Laura Selena Tomlinson
La Grange,GA
Summary
Goal-oriented teacher assistant caring with 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
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Endeavor
12.2019 - Current
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research within early childhood education.
- Established routines and procedures that helped students transition smoothly between activities, minimizing disruptions to learning environment.
- Maintained safe and nurturing classroom environment, promoting positive behaviors and social skills among young learners.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Assisted lead teacher in developing lesson plans, ensuring alignment with early childhood education standards.
Physical Education Assistant Coach
Southside Elementary School
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Managed equipment inventory effectively, ensuring resources were well-maintained and accessible for class use.
- Assisted in the improvement of students'' motor skills through various exercises and drills.
- Enhanced student performance by developing and implementing engaging physical education activities.
- Supported development of healthy habits by incorporating nutrition education into lessons.
- Contributed to a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent discipline.
- Developed strong relationships with students, creating an inclusive atmosphere that encouraged participation from all ability levels.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Promoted sportsmanship values among athletes, fostering positive competitive atmosphere within the team environment.
Kindergarten Teacher's Assistant
Southside Elementary School
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher's Assistant
Southside Elementary School
08.2015 - 05.2017
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Delivered clear, concise instructions to children to aid in each student's decision-making.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
Education
Associate of Arts - Education
University of Phoenix
Online10.2024
Associate of Arts - Elementry Education
Abraham Baldwin
Bainbridge, GA06.2002
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Materials Preparation
- Student Engagement
- Class coordination
- Small Group Supervision
- Safety Guidelines
- Classroom Supervision
- Early Childhood Education
- Positive Attitude
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Behavior redirection
- Classroom preparation and maintenance
Timeline
Assistant Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Endeavor
12.2019 - Current
Physical Education Assistant Coach
Southside Elementary School
08.2018 - 05.2019
Kindergarten Teacher's Assistant
Southside Elementary School
08.2017 - 05.2018
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher's Assistant
Southside Elementary School
08.2015 - 05.2017
Associate of Arts - Education
University of Phoenix
Associate of Arts - Elementry Education
Abraham Baldwin