Jamie Vollmer
Culver,OR
Summary
Enthusiastic Teaching Assistant with significant classroom experience and dedication to student success. Helps teachers manage high workloads and demanding targets by handling diverse support tasks. Great with students and excels at multitasking.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Assistant
Culver School District #4
10.2019 - Current
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Collaborated with other instructional assistants and teachers to provide comprehensive support to students and deliver instruction aligned with curriculum standards.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
- Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Created lesson materials, visuals, and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans.
- Assisted with classroom technology to prepare students with skills needed to succeed in technology-rich world.
- Provided performance feedback to help students understand strengths and areas for improvement.
- Supported English Language Learners (ELLs) to deliver high-quality education for students learning English.
- Organized and led practice, research and lab assignments.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
- Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Developed materials for classroom teachers to support instruction, lab work or in-class activities.
- Taught courses under guidance of senior instructors.
- Handled class records for attendance, assignment grades and course participation scores.
- Shared important information with students concerning upcoming assignments and tests.
Assistant Manager
Clark's Lawn And Garden Equipment
09.2016 - 06.2018
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
Homeschool Teacher
None
09.2014 - 06.2017
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Researched and chose appropriate curriculum to meet children's abilities and grade levels.
- Researched multiple curricula, methodologies and perspectives as part of educational planning.
- Organized hands-on instructional activities to supplement textbook instruction to engage and motivate students.
- Adapted teaching methods and lesson plans to changing student needs.
- Graded homework, quizzes, classwork and exams to report on progress of student achievements.
- Led groups of students on field trips to enriching destinations, introducing to new experiences and broadening education.
- Submitted and assembled student portfolios for local school district to satisfy legal guidelines.
- Attended textbooks fairs and homeschool meetings to understand different approaches to subject matter.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ03.2024
Skills
- Educational Settings
- Instructional Assistance
- Teacher Collaboration
- Learning Modality Expertise
- Student Learning Support
- Positive Learning Environment
- Instructional Techniques
- IEP Adherence
- Lesson Development
- Classroom Management
- Student Assessment
- Mathematics Instruction
- Creating Visual Displays
- Field Trip Monitoring
- Games and Manipulatives
- Small Group Instruction
- Learner Engagement
- Student Health and Safety
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Multicultural Awareness
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- Computer and Microsoft Office Skills
- Creating a Safe Learning Environment
- Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
Timeline
Instructional Assistant
Culver School District #4
10.2019 - Current
Assistant Manager
Clark's Lawn And Garden Equipment
09.2016 - 06.2018
Homeschool Teacher
None
09.2014 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Phoenix
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