Kimberley McLearen

• Assisted with the management of student behaviors in the classroom setting using de-escalation strategies.
• Worked one-on-one with students who required additional assistance understanding material or completing assignments.
• Provided support to teachers by helping them prepare materials for activities or lesson
• Helped create a positive learning environment by encouraging students through positive reinforcement techniques.

• Developed engaging story time sessions to encourage language development among young learners.
• Encouraged problem-solving skills among students by using interactive activities during lessons.
• Assisted lead teacher in preparing lesson plans and activities.

I assisted a leader from The ArcNWMS for high school aged kids in the special education area at Olive Branch High School. The topics we focused on were hygiene, advocacy, life skills, work skills, communication, behavior, budgeting money and etc.

• Cleaned toys, play equipment, dishes and other surfaces to keep facility sanitary.
• Cared for up to 10-15 children ranging in age from 1 to 5.
• Organized and planned age-appropriate lessons involving reading, crafts, painting and coloring.
• Led the children in tidying up, handwashing, and feeding themselves to teach responsibility.
• Enforced rules to teach manners and maintain safe environment.
• Encouraged positive behaviors, including patience with teachers and fellow kids.
• Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Read stories to children, facilitated discussions and tied books into learning opportunities.
• Communicated with parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and upcoming events.
• Assisted children in developing fine motor skills in preparation of preschool and kindergarten.
• Incorporated music and art activities to encourage creativity and expression.

• Supervised up to 20 students on field trips by performing head counts and maintaining group proximity to account for all children in busy, public environments.
• Monitored students in class, hallways and cafeteria to supervise, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
• Tutored and supported students individually and in groups of up to 6 by reteaching and reviewing lesson concepts and reading.
• Organized and distributed learning materials like homework, textbooks and classroom supplies.
• Supervised students and maintained security throughout school buildings and on field trips.
• Cleaned and organized classrooms, materials, and supplies for maximum efficiency.
• Attended in-services, workshops and seminars.