Worth Independent School District
08.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Integrative Studies
University of North Texas
08.2020 - 12.2022
Montessori Preschool Teacher Assistant
Trail Lake Montessori Preschool
07.2020 - 07.2023
CPR
07-2020
Food Handlers
07-2019
Shift Leader
Smoothie King
03.2019 - 07.2020
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Tarrant County College District
08.2016 - 12.2019
High School Diploma -
TCC South/FWISD Collegiate High School
08.2016 - 12.2019
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