Erin Sawyer
Magnolia
Summary
Dynamic Assistant Teacher with a proven track record at Stark County Board of Developmental Disabilities, excelling in lesson planning and parent-teacher communication. Enhanced student engagement through individualized education plans and positive reinforcement, fostering a safe and supportive learning environment. Committed to child development and effective behavior modification strategies.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Stark County Board Of Developmental Disabilities
08.2016 - Current
- Supported children''s social and emotional growth by implementing creative play opportunities and group activities.
- Assisted lead teacher in developing age-appropriate curriculum to support child development milestones.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Established strong relationships with families by actively participating in school events such as open houses and parent-teacher conferences.
- Stayed up to date on cecertifications
- Enhanced classroom management skills, creating a positive learning environment for students.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive activities and hands-on learning experiences in lesson plans.
- Provided individualized attention to students who required additional support in meeting academic goals.
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
- Help diaper and change children everyday
Assistant Teacher
Meyers Lake YMCA
08.2014 - 08.2016
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Help run small group activities
- Work one-on-one with children who need extra assistant.
- Fill out daily sheets
- Write incident reports when needed
- Help prepare and clean rooms before and after school.
- Make daily snack bins.
- Supported students with special needs, implementing strategies to facilitate their participation and learning.
- Assisted in organizing and supervising school events and field trips, ensuring safe and educational experience for all students.
Classroom Closer
The Goddard School
08.2013 - 08.2014
- Enhanced cleanliness and hygiene by regularly sanitizing classroom surfaces, furniture, and equipment.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate attendance records and monitoring student progress throughout the school year.
- Assisted in preparing the classroom environment for special events or celebrations, creating festive decorations and arranging materials needed for activities.
- Served as a positive role model for students, demonstrating strong work ethic, patience, and kindness throughout the school day.
- Developed strong relationships with parents by providing regular updates on their child''s development and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Supported lead teacher in developing lesson plans, focusing on individualized learning for each child.
- Managed student behavior effectively, implementing consistent rules and expectations to maintain a structured learning environment.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Organized snack time and nap hours.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Worked with infant to kindergarten
Education
Early Childhood Education Intervention Specialist
Stark State College
Canton, OH01-2016
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Behavior modification
- Behavior modeling
- Individualized education plans
- Safe learning environment
- Classroom restocking
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving
- Certified in first aid until 2026
- Certified in CPR until 2027
- Certified in communicable disease prevention
- Annual child abuse training
- Med Certified Yearly
- Team collaboration
- Positive learning environment
- Positive reinforcement
- Child development
- Co-teaching and Co-planning
- Student support
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Stark County Board Of Developmental Disabilities
08.2016 - Current
Assistant Teacher
Meyers Lake YMCA
08.2014 - 08.2016
Classroom Closer
The Goddard School
08.2013 - 08.2014
Early Childhood Education Intervention Specialist
Stark State College
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