Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Exceptional children’s teacher assistant
Jackson County Public schools
Sylva, North Carolina
08.2021 - Current
Provided individualized support to special needs students, fostering their ability to overcome school challenges.
Assisted lead teacher in developing engaging lesson plans and facilitating interactive classroom activities.
Assisted students with academic tasks and personal development.
Organized classroom materials and resources for effective learning.
Worked with teachers to adjust instructional strategies for diverse learners.
Monitored student behavior and maintained positive classroom environment.
Prepared lesson materials and visual aids to reinforce lesson concepts.
Created and coordinated age-appropriate enrichment activities to support social, emotional, and intellectual development.
Assessed student learning styles and understanding of material to guide teaching strategies.
Used educational technology to enhance classroom learning.
Supported classroom teacher in managing a diverse classroom of students.
Implemented classroom rules and procedures to maintain discipline and order.
Tracked student progress and delivered constructive feedback to enhance academic growth for students and inform teacher strategies.
Activities Assistant
Autumn care, nursing and rehab
Waynesville, North Carolina
01.2019 - 08.2021
Organized daily recreational activities for residents in nursing and rehabilitation settings.
Facilitated group activities such as bingo, arts and crafts, cooking classes.
Facilitated group exercises to promote physical wellness among residents.
Assisted in planning special events to enhance resident engagement and participation.
Collaborated with team members to ensure that all programs were successful and enjoyable for all involved.
Organized and implemented activities to meet the individual needs of each resident.
Assisted in the development of activity plans for residents on a weekly basis.
Maintained records of all activity participation.
Upheld positive quality of life standards for residents of all ability levels.
Uphold positive quality of life standards for residents of all ability levels.
Trained volunteers on activity facilitation and resident interaction best practices.
Used one-on-one meetings and small groups to engage residents in facility life.
Provided emotional support during recreational activities.
Coordinated transportation for residents to external community events and outings.
Assisted with transportation arrangements for offsite activities when required.
Cashier
Food Loin
Cherokee, North Carolina
05.2017 - 08.2017
Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
Processed customer transactions with accuracy and speed at Food Lion checkout stations.
Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
Managed cash register operations and balanced cash drawers daily to ensure financial accuracy.
Facilitated returns and exchanges in accordance with company policies to maintain customer satisfaction.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of checkout area throughout shifts.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Certificate in Business And Administration
Southwestern Community College
Sylva, NC
Skills
Individualized instruction
Job readiness training
Problem-solving abilities
Critical thinking
Decision-making
Time management
Multitasking capacity
Reliability
Timeline
Exceptional children’s teacher assistant
Jackson County Public schools
08.2021 - Current
Activities Assistant
Autumn care, nursing and rehab
01.2019 - 08.2021
Cashier
Food Loin
05.2017 - 08.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Certificate in Business And Administration
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