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Erica Thompson

Cortland

Summary

Dedicated teaching assistant skilled in classroom management, individualized instruction, and student support. Proven ability to facilitate engaging learning activities and foster positive relationships with students, parents, and staff.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Teaching Assistant

Cortland Enlarged City Schools
Cortland
09.2018 - Current
  • Implemented educational activities that engaged students in hands-on learning.
  • Supported students with individualized instruction and academic guidance.
  • Instructed students individually or in groups to reinforce learning concepts.
  • Monitored student progress and provided targeted feedback to enhance understanding and academic growth.
  • Facilitated small group instruction sessions on various topics.
  • Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
  • Provided one-on-one support for special needs students.
  • Encouraged students to take an active role in their own learning process.
  • Collaborated with staff to create a positive learning environment.
  • Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
  • Communicated regularly with parents about their child's progress in school.
  • Facilitated communication between teachers, parents, and administrators.
  • Organized student performance and enrichment activities to facilitate learning.
  • Coordinated and created age-appropriate enrichment activities to foster social, emotional, and intellectual development among students.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all students while adhering to school policies and procedures.
  • Supervised children during recreational activities to ensure safety and engagement. and participated with children in activities.
  • Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet the varying needs of individual students.
  • Graded assignments and tests and documented results into filing systems.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance and performance.
  • Monitored student progress by keeping detailed records of academic performance.
  • Facilitated group discussions among students to encourage critical thinking skills.
  • Assisted teachers in generating instructional materials and preparing lesson plans, contributing to effective class preparation and student engagement.
  • Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and providing instructional materials.
  • Developed instructional materials and visual aids to supplement lesson plans.
  • Prepared lesson materials and visual aids to reinforce lesson concepts.
  • Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
  • Conducted literature and resource research to support classroom projects.
  • Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching techniques.
  • Utilized technology resources such as computers, tablets, projectors and interactive whiteboards.
  • Managed the distribution and collection of textbooks and other teaching materials.
  • Managed classroom supplies inventory including textbooks, manipulatives and audiovisual equipment.
  • Distributed and collected tests and homework to prepare for grading by head teacher.
  • Enforced rules for behavior and established expectations for student conduct in accordance with school guidelines.
  • Contributed to positive, educational setting by delivering gentle discipline and promoting student success.
  • Acted as a liaison between students and faculty, facilitating communication and understanding.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and teachers.
  • Performed clerical duties such as filing and organizing documents to support teachers., managed classrooms, and coordinated documents for teachers.
  • Conducted literature and resource research to support classroom projects.
  • Communicated regularly with parents about their child's progress in school.
  • Acted as a liaison between students and faculty, facilitating communication and understanding.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and teachers.
  • Developed instructional materials and visual aids to supplement lesson plans.
  • Managed the distribution and collection of textbooks and other teaching materials.

General Education Subsitute Long Term Teacher

Cortland Enlarged City Schools
Cortland
09.2025 - 06.2026

Delivered daily instruction in reading, writing, and math, fostering student engagement and managing behavior. Established consistent routines to enhance classroom environment and engagement. Administered tests and assessments, evaluated classwork, and maintained accurate records to support student learning. Communicated with parents about student behavior and academic progress regularly. Collaborated with colleagues in team meetings to align curriculum and share effective teaching strategies.

  • Developed lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards and student needs.
  • Facilitated engaging classroom activities to enhance student participation and learning.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects for diverse learners.

Pre- K Teacher

Child Development Center
Cortland
06.2024 - 08.2024

Implemented age appropriate curriculum that meets early learning standards.

Implemented play-based learning activities to engage children in educational experiences. Utilized creative methods like storytelling and arts and crafts and interactive games to teach numbers, colors, shapes and the alphabets.

Helped children develop fine motor skills using scissors holding a pencil and gross motor skills ( running, jumping, during outdoor play.)..Helped create an environment where children learned to share and cooperate and express their feelings and respect their peers.

Encouraged self care and positive reinforcement.

Built routines and established classroom management and safety using daily routines and rule enforcement.

Progress tracking, observed and evaluated individual students' cognitive and developmental progress through work and samples and regular tracking. Maintained open engagement with family.

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Education

Bachelor of Science - Educational Studies

SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY
12-2027

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Tompkins Cortland Community College
Dryden, NY
05-2017

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Tompkins Cortland Community College
Dryden, NY
05-2007

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Lesson planning
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Student assessment
  • Individualized instruction
  • Communication skills development
  • Formative assessment
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Test administration
  • Summative assessment
  • Cooperative learning
  • Grading procedures
  • Literacy strategies
  • Grading assignments
  • Curriculum implementation
  • Parent communication
  • Communication skills
  • Instructional methods

Timeline

General Education Subsitute Long Term Teacher

Cortland Enlarged City Schools
09.2025 - 06.2026

Pre- K Teacher

Child Development Center
06.2024 - 08.2024

Teaching Assistant

Cortland Enlarged City Schools
09.2018 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Educational Studies

SUNY Empire State College

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Tompkins Cortland Community College

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Tompkins Cortland Community College
Erica Thompson