Goal-Oriented Teaching Assistant with significant classroom experience and dedication to student success. Helps teachers manage high workloads and demanding targets by handling diverse support tasks. Great with students and excels at multitasking.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Assistant SPED
Ojai Unified School District
08.2024 - 12.2024
Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
Supervised extracurricular activities to provide students with opportunities to explore interests and develop new skills.
Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
Care Driver
Hop Skip Drive
11.2023 - 08.2024
Provided rides for elementary through high school age children to and from school.
Maintained a safe environment for at risk and special needs students.
Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
Answered, scheduled, and responded to reservation calls at specific times and locations.
Caregiver
Jillian Lawson
07.2016 - 01.2020
Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
Sales Clerk
Ojai Surplus
05.2014 - 07.2016
Scanned merchandise and bagged using appropriate strategies for different items.
Processed payments and returns with accuracy and efficiency.
Placed new merchandise on shelves and racks in appealing, organized arrangements to drive sales.
Kept front check out area clean and organized for efficient service.
Opened and closed store by balancing cash registers and receipts.
Education
No Degree - Early Childhood Care And Education
Ventura College
Ventura, CA
Skills
Effective communication
Safety and incident management
Classroom support
Individual student assistance
Faculty support
IEP adherence
CPR and first aid
Reading and writing support
Collaborative teamwork
Conflict resolution
Calm and patient demeanor
Certification
Adult/Infant/Child CPR and First Aid Certified 12/2023