Gina Stuart
Fairfield
Summary
Dedicated Teaching assistant with experience at the Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants, excelling in small group and individual assistance. Proven ability to build relationships and foster self-confidence in students through effective coaching and mentoring. Committed to supporting diverse learners and enhancing their academic skills while demonstrating punctuality and dependability.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
ESL Teacher's Assistant
Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants
01.2023 - Current
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Led small groups to support ESL lessons.
- Implemented hands-on activities to enhance English language literacy.
- Fostered positive interaction and created supportive and collaborative environment.
Mentor/Tutor
School Volunteer Association
01.2017 - 03.2020
- Tutored individual and small groups of children to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence, and build important learning skills.
- Assisted mentees in developing self-confidence and positive self-image.
- Served as role model for mentees by demonstrating strong values and ethical standards.
Tutor Volunteer
Mercy Learning Center
01.2017 - 05.2019
- Facilitated one-on-one tutoring sessions focusing on academic subject areas to prepare for GED testing.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Mentored and coached students with focus on developing independence and self-confidence.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
University of GA
Athens, GA08-2000
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Emory University
Atlanta, GA05-1996
Skills
- Small group and individual assistance
- Teacher support and collaboration
- Coaching and mentoring
- Relationship building
- Punctual and dependable
Timeline
ESL Teacher's Assistant
Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants
01.2023 - Current
Mentor/Tutor
School Volunteer Association
01.2017 - 03.2020
Tutor Volunteer
Mercy Learning Center
01.2017 - 05.2019
Master of Social Work - Social Work
University of GA
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Emory University
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