Grace Keys
Lexington,Mississippi
Summary
I am a proactive co-teacher skilled at working with diverse special education students. I have 25 years of experience in assisting classroom teachers, promoting individualized learning techniques, and successful at supporting children's unique needs. I am a well-rounded and a compassionate educator skilled at addressing and assisting in creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. I help provide appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Lastly, I am dedicated in encouraging and motivating students to be the positive version of themselves.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher's Assistant
Holmes County Consolidated School District
Lexington, MS
03.1999 - Current
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
- Utilized behavior management skills to foster environment conducive to student learning.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one assistance to individual students with special needs.
- Assisted special education teachers in instructing students with disabilities in academic, social and behavioral skills.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lexington Manor Assisted Living
Lexington, MS
01.1998 - 05.1999
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
Crew Member
Mcdonalds, PDI FOODS
Camp Pendleton, CA
07.1987 - 09.1987
- Informed customers about daily specials in an engaging manner.
- Adhered to health department regulations regarding food handling procedures.
- Warmly greeted visitors to promote great customer service and positive ordering experience.
- Served food and beverages at take-out counters to provide fast service to waiting guests.
- Talked pleasantly with customers while taking orders and promoted positive image for business.
- Wiped down tables and removed trash and dirty plates to provide clean, welcoming dining environment.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Navy Relief Volunteer
Navy Relief
Camp Pendleton, CA
07.1987 - 09.1987
- Collaborated with other volunteers to create a positive work environment.
- Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe.
- Bagged groceries and non-perishable items for needy families.
- Answered phone calls and took down numbers for supervisors.
- Helped with filing and organizing papers.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA08-2022
Skills
- Behavioral Plan Management
- Progress Monitoring
- Teacher Assistance
- Student Supervision
- Classroom Organization
- Student Engagement
- Assistive Technologies
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Inclusion
- Social Skills Development
Accomplishments
I graduated with honors upon receiving my associates degree.
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Tagalog
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Special Education Teacher's Assistant
Holmes County Consolidated School District
03.1999 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lexington Manor Assisted Living
01.1998 - 05.1999
Crew Member
Mcdonalds, PDI FOODS
07.1987 - 09.1987
Navy Relief Volunteer
Navy Relief
07.1987 - 09.1987
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Liberty University
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