LaRell Thomas
Inglewood,CA
Summary
Educational professional accomplished in organizing teacher curricula, assisting with lessons, and collaborating with other professionals to provide the highest level of education for each student. Possesses a motivational and encouraging attitude that supports students' self-empowerment. Driven to provide academic and emotional guidance for typical and special needs students in any setting.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
Westside Neighborhood School
08.2021 - 06.2024
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Worked with lead teachers to create class schedules as well as plan for upcoming classes and events
- Assisted lead teachers with lesson plan creation, materials development, and taught small groups of students myself more often than not
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Established positive and stimulating learning environment for students with different learning disabilities outside and inside classrooms
Teacher's Assistant/ Summer Camp Counselor
Westerly School Of Long Beach
02.2021 - 08.2021
- Assisted teacher with assignment development, special projects, tests, administrative updates, and grading
- Monitored students in class, recess, and lunch, to supervise and enforce Covid 19 rules and support the lead teacher
- Organized classroom, placed books back on shelves, and cleaned surfaces while keeping areas well-maintained and efficient
- Created lesson plans and led hands-on group projects for twenty 1st-grade students during summer program
- Supervised camp activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety, and inclusivity
Paraeducator
Da Vinci Design
09.2020 - 01.2021
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to an individual student with disabilities to enable positive learning outcomes in an online environment
- Supported students through personalized learning plans to enable positive learning outcomes in an online environment
- Assisted and mentored students in groups of up to 3 by reviewing lesson teachings and helping with homework
- Assessed student needs to determine an appropriate level of required support
After School Site Assistant
Bay Area Music Project
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Oversaw groups of students at school while maintaining optimal safety and security
- Maintained head count and attendance sheets
- Accompanied children to class in a safe and timely manner
- Managed all issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find the best solutions
Summer Camp Counselor
Joe Patton Academy Camp
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Worked with children of varying ages, interests, and developmental levels on different subjects such as art and science
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement
- Cared for the personal and health needs of disabled campers
- Implemented camp activities fostering physical, social, and emotional growth for children with different learning disabilities
Academic Coach
Da Vinci Connect
09.2017 - 06.2018
- Helped improve students reading and comprehension skills while fostering creativity
- Provided individual instruction and personal care for a student diagnosed with epilepsy
- Worked in classrooms to provide educational support including one-on-one activities as well as projects with students
- Collaborated with students that had different learning disabilities to complete homework assignments, identify underdeveloped skills, and strengthen student abilities
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
California State University - Long Beach
Long Beach, CA05.2027
Bachelor of Arts - Ethnic Studies
California State University - East Bay
Hayward, CA05.2020
Skills
- Adult and Pediatric First Aid
- CPR/AED certified
- Microsoft Suite/Google Suite
- Classroom management
- Ability to work under pressure
- Individual/Group Instruction
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Westside Neighborhood School
08.2021 - 06.2024
Teacher's Assistant/ Summer Camp Counselor
Westerly School Of Long Beach
02.2021 - 08.2021
Paraeducator
Da Vinci Design
09.2020 - 01.2021
After School Site Assistant
Bay Area Music Project
08.2019 - 03.2020
Summer Camp Counselor
Joe Patton Academy Camp
06.2019 - 08.2019
Academic Coach
Da Vinci Connect
09.2017 - 06.2018
Master of Arts - Social Work
California State University - Long Beach
Bachelor of Arts - Ethnic Studies
California State University - East Bay
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