Kaitlyn Coker
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Dynamic Assistant Teacher from Anns Kids, adept in behavior management and curriculum development, significantly enhanced student engagement and academic performance. Leveraged excellent communication and lesson planning skills to foster a positive learning environment, achieving notable improvements in student motivation and participation.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Anns Kids
11.2021 - Current
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine care for their well-being and academic success.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
- Assisted in implementation of new learning tools, systems and materials.
- Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
- Created visually appealing bulletin boards that showcased student work and reinforced key concepts from lessons.
- Enhanced student motivation by recognizing and rewarding progress and achievements in timely manner.
- Developed and executed lesson plans tailored to meet diverse student needs, fostering inclusive learning environment.
- Supported students with special needs, implementing strategies to facilitate their participation and learning.
- Facilitated small group learning sessions, providing personalized attention to students struggling with course material.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Fostered positive and supportive classroom atmosphere, encouraging student participation and confidence.
Education
High School Diploma -
Walter B. Saul High School
Philadelphia, PA06.2021
Skills
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Behavior Management
- Oral communication
- Lesson Planning
- Small Group Instruction
- Learning support
- Teaching strategies
- Skills Development
- Behavior Modeling
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Individualized Education Plans
- Special Education Support
- Multitasking
- Relationship Building
- Organizational Skills
- Positive Learning Environment
- Positive Reinforcement
- Classroom Management
- Child Development
- Student Engagement
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Anns Kids
11.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Walter B. Saul High School
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