Jamaria Brown
Richmond,VA
Summary
Dedicated educator with several years of experience in instructing students and supporting lead teachers. Proven ability to reinforce lesson information, provide targeted tutoring, and prepare instructional materials. Strong teamwork skills foster effective collaboration with educators to implement structured lesson plans and activities. Committed to enhancing student learning outcomes through innovative support techniques.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-K Instructional Assistant
Baker Elementary School
Sandston, VA
11.2023 - Current
- Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and modifying curriculum.
- Encouraged collaboration among peers within the classroom setting.
- Assisted teachers in providing accommodations for students who need additional support.
- Developed positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, administrators, and community partners.
- Provided individual and small group instruction to students with disabilities in the areas of reading, math, and writing.
- Used lectures, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods to present subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers.
- Participated in IEP meetings, parent conferences, and other meetings as needed.
- Utilized a variety of teaching methods such as cooperative learning or differentiated instruction.
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
- Assisted teachers in developing lesson plans and instructional materials.
Veterinary Assistant
Banfield Animal Hospital
Richmond, VA
11.2021 - Current
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Assisted veterinarians in examining animals.
- Obtained information and history from clients to maintain medical charts.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Released patients to owners with care directions from veterinary staff.
- Communicated with veterinarians and staff members to maintain patient flow.
- Assisted doctors and technicians by soothing upset or frightened animals.
- Organized operating room ahead of procedures and assisted veterinarians during surgeries.
- Administered immunizations, blood plasma and other medications to animals as prescribed by veterinarians.
- Handled and restrained animals following safety requirements and procedures.
- Answered pet owner phone calls and responded to questions while taking messages for staff veterinarians.
Instructional Assistant
Jacob L Adams
Richmond, VA
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons.
- Tutored and assisted children individually and in small groups to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
- Delivered instruction individually or in small groups with support from instructor.
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
- Monitored students in class, hallways and cafeteria to enforce school rules.
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
- Graded assignments and tests and documented results into filing systems.
- Cleaned and organized classrooms, materials and supplies.
- Complied with instructor-developed IEPs and made informed recommendations for adjustments.
Assistant
Virginia veterinary center
Richmond, VA
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Scheduled and coordinated meetings, appointments and travel arrangements for managers or supervisors.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Animal Husbandry Technician
Virginia State University Farm
Petersburg , VA
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Applied knowledge of animal husbandry to meet livestock needs and minimize disease risk.
- Isolated animals with potential contagious diseases to reduce infection risks and monitor disease presentation.
- Took care of 60 animals at once by managing needs such as feeding, grooming and watering.
- Monitored goats health, administered vaccines and injections and took detailed notes on progress against wellness, behavioral and breeding goals.
- Selected animals for breeding and semen specimens, applying knowledge of animals, genealogies, traits and desired offspring characteristics.
- Injected females with prepared semen and biological samples for insemination.
Pet Groomer
PetSmart
Richmond, VA
08.2018 - 09.2020
- Handled pets with gentle demeanor to help animals feel calm and secure.
- Booked grooming appointments and made follow-up phone calls to remind customers of upcoming appointments.
- Consulted with owners and made recommendations on individual grooming needs of pets.
- Bathed and styled pet's fur, inspecting animals for external signs of parasites, disease or injury.
- Cleaned and disinfected kennels and common areas to reduce spread of illness from infected animals.
Team Leader
Target
Richmond , VA
11.2017 - 08.2018
- Offered training and support to keep team members motivated and working toward objectives.
- Mentored newly hired employees on machine operations and implemented training on safety procedures to prevent injuries.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
- Stocked shelves with new merchandise and checked for outdated or damaged items.
- Lifted materials of varied weights on regular basis.
- Maintained neat, safe and orderly workspace to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Assisted customers by locating items and loading heavy purchases in vehicles.
- Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
Cashier Team Lead
Kroger
Richmond, VA
11.2016 - 11.2017
- Answered customer questions and provided store information.
- Assisted with training new cashiers and customer service team members to increase speed of onboarding.
- Scanned, priced and bagged customer groceries quickly to keep lines moving.
- Processed payments promptly for customers to exceed productivity standards.
- Authorized discounts and special actions to resolve customer disputes and maintain satisfaction.
- Assisted management with developing and managing employee improvement strategies to encourage exceptional performance from staff.
- Oversaw work of cashiers to identify strengths and weaknesses in customer service, payment processing or merchandising plans.
- Directed trash removal and sanitation procedures to keep aisles and register area organized.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Virginia State University
Petersburg, VA12-2034
High School Diploma -
JR Tucker High School
Henrico VA06.2018
Skills
- Student inclusion
- Classroom inclusion
- Lesson development
- Classroom support
- IEP adherence
- Classroom management
- Critical thinking
- People skills
- Communication
- Proficient in Microsoft
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Pre-K Instructional Assistant
Baker Elementary School
11.2023 - Current
Instructional Assistant
Jacob L Adams
08.2023 - 11.2023
Assistant
Virginia veterinary center
05.2023 - 10.2023
Animal Husbandry Technician
Virginia State University Farm
09.2022 - 12.2022
Veterinary Assistant
Banfield Animal Hospital
11.2021 - Current
Pet Groomer
PetSmart
08.2018 - 09.2020
Team Leader
Target
11.2017 - 08.2018
Cashier Team Lead
Kroger
11.2016 - 11.2017
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Virginia State University
High School Diploma -
JR Tucker High School
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