Jocelyn Ralston
Aumsville,OR
Summary
Dedicated professional with a proven track record, enhancing student engagement and classroom dynamics through innovative strategies and positive reinforcement. Skilled in child development and classroom organization, I excel in creating supportive educational environments. CPR and First Aid training complements my ability to maintain safety and promote health.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher's Aide
Redeemer Lutheran Preachool
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Assisted teacher with supervision and care of children.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Distributed learning materials such as worksheets, workbooks and crafts supplies.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Monitored proper hygiene after bathroom breaks.
Teacher's Aide
Head Start
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Participated in ongoing professional development to stay up-to-date on best practices in early childhood education.
- Improved classroom management through the use of positive reinforcement strategies and clear expectations.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, performance data, and other relevant information for reporting purposes.
- Promoted social-emotional development in students by incorporating character education lessons into daily curriculum.
- Increased student participation by implementing interactive and hands-on learning activities.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to create an engaging, inclusive educational environment for all students.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
Private Childcare Provider
John and Germaine Silver
08.2016 - 08.2019
- Safely transported children to and from school and daycare.
- Promoted healthy eating habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children.
- Worked with parents one-on-one to address individual needs of children in care.
- Played engaging, age-appropriate games to entertain and educate children.
- Encouraged children to transition from diapers and assisted in development of good restroom habits.
- Maintained safe environment by keeping watchful eye on children.
- Supported young children through development of life skills such as taking turns, resolving conflict, and expressing emotions appropriately.
Preschool Teacher's Aide
Salem Academy Christian Schools
10.2011 - 05.2012
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
- Organized classroom stations to maintain an inviting learning environment.
Office Specialist
DMV Headquarters
11.2000 - 01.2005
- Provided microfilm and microfiche records to internal units, courts, law enforcement, and the general public.
- Certified, distributed, faxed, and mailed docents in a timely manner.
- Billed customers for internal and external records requests.
- Photo copied documents and distributed them appropriately.
- Maintained security of DMV records by blocking personal and confidential record information.
- Ordered supplies for the records department.
- Opened and sorted mail.
Commercial Lines Processor
Country Companies Insurance
11.1998 - 09.2000
- Maintained confidentiality of customer finances and records.
- Typed insurance policies and mailed to appropriate people.
- Sent correct endorsements according to each policy.
- Entered coding to produce bills to be mailed.
- Provided excellent customer service.
Education
Liberal Arts And General Studies
Seattle Pacific University
Seattle, WACertificate Of Completion - Office Automation
Business Computer Training Institute
Salem, OR05.1998
High School Diploma -
Sprague High School
Salem, OR06.1996
Skills
- Patience and Empathy
- Positive Reinforcement
- Child Development Understanding
- Teacher Support
- Student Engagement
- Classroom Organization
- Small Group Instruction
- Collaboration with teachers
- Behavior monitoring
- Student Support
- One-to-One Instruction
- Behavior Management
Timeline
Teacher's Aide
Redeemer Lutheran Preachool
08.2023 - 05.2024
Teacher's Aide
Head Start
09.2020 - 06.2021
Private Childcare Provider
John and Germaine Silver
08.2016 - 08.2019
Preschool Teacher's Aide
Salem Academy Christian Schools
10.2011 - 05.2012
Office Specialist
DMV Headquarters
11.2000 - 01.2005
Commercial Lines Processor
Country Companies Insurance
11.1998 - 09.2000
Liberal Arts And General Studies
Seattle Pacific University
Certificate Of Completion - Office Automation
Business Computer Training Institute
High School Diploma -
Sprague High School