Jennifer Tyler
Midlothian,VA
Summary
I am currently working at Reams Elementary, in the ASOL room. I love my kids as my own. As a parent of special needs children, I come from the parents perspective when teaching my work kiddos. I strive to make them feel like school is another home and they can just be themselves.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Assistant
Chesterfield County Schools
Midlothian, VIRGINIA
03.2020 - Current
- Provided individual and small group instruction to students with disabilities in the areas of reading, math, and writing.
- Organized instructional materials and activities for special education classrooms.
- Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and modifying curriculum.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers regarding student achievement.
- Conducted assessments of student skills to identify needs and develop instructional plans.
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure that all students had access to a quality educational program.
- Maintained records of student performance according to school policies and procedures.
- Attended training sessions on best practices for working with students with special needs.
- Developed positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, administrators, and community partners.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by the teacher or behavioral specialist.
- Supported classroom teachers by supervising students during lunch and recess periods or field trips.
- Assisted teachers in providing accommodations for students who need additional support.
- Organized data collection systems using technology such as spreadsheets or databases.
- Utilized a variety of teaching methods such as cooperative learning or differentiated instruction.
- Encouraged collaboration among peers within the classroom setting.
- Researched new technologies for use in the classroom environment.
- Provided support services such as tutoring or guidance counseling when needed.
- Provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons.
- Delivered instruction individually or in small groups with support from instructor.
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
- Monitored students in class, hallways and cafeteria to enforce school rules.
- Evaluated individual student needs and assessed academic and social situations to address challenges and goals.
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
- Complied with instructor-developed IEPs and made informed recommendations for adjustments.
- Cleaned and organized classrooms, materials and supplies.
- Distributed classroom materials, pencils, paper and art materials.
- Distributed textbooks, workbooks, papers and pencils to students.
- Used lectures, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods to present subject matter to students under direction and guidance of teachers.
- Leveraged evidence-based techniques to foster academic progress, social inclusion and critical thinking.
- Notified instructors of errors or problems with assignments.
- Set up and assisted with audiovisual equipment operation.
- Contributed to development of syllabi, visual aids, answer keys, supplementary notes and class discussion topics.
- Scheduled teaching observations to receive supervisor feedback about teaching performance.
Manager
Dunkin' Donuts
Midlothian, VIRGINIA
06.2010 - 04.2016
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Created monthly reports for senior management summarizing operational performance metrics.
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
Education
Certificate - Medical Assisting
Virginia College - Birmingham
Birmingham, AL06.2019
High School Diploma -
Manchester High School
Midlothian, VA06.2008
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VASkills
- Teacher Support and Collaboration
- Reading and Writing Support
- Organization and Prioritization
- Supervising Student Activities
- IEP Adherence
- Individual Student Assistance
- Faculty Support
- Computer Skills
- Effective Communication
- Classroom Support
- Classroom Inclusion
- Classroom Technology
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Relationship Building
- Helping Students With Special Needs
- Student Supervision
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Teacher Support
- Student Health and Safety
- Supply Restocking
- Conflict Resolution
- Special Education Support
- CPR and First Aid
- Friendly and Outgoing
- Student Needs Support
- Classroom Organization
- Faculty Collaboration
Timeline
Instructional Assistant
Chesterfield County Schools
03.2020 - Current
Manager
Dunkin' Donuts
06.2010 - 04.2016
Certificate - Medical Assisting
Virginia College - Birmingham
High School Diploma -
Manchester High School
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Liberty University