Jamaria Brown
Richmond,Virginia
Summary
Motivated teacher's assistant with deep passion for helping students excel by supporting teachers and enhancing classroom environments. Proficient in organizing supplies, cleaning rooms, and planning fun activities. Good tutoring, recordkeeping, and time management skills. Versatile professional with several years of experience instructing students and supporting lead teachers. Highly skilled at reinforcing lesson information, tutoring, enforcing rules, and preparing materials. Team player well-versed in coordinating with teacher and carrying out established lesson plans and activities. Attentive paraprofessional educator adept at supporting classroom operations to facilitate a welcoming and positive learning atmosphere for all students. Well-versed in addressing student emotional, academic, and social needs, illustrated many years in similar roles.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teacher
Westview Pre-School
Petersburg , Virginia
03.2025 - Current
- Participated in professional development workshops and seminars related to education and teaching methods.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
Instructional Assistant
Baker Elementary School
Sandston, Virginia
11.2023 - 03.2025
- Provided individual and small group instruction to students with disabilities in the areas of reading, math, and writing.
- Organized instructional materials and activities for special education classrooms.
- Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and modifying curriculum.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers regarding student achievement.
- Conducted assessments of student skills to identify needs and develop instructional plans.
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure that all students had access to a quality educational program.
Instructional Assistant
Jacob Adams Elementary
Richmond, Virginia
08.2022 - 11.2023
- Provided individual and small group instruction to students with disabilities in the areas of reading, math, and writing.
- Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and modifying curriculum.
- Organized instructional materials and activities for special education classrooms.
- Maintained records of student performance according to school policies and procedures.
- Participated in IEP meetings, parent conferences, and other meetings as needed.
- Attended training sessions on best practices for working with students with special needs.
Veterinary Assistant
Banfield The Pet Hospital
Richmond, Virginia
07.2021 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians in examining, diagnosing, and treating animals for various illnesses and injuries.
- Administered vaccinations, medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Provided detailed patient care instructions to pet owners.
- Gathered specimens such as urine, blood and fecal samples for laboratory analysis.
- Prepared laboratory slides for microscopic examinations.
- Cleaned and sterilized exam rooms between appointments.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, microbiology cultures and hematology.
Animal Husbandry Technician
Virginia State University
Richmond, Virginia
09.2022 - 12.2024
- Provided daily care and maintenance of livestock, including feeding, watering, and cleaning of enclosures.
- Observed animals for signs of illness or injury and reported any changes in health to veterinarians.
- Assisted with animal husbandry procedures such as artificial insemination, vaccinations, deworming, hoof trimming, and castration.
- Maintained records on feed consumption, animal weights, reproductive activities, treatments given and other pertinent data.
- Monitored animal behavior closely to detect any abnormalities or changes in condition that may require medical attention.
- Performed routine laboratory tests such as fecal egg counts and blood tests for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
- Assisted with euthanasia when necessary and properly disposed of carcasses according to regulations.
- Developed strategies to improve animal welfare through enrichment programs such as providing toys or adding new structures to enclosures.
Pet Groomer
Pet Smart
Richmond, VA
07.2018 - 12.2020
- Administered flea treatments and other medicated baths to pets as required.
- Cleaned and sanitized all grooming equipment after each use.
- Performed detailed inspections of pets' skin and coat condition during each grooming session.
- Assisted in the selection of appropriate shampoos, conditioners and other grooming products for each pet's individual needs.
- Greeted customers and their pets upon arrival for grooming services.
- Provided bathing, brushing, clipping, trimming, and styling of pet fur coats.
- Maintained accurate records of all services rendered to clients' pets.
- Educated customers on proper home care techniques such as brushing, bathing, and nail trimming between visits.
Team Leader
Taregt
Richmond, VA
11.2017 - 08.2018
- Coordinated team activities and delegated tasks to ensure efficient completion of projects.
- Developed strategies for problem solving and conflict resolution among team members.
- Conducted regular performance reviews to assess individual team member progress.
- Provided coaching and feedback on employee performance, encouraging professional development.
- Created training materials and conducted group trainings on new processes or procedures.
- Assisted with recruitment efforts by interviewing potential candidates and providing input on hiring decisions.
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
Education
Master's Degree - Education
Virginia State University
Petersburg, VA12-2025
Bachelor of Science -
Virginia State University
Petersburg, VA12-2024
High School Diploma -
J.R. Tucker High School
Richmond, VA06-2018
Skills
- Reading and Writing Support
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Classroom Technology
- Student Supervision
- IEP adherence
- Classroom support
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Computer Skills
- Lesson development
Certification
- Red Cross CPR Certified
Timeline
Student Teacher
Westview Pre-School
03.2025 - Current
Instructional Assistant
Baker Elementary School
11.2023 - 03.2025
Animal Husbandry Technician
Virginia State University
09.2022 - 12.2024
Instructional Assistant
Jacob Adams Elementary
08.2022 - 11.2023
Veterinary Assistant
Banfield The Pet Hospital
07.2021 - Current
Pet Groomer
Pet Smart
07.2018 - 12.2020
Team Leader
Taregt
11.2017 - 08.2018
Master's Degree - Education
Virginia State University
Bachelor of Science -
Virginia State University
High School Diploma -
J.R. Tucker High School
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