Kayla Thomas
Matteson,IL
Summary
Dynamic Assistant Teacher and Team Lead Trainee with proven expertise in behavior management and lesson planning. Excelled at The Goddard School by fostering a positive learning environment, enhancing student engagement, and mentoring staff for skill advancement. Demonstrated exceptional multitasking and relationship-building abilities, contributing to significant improvements in classroom dynamics and customer satisfaction at Cinemark Theaters.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
03.2021 - 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.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
- Ensured child safety by maintaining a clean, organized, and hazard-free facility at all times.
- Arrived at assigned areas on time, prepared, and ready to work.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Managed daily routines efficiently to maintain a consistent schedule for students, promoting optimal time management skills in young learners.
- Kept notes of behavior issues, food served, and medications administered to children.
- Assisted children with regular handwashing and wiped down hard surfaces often to minimize germ spread.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Incorporated music and play into developmentally appropriate activities.
- Promoted healthy habits among students by incorporating physical activities, nutritious snacks, and proper hygiene routines into daily schedules.
- Assisted lead teacher in designing curriculum and instructional materials for diverse student needs.
- Aided in smooth transitions between activities throughout the day by preparing materials ahead of time and guiding students calmly from one task to another.
- Increased student engagement during storytime by using animated voices, gestures, and props to bring stories to life.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
- Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
Team Lead Trainee
Cinemark Theaters
10.2015 - 01.2020
- Participated in cross-functional team-building activities.
- Mentored junior staff to improve their skill sets and advance within the company.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, ILHigh School Diploma -
Glenbard North High School
Carol Stream, IL06-2017
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Behavior management
- Oral communication
- Lesson planning
- Skills development
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving
- Relationship building
- Team collaboration
- Positive learning environment
- Positive reinforcement
- Attention to detail
- Child development
- Student support
- Student engagement
- Decision-making
- Conflict resolution
- Active listening
- Parent communication
- Excellent communication
- Schedule management
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
03.2021 - Current
Team Lead Trainee
Cinemark Theaters
10.2015 - 01.2020
No Degree - Nursing
College of DuPage
High School Diploma -
Glenbard North High School
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