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Jennifer Smith

Saluda,SC

Summary

  • Dedicated and mindful Teaching Assistant offers passionate and informed support for students and staff. Experienced interpersonal communicator addresses unique queries within educational settings and accommodates staff curriculum requirements.
  • Passionate Teaching Assistant offering 1-year /9 yrs substitute background working with students at elementary and middle school levels. Skilled in assisting teachers with classroom functions, lesson planning and individual and group instruction. Talented in using various strategies to model positive behavior and maintain classroom discipline.
  • Knowledgeable about maintaining organized inventories and handling custodial requirements of commercial building bathrooms, workspaces and customer areas. Experienced team player with strong service record, good organizational skills and productive approach to handling simultaneous tasks. Focused on always producing high-quality and professional results.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nutrition Tech Assistant/Custodian

Gleamns Headstart
09.2016 - Current
  • Promoted building security by locking doors and checking electrical appliances for safety hazards.
  • Maintained optimal supply levels to meet daily and special cleaning needs.
  • Identified repair needs and major maintenance concerns, and escalated issues to management.
  • Used organic-based chemicals to disinfect floors, counters and furniture.
  • Used vacuum and shampooers to clean carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors.
  • Followed safety standards and established SOPs when handling, mixing and storing hazardous chemicals.
  • Cleaned walls and ceilings with special reach tools following regular schedule.
  • Used hand trucks or manually lifted supplies, equipment and heavy furniture.

Teacher's Assistant

Gleamns Headstart
09.2015 - 09.2016
  • Supervised residential and day treatment children during class and on field trips.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
  • Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
  • Attended training classes, parent conferences and faculty meetings to stay up-to-date on student progress.
  • Helped teachers recognize learning issues evidenced in one-to-one support instruction.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
  • Studied and implemented latest information on specific subjects and learning strategies.

Substitute Teacher/WIA Program

Gleamns Headstart
04.2005 - 05.2011
  • Incorporated technology into learning to enhance student engagement and learning.
  • Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
  • Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
  • Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to students, parents and school administrators.
  • Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
  • Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.

Education

CDA Child Development Associate Credential - Kindergarten And Preschool Education

Council For Professional
Washington, DC
01.2023

Praxis - Paraprofessional Assessment

Lexington County School District3
Lexington, Sc
07.2018

GED -

Bamberg Job Corps Center
Bamberg, SC
11.2011

Skills

  • Minor Repairs
  • Company Quality Standards
  • Janitorial Duties
  • Sweeping and Mopping
  • Bloodborne Pathogens
  • Fire Safety Regulations
  • Time Management
  • Drive Vehicles
  • HAZMAT Knowledge
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Cleaning and Sanitizing
  • Timely Paperwork Completion
  • Safety Protocols
  • Hazardous Chemical Handling
  • Policy and Procedure Enforcement
  • Class Coordination
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Behavioral Modeling
  • Classroom Supervision
  • Behavior Redirection
  • Activity Planning and Execution
  • Fine Motor Skills
  • Educational Settings
  • Cpr/First Aid Certification
  • Teach Social Skills
  • Experience with Diverse Student Populations
  • School Policy and Rules Enforcement
  • Positive Learning Environment
  • Organizational and Planning Skills

Accomplishments

  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.

Certification

  • CPR Training - 2yrs
  • CDA Training - 3yrs
  • Licensed ClassC CDL - 5yrs

Timeline

Nutrition Tech Assistant/Custodian

Gleamns Headstart
09.2016 - Current

Teacher's Assistant

Gleamns Headstart
09.2015 - 09.2016

Substitute Teacher/WIA Program

Gleamns Headstart
04.2005 - 05.2011

CDA Child Development Associate Credential - Kindergarten And Preschool Education

Council For Professional

Praxis - Paraprofessional Assessment

Lexington County School District3

GED -

Bamberg Job Corps Center

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