Jennifer Casasola
Panorama City,CA
Summary
Coordinated and diligent activity coordinator skilled in student behavior management and redirection. Supports faculty and classroom needs with a proactive and diligent approach. Passionate about helping students and offers proven skills developed over seven years of related experience and versed in school standards and strategies to optimize learning for all students. Goal-oriented [Job Title] 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. Multi-talented [Job Title] with [Number] years of experience directing students and assisting lead teachers. Expert at restating lesson information, tutoring, applying rules and working with struggling students. Team-minded when collaborating with teacher and implementing set lesson plans and classroom activities. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
UTK Instructional AID
LAUSD
Los Angeles, CA
08.2023 - Current
- Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Prepared supplementary materials for diverse learners, helping accommodate varying learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Supervised extracurricular activities to provide students with opportunities to explore interests and develop new skills.
- Enhanced student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and interactive learning tools into lessons.
Primary Promise Math Instructional Aid
LAUSD
Los Angeles, CA
08.2019 - 06.2023
- Led grade-level team meetings to discuss student progress, share effective teaching practices, and coordinate cross-curricular connections in math education.
- Developed innovative resources and tools for enhancing mathematics instruction, including manipulatives, visual aids, and digital materials.
- Developed methods to motivate and engage students in learning.
- Assisted administrators with evaluating teacher performance related to math instruction and providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Led tutoring workshops for groups of students with related tutoring needs.
- Coordinated intervention programs targeting at-risk students with skill gaps in math areas identified through data analysis.
- Implemented formative assessments throughout instructional units to monitor student progress toward mastery of mathematical concepts effectively.
- Facilitated small group and one-on-one tutoring sessions focusing on academic subject areas.
- Created personalized lesson plans to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Assessed student learning needs and provided relevant instruction to close knowledge gaps.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop comprehensive lesson plans, incorporating differentiated instruction to meet diverse student needs.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing coaching and guidance on mathematics instructional strategies.
Teacher's Assistant
LAUSD
Los Angeles, CA
01.2017 - 06.2019
- Developed materials for classroom teachers to support instruction, lab work or in-class activities.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books and materials.
- Helped teachers recognize learning issues evidenced in one-to-one support instruction.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University Northridge
Northridge, CA12.2023
Skills
- Physical Education
- Art and Handcraft Demonstrations
- Classroom Management
- Effective Communication
- Developing Instructional Materials
- Student assessment
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
- Teaching strategies
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Student Needs Support
- Spanish Language Proficiency
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
UTK Instructional AID
LAUSD
08.2023 - Current
Primary Promise Math Instructional Aid
LAUSD
08.2019 - 06.2023
Teacher's Assistant
LAUSD
01.2017 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University Northridge