Dynamic Support Teacher at St Marcus Lutheran School with expertise in classroom management and adaptive learning tools. Successfully implemented engaging instructional strategies, enhancing student participation and behavior improvements. Known for a friendly and outgoing demeanor, fostering a positive learning environment while providing personalized support to students. Committed to promoting educational success and emotional well-being.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Teacher
St Marcus Lutheran School
08.2024 - Current
Established routines and procedures that maximized time spent on instruction while minimizing classroom disruptions.
Implemented various instructional strategies including project-based learning, inquiry-based instruction, and authentic assessment methods to engage all learners effectively.
Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Supported struggling students by offering after-school tutoring sessions and additional resources for success.
Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
Caregiver
The Auberge at Oak Villiage
01.2022 - 12.2023
Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
Cargiver
Heritage Senior Living
01.2021 - 07.2022
Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans for each client, resulting in tailored support and improved wellbeing.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bradley Tech Highscool
700 S Fourth St
06-2020
Skills
Classroom management
Collaborative teamwork
Classroom organization
Adaptive learning tools
Teacher assistance
Documentation
Activity planning
Teacher support
Behavior improvements
Positive attitude
Friendly and outgoing
Cleaning and sanitizing
Accomplishments
Observed students and documented social, emotional, motor skill, and intellectual developments.
Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
Collaborated with teacher to improve [Subject] scores on standardized tests [Number]%.
Created [Type of program] afterschool program, which grew [Number]% year-over-year.
Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].