Kiara Woods
Converse
Summary
I am a team collaborator devoted to promote student learning and enhancing individual potential. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level autism support position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
1st Grade Teacher-Direct Instruction/Writing
IDEA Public Schools
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Help students identify their learning strengths and weaknesses through letter & sound identification and creative writing.
- Monitor student academic progress, communicating with each student weekly and intervene as necessary to assist those students having difficulty.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
School Site Coordinator
Communities In Schools
10.2021 - 08.2023
- Monitor student academic progress, communicating with each student weekly and intervene as necessary to assist those students having difficulty with goal setting.
- Played an active role in the planning, organizing, and execution of school-wide events such as Open Houses, Parent-Teacher Conferences and Graduation ceremonies, fostering community engagement and involvement.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among students, staff, and families, fostering a positive school culture.
Substitute Teacher
Kokua Education
06.2019 - 10.2021
- Followed effectively through lesson plans pertaining to creativity, reading fluency and comprehension; which resulted in active engagement, and participation
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
Student Success Coach
City Year San Antonio
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Tutored students and provided classroom support; which results in increased academic performance, student behavior, and increased attendance percentages by 40%
- Evaluate student learning styles, skills, deficiencies, and goals; identify appropriate learning resources for them to use; and facilitate their use of those resources.
- Implemented effective caseload management systems to ensure timely outreach to all assigned students throughout the semester.
- Served as a trusted advocate for students, addressing any barriers to their success while promoting self-efficacy and resilience.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work-Advanced
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX08.2017
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Advocate for diverse populations
- Team Collaboration
- Organizational Skills
- Behavior Management
- Excellent verbal and communication
- Proficient Knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Interpersonal Skills
- Complex Problem Solving
- Student Support
- Individualized Learning
Timeline
1st Grade Teacher-Direct Instruction/Writing
IDEA Public Schools
08.2023 - 01.2024
School Site Coordinator
Communities In Schools
10.2021 - 08.2023
Substitute Teacher
Kokua Education
06.2019 - 10.2021
Student Success Coach
City Year San Antonio
07.2018 - 06.2019
Master of Science - Social Work-Advanced
The University of Texas At Arlington
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Texas State University
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