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writting and reading, great communicator and a good listener,I love listening to music
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Lachanda Wilson

Lachanda Wilson

CENTER AIDE
Temple,TX

Summary

Dynamic Early Education Center Aide and Learning Support Teacher with a proven track record at Central Texas 4C Head Start and Educare Community Living. Excelled in enhancing student safety and fostering emotional support, achieving significant improvements in student engagement and learning outcomes. Skilled in special needs support and classroom organization, demonstrating exceptional patience, empathy, and teamwork.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Early Education Center Aide

Central Texas 4C HeadStart
10.2016 - Current
  • Supported language acquisition through immersive storytelling sessions that developed vocabulary usage among young learners.
  • Enhanced children''s learning experience by incorporating engaging activities and age-appropriate materials in daily routines.
  • Contributed to the achievement of classroom goals by providing consistent support to lead teachers during instructional time.
  • Aided teachers in assessing student progress through regular observation and documentation of developmental milestones.
  • Promoted healthy habits among students by teaching proper hygiene practices and encouraging physical activity during recess periods.
  • Maintained a safe and nurturing environment for students by closely monitoring their activities and promptly addressing any concerns.
  • Assisted lead teachers with classroom management duties such as taking attendance or distributing supplies contributing to a well-organized learning environment.
  • Provided individualized attention to students with special needs, helping them reach their full potential within the classroom setting.
  • Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
  • Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
  • Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
  • Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
  • Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
  • Worked closely with fellow staff members in developing and implementing educational and recreational activities.

KITCHEN STAFF/TEACHER AIDE

KID GRACE LEARNING CENTER
Temple, Texas
2008 - 2016

WORKING HERE GAVE ME THE CAPABILITY TO CREATE MY OWN MENU AS ONG AS IT MET WITH CACFP GUIDELINES. I INTERACTED WITH KIDS WHILE SERVING THEM BREAKFAST, LUNCH AND SNACK. HERE I LEARNED TO KEEP UP WITH TRACK OF HE NUMBER OF KIDS SERVED AND FED THROUGH OUT THE DAY SO WE COULD GET CLAIM FOR REIMBURSEMENT. THIS WAS A SMALLER DAYCARE, SO IT WAS EASY FOR ME TO DO MULTIPLE THINGS THROUGH OUT THE DAY, LIKE ASSISTING THE TEACHERS WITH THEIR CLASSES WHILE PREPARING MEAL. MAKING ME A GREAT MULTI TASKER AND TEAM PLAYER.

Learning Support Teacher/Direct Support Professional Caregiver

Educare Community Living
09.2004 - 03.2008
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop curriculum aligned with state standards, ensuring consistency across grade levels.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
  • Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
  • Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
  • Organized extracurricular activities and clubs related to subject matter, enriching the overall educational experience for students outside of regular class hours.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and incorporating new ideas into the classroom.
  • Developed students'' critical thinking skills with engaging activities and group projects.
  • Assisted struggling students through targeted interventions, resulting in improved academic performance.
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
  • Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
  • Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
  • Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategiespassed out medsassisted with home activities by teaching life skillsgrocery shoppedassisted a house of 8 cooking meals

Education

Associate of Arts - Associates Iof Arts

Temple College
Temple, TX
05.2019

Skills

  • Safety Procedures
  • Nutrition knowledge
  • Special Needs Support
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Caring and Responsible
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Coordination and Teamwork
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent Communication
  • Team Collaboration
  • Creative Thinking
  • Effective Communication
  • Child Supervision
  • Relationship Building
  • Health and safety
  • Emotional Support
  • Observing and Monitoring Behavior
  • Task Prioritization
  • Self-Motivated
  • Medication Administration
  • Behavioral Management
  • Conflict Resolution
  • CPR Certified
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Written Communication
  • Youth Mentoring

writting and reading, great communicator and a good listener,I love listening to music

I lOVE TO WRITE SHORT STORIES, I LOVE TO READ BOOKS THAT CAN HELP MY CREATIVITY. I ALSO  LOVE TO HAVE CONVERSATIONS WITH PEOPLE SO WE CAN PICK EACH OTHERS BRAINS, MAYBE THEY CAN TEACH ME SMETHING THAT I DO NOT KNOW. I AM ALWAYS UP FOR LEARNING SOMETHING FROM SOMEONE WHO CAN TEACH ME. I LOVE TO BE ENGAGED WITH THE PEOPLE THAT I AM WORKING WITH. I LIKE TIGHT KNIT WORKING RELATIONSHIPS SO THAT WE CAN BE ON THE SAME PAGE, IT SEEMS TO WORK BETTER WHEN WE ARE ALL COHESIVE. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE MUSIC! ALL KINDS! I LIKE TO BE LIGHT HEARTED AND HAVE SOME POSITIVE FUN. I DONT DO WELL IN  NEGATIVE ENVIRONMENTS . I AM VERY EASY TO TALK TO, AND I AM A ABSOLUTE TEAM PLAYER! I BELIEVE IF WE START SOMETHING TOGETHER THAT WE SHOULD FINISH IT TOGETHER. ONCE WE BECOIME A TEAM IT IS NO LONGER I, BUT US!

Timeline

Early Education Center Aide

Central Texas 4C HeadStart
10.2016 - Current

KITCHEN STAFF/TEACHER AIDE

KID GRACE LEARNING CENTER
2008 - 2016

Learning Support Teacher/Direct Support Professional Caregiver

Educare Community Living
09.2004 - 03.2008

Associate of Arts - Associates Iof Arts

Temple College
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