Kortney Manera-Berry
Pittsgrove
Summary
Goal-oriented Teaching Assistant offers support to students of different learning levels and backgrounds. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or teacher wellbeing with timely support. Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher Assistant
Golan Learning Center
Vineland, NJ
09.2025 - 06.2026
- Oversaw classroom activities for 10-15 children, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Supported Lead Teacher in planning and executing hands-on learning activities and circle times.
- Worked one on one and in small groups to scaffold behavior, language, and fine motor development.
- Assisted with meal service, toileting routines, and health checks while upholding hygiene standards.
- Organized classroom materials, cleaned play spaces, and performed daily sanitation tasks.
- Collaborated with staff to adapt activities for individual needs and contributed to progress notes.
Lifeguard, Swim Teacher
Tall Pines Day Camp
Williamstown, NJ
06.2022 - 09.2025
- Supervised and engaged groups of children ages 3-14, maintaining a safe, inclusive and stimulating environment.
- Provided vigilant lifeguard coverage for pool areas, enforcing safety rules and responding to emergencies.
- Taught swim lessons to beginners through intermediate swimmers, developing age appropriate lesson plans and tracking progress.
- Communicated professionally with parents and guardians, addressing questions, concerns, and progress updates in a timely manner.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to promote safe and positive group dynamics.
- Ensured compliance with facility policies, health regulations and lifeguard certification requirements.
- Trained in first aid, CPR and emergency response procedures.
- Summer of 2022, Summer of 2023, Summer of 2024, Summer 2025, Seasonal
Substitute Teacher
Golan Learning Center
Vineland, NJ
11.2024 - 06.2025
- Assisted other teachers with daily classroom activities for children ages 3-5, supporting lesson execution and transitions.
- Facilitated small group learning to enforce skills in literacy, numeracy, and social development.
- Served meals and snacks while following dietary guidelines and allergy precautions.
- Supported individualized learning plans adaptive strategies for children with diverse needs.
- Assisted with arrival, dismissal, and other various tasks, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment.
Childcare Worker
Wee Care Childcare
Vineland, NJ
11.2024 - 06.2025
- Led developmentally appropriate group activities for children aged 3-5 supporting cognitive, social, and fine motor skills growth.
- Managed classroom of up to 14 children, enforcing routines and positive behavior strategies to maintain a safe, structured learning environment.
- Prepared and organized age appropriate educational materials and activity centers.
- Maintained a clean, sanitized classroom and followed health/safety protocols to reduce illness and ensure child well being.
- Fostered positive relationships with families through regular updates.
Education
High School Diploma -
Arthur P. Schalick High School
Pittsgrove, NJ06-2023
Skills
- Classroom management
- Patience and Empathy
- Behavior redirection techniques
- Effective communication with parents and staff
- Positive attitude
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- CPR and first aid
Certification
Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid
Timeline
Teacher Assistant
Golan Learning Center
09.2025 - 06.2026
Substitute Teacher
Golan Learning Center
11.2024 - 06.2025
Childcare Worker
Wee Care Childcare
11.2024 - 06.2025
Lifeguard, Swim Teacher
Tall Pines Day Camp
06.2022 - 09.2025
High School Diploma -
Arthur P. Schalick High School