KELLY THUROW
Visalia,CA
Summary
Highly motivated team player with a strong work ethic, seeking a position to utilize my desire to help others and provide consistent and quality service. Motivated Teacher's Assistant with deep passion for helping students excel by supporting teachers and enhancing classroom environments. Proficient in organizing supplies, cleaning rooms and planning fun activities.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Teacher Assistant
children house Montessori preschool
Tulare, CA
01.2023 - Current
- positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided guidance to students on classroom assignments and activities.
- Maintained a safe learning environment for all students by adhering to safety protocols and procedures.
- Instructed and monitored students in use and care of equipment and materials.
- Helped students master assignments and reinforced learning concepts presented by teachers.
- Prepared lesson materials and visual aids to reinforce lesson concepts.
- Supported classroom teacher in managing a diverse classroom of students.
- Assisted teachers with lesson preparation and curriculum implementation.
- Created and coordinated age-appropriate enrichment activities to drive social, emotional and intellectual development.
- Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
- Created and maintained a safe and engaging learning environment for all students.
- Contributed to positive, educational setting by delivering gentle discipline and promoting student success.
- Helped facilitate student comprehension of material through one-on-one tutoring sessions.
- Conducted activities to help enhance student learning such as reading aloud, art projects, field trips.
- Implemented classroom rules and procedures to maintain discipline and order.
- Provided individualized and small group support to reinforce classroom topics and promote student learning.
- Assessed student learning styles and understanding of material to redirect and optimize teaching strategies.
- Participated in professional development workshops and training sessions.
- Assisted in organizing and supervising school events and field trips.
- Facilitated small group learning activities to reinforce lesson objectives.
- Utilized instructional techniques and hands-on curriculum to retain interest and maximize receptive learning in students.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
Pet sitter
Visalia, CA
01.2019 - Current
- Walked dogs
- Feed dogs
- Stayed overnight
- Watered plants.
After schoolteacher
Watch me grow Preschool
Visalia, CA
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Assist children with homework
- Help children open lunches
- Clean cafeteria
- Plan art and craft activity for children
- Supervise on play structure and outside play.
Private caregiver
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Drive and took to Dialysis appointment
- Housekeeping duties
- Clean bathroom and kitchen
- Laundry
- Prepared lunch.
Cashier
Macy's
Visalia, CA
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Rang up customers who were ready to purchase and checkout out
- Opened Macy's card
- Checked Sales prices
- Restocked department Clothing
- Cleaned fitting rooms.
Hostess
Chili's Restaurant
Visalia, CA
09.2015 - 07.2017
- Prep restaurant before opening
- Greet guest in a warm and hospitable manner
- Engage with and understand guest requests, to seat them promptly
- Ensure all available tables are clean and properly prepared
- Take guest beverage order, deliver beverage order
- Clear and sanitize tables, sweep area, clean windows
- Restroom checks, refilling toilet paper, paper towels, soap, sanitize counters, took phone reservations.
Crew Member
Baskin's Robbins
Visalia, CA
04.2016 - 06.2016
- Greet customers entering establishment and provide excellent customer service
- Serve desserts to customers and offer free samples and favor of the month, upsell products
- Prepare desserts and cappuccinos, smoothies and milkshakes meeting quality and standard
- Operate cash register and totaled sales and managed money appropriately
- Food Safety Certified, meeting state regulations.
Volunteer Companion
Linwood Meadows Care Center
Visalia, CA
04.2014 - 09.2014
- Assisted resident with feeding and care during meals
- Visited with and provided companionship to resident by talking, reading, and playing games, performed light housekeeping duties for residents.
Veterinary Assistant Intern
Exeter Veterinary Hospital
Exeter, CA
01.2010 - 06.2010
- Prepared animals for medical exams
- Collected test-lab samples
- Assisted with wound and nursing care for animals
- Observed animals for changes in behavior
- Checked animals' temperatures, pulse, and respiratory system.
Education
Skills
- Child development knowledge
- Instructional Materials Preparation
- Classroom supply management
- Behavior Management
- Classroom support
- Material Preparation
- Positive Attitude
- Supervising Student Activities
- Child Development Certification
References
upon request
Timeline
Certified Teacher Assistant
children house Montessori preschool
01.2023 - Current
After schoolteacher
Watch me grow Preschool
07.2021 - 06.2022
Pet sitter
01.2019 - Current
Private caregiver
01.2019 - 01.2020
Cashier
Macy's
01.2017 - 01.2018
Crew Member
Baskin's Robbins
04.2016 - 06.2016
Hostess
Chili's Restaurant
09.2015 - 07.2017
Volunteer Companion
Linwood Meadows Care Center
04.2014 - 09.2014
Veterinary Assistant Intern
Exeter Veterinary Hospital
01.2010 - 06.2010
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