Jayce Sprague
Battle Ground,WA
Summary
Dedicated Teaching Assistant focused on supporting faculty with classroom needs. Successful at maintaining clean and organized supplies, planning activities and leading field trips. Excellent tutor, record keeper and multitasker. Goal-oriented teachers assistant caring with students of different learning levels and backgrounds. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or teacher wellbeing with timely support. Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Babysitter
Family Friends And Neighbors
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Administered medications, following strict instructions from parents and medical labels.
- Developed strong relationships with families, establishing trust and rapport to provide quality childcare services tailored to individual family requirements.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Enhanced language development by engaging in storytelling, reading books, and encouraging conversation among the children under my care.
- Offered emotional support by actively listening to children''s concerns and responding empathetically while fostering their problem-solving abilities.
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
- Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Assisted in developing self-confidence with age-appropriate responsibilities and chores.
Tutor
Stayton High School
09.2019 - 06.2022
- Taught students remotely using online video chat platform and other delivery channels.
- Promoted critical thinking skills through engaging activities and consistent reinforcement of complex concepts.
- Worked closely with students on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
- Conducted tutoring sessions at schools, homes and public spaces.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
- Enhanced students'' understanding of subject matter by incorporating real-world examples into lessons.
- Established positive relationships with both students and parents, fostering open communication regarding academic progress and goals.
Teacher's Assistant
Stayton High School
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Shared important information with students concerning upcoming assignments and tests.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
Pet Sitter
Family Friends And Neighbors
07.2020 - 09.2020
- Collaborated with other local pet care providers when needed to ensure seamless service continuity for clients in case of scheduling conflicts or personal emergencies.
- Managed inventory, ordered new supplies and maintained optimal storage to meet expected needs.
- Gave medication to pets following guidelines from owners.
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for pets, ensuring their comfort and well-being at all times.
- Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
- Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email, and text.
- Improved overall pet health through consistent exercise routines, promoting weight management and mental stimulation for animals under my care.
- Monitored training, made notes and reported back to guardian regarding progress.
Education
No Degree -
Hockinson High School
Brush Prairie, WA06.2024
Skills
- Emotionally supportive
- Patience and Empathy
- Instilling healthy habits
- Self-confidence Development
- Meal Preparation
- Discipline Programs
- Dependable and Responsible
- Adaptability and Resilience
- Behavior Modeling
- Monitoring screen time
- Critical Thinking
- Reliability and punctuality
Certification
Food Handlers Certifications
Timeline
Babysitter
Family Friends And Neighbors
01.2023 - 07.2023
Teacher's Assistant
Stayton High School
09.2021 - 01.2022
Pet Sitter
Family Friends And Neighbors
07.2020 - 09.2020
Tutor
Stayton High School
09.2019 - 06.2022
No Degree -
Hockinson High School