Heaven Waasiikwe Fleming
Hayward,WI
Summary
Motivated Teacher's Assistant with a strong commitment to enhancing Ojibwe language education and student success. Proficient in classroom organization, supply management, and activity planning. Demonstrated abilities in tutoring, recordkeeping, and effective time management.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Paraprofessional
Waadookodaading Ojibwe Language Institute
Hayward, WI
08.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with other paraprofessionals, teachers, administrators, and parents to provide an optimal learning experience for students.
- Supervised recess activities to ensure the safety of all students.
- Assisted teachers in preparing lesson plans and instructional materials.
- Participated in culturally related staff development activities as assigned by school administration.
- Prepared Ojibwemowin visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to foster learning.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support.
- Monitored students in class, hallways, and cafeteria to enforce school rules.
- Cleaned and organized classrooms, materials, and supplies.
- Facilitated communication between students, teachers, and parents to support student success.
- Graded assignments and tests and documented results into filing systems.
- Prepared reports summarizing student performance data from assessments and classroom observations.
- Instructed students in basic skills such as reading comprehension, writing techniques, and mathematics in the Ojibwe Language.
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club of Lac Courte Oreilles
Hayward, WI
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Supported teens in making healthy lifestyle choices.
- Developed strategies to motivate disengaged or struggling youth.
- Encouraged positive behavior by setting expectations and providing feedback.
- Organized recreational activities such as sports tournaments, movie nights, field trips, and other events.
- Developed and facilitated educational programs focused on life skills, vocational training, health education, conflict resolution, and other relevant topics.
- Promoted positive self-esteem among all participants through encouraging words and affirmations.
- Collaborated with community organizations to create additional resources for youths' development.
Substitute Preschool Teacher
LCO HeadStart Early HeadStart
Hayward, Wisconsin
02.2021 - 05.2022
- Planned and facilitated activities that promote physical, social, emotional and cognitive development of preschoolers.
- Read stories aloud to young learners while promoting literacy skills through interactive questioning techniques.
- Worked one-on-one with struggling students to help them understand difficult concepts or complete assignments.
- Assisted with snack time by helping children open food packages, pouring milk or juice.
- Organized materials necessary for daily activities such as art projects or science experiments.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Engaged students in discussions to promote interest and drive learning.
- Managed classroom environments to ensure a safe and productive learning experience.
- Assessed student understanding through informal and formal methods.
- Remained up-to-date with emergency procedures to keep students and staff safe in emergency events.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
Student Success Coach
UW-Superior TRIO Student Support Services
Superior, WI
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Assisted students in developing plans for academic success, including goal setting, time management, and organization.
- Provided individualized coaching to students on academic success strategies and study skills.
- Developed relationships with faculty members to better understand student needs and help them succeed academically.
- Conducted one-on-one meetings with students to discuss their progress towards achieving academic goals.
- Promoted the use of campus resources that support student learning outcomes and overall well-being.
- Counseled students on how to effectively manage stress and anxiety related to academics.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Wisconsin-Superior
Superior, WI12-2025
High School Diploma -
Drummond Area School District
Drummond, WI05-2019
Skills
- Positive behavior support
- Student engagement
- Educational assessment
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Cultural awareness
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Basic Ojibwe Language Skills
- Effective communication
- Student assessment
- Behavioral support
- Culturally responsive teaching
- Conflict resolution
- Planning
Affiliations
- UW-Superior Native Nations Student Organization Member
- Sewing Groups
- Beading Groups
- Leisure Book Club
Accomplishments
- The 2023 University of Wisconsin-Superior Outstanding Women of Color in Education Award Recipient
- UW-Milwaukee Electa Quinney Institute Leaders and Teachers from the Good Land Scholarship Recipient
Languages
Ojibwemowin
Professional
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Instructional Paraprofessional
Waadookodaading Ojibwe Language Institute
08.2022 - Current
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club of Lac Courte Oreilles
06.2022 - 09.2022
Substitute Preschool Teacher
LCO HeadStart Early HeadStart
02.2021 - 05.2022
Student Success Coach
UW-Superior TRIO Student Support Services
09.2020 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Wisconsin-Superior
High School Diploma -
Drummond Area School District
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