Experienced professional focused on meeting or exceeding objectives seeking Assistant Teacher position. Offers advanced training and knowledge of industry best practices. Recognized for leadership, planning abilities and clear, direct communication style.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Youth Program Assistant
Department Of Defense
Ft.Belvoir, VA
05.2015 - Current
Assisted with youth development and other recreation programs to improve quality of camper experience.
Recommended activities, equipment and supplies for programs and identified vendors to furnish materials.
Communicated effectively with children, fellow staff members and parents by utilizing active listening and interpersonal skills.
Developed and implemented fun, educational activities for children of varying ages.
Delivered high level of care, assistance and supervision to children in compliance with organization's rules and policies.
Provided parents and guardians with written weekly progress reports for each child.
Educated potential participants on available services and processes to engage in program.
Worked with clients to improve life choices and maximize benefits of programs.
Compiled socioeconomic data for specific program eligibility determinations and large-scale research purposes.
Lead Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
Springfield, VA
09.2013 - 05.2015
Chose optimum curriculum for each class and devised creative daily lesson plans to meet requirements and needs of different learners.
Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
Increased student involvement in program offerings through strategic redesign of program processes and methods.
Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
Teacher Assistant
Annandale United Methodist Church Preschool
Annandale, VA
10.2010 - 07.2013
Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support to maintain student progress and development.
Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on details such as behavior, grades, comprehension and personal growth.
Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes, consistently noting successful ideas and identifying areas for improvement.
Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
Sales Associate
Macys Inc.
Alexandria, VA
07.2009 - 10.2010
Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Prepared large cash deposits with zero discrepancies.
Evaluated inventory and delivery needs and optimized strategies to meet customer demands.
Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
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