Leniisse Mendez
Killeen,TX
Summary
Passionate Teaching Assistant offering [6]-year background working with students at elementary and middle school levels. Skilled in assisting teachers with classroom functions, lesson planning and individual and group instruction. Talented in using various strategies to model positive behavior and maintain classroom discipline. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Teacher position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
Killeen ISD
08.2017 - Current
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Attended training classes, parent conferences and faculty meetings to stay up-to-date on student progress.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
School Nutrition Worker
Killeen ISD
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Enhanced meal quality by preparing and serving nutritious meals to students daily.
- Improved cleanliness and sanitation standards by maintaining a clean and organized kitchen workspace.
- Collaborated with the school nutrition team to develop healthy, balanced menus for student consumption.
- Ensured timely meal service by efficiently preparing and organizing food items for daily distribution.
- Provided excellent customer service when interacting with students, parents, faculty, and staff during meal times or other food-related events at the school setting.
Lunchroom Supervisor
Hawaii Department Of Education
08.2013 - 05.2016
- Enhanced lunchroom cleanliness by consistently wiping down tables and disposing of waste materials.
- Streamlined lunch service for increased efficiency by prepping trays, utensils, and condiments ahead of time.
- Promoted a positive dining environment by actively engaging with students during meal times.
- Monitored student behavior during meal times, enforcing school rules to maintain a respectful atmosphere within the cafeteria space.
- Monitored students during lunchtime and provided verbal cues to students to manage behavior.
- Walked around cafeteria looking for spills and assisting students with opening food containers.
Stocker
Defense Commissary Agency
08.2011 - 05.2015
- Enhanced inventory accuracy by diligently organizing and maintaining stockroom shelves.
- Expedited product replenishment by efficiently unloading delivery trucks and sorting merchandise.
- Reduced out-of-stock situations with regular monitoring of product levels on sales floor.
- Improved customer satisfaction by promptly locating items and providing product information.
- Contributed to store cleanliness, ensuring aisles were free from clutter and hazards for shopper safety.
- Assisted customers with special requests, enhancing their shopping experience at the store.
Babysitter
Myself
06.2006 - 06.2010
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
- Enhanced children's social skills by organizing group activities and encouraging teamwork.
- Promoted healthy habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children daily.
- Assisted in developing self-confidence with age-appropriate responsibilities and chores.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Supported academic growth by assisting with homework assignments, enhancing comprehension, and providing additional resources as needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA03.2024
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2023
Skills
- Materials Preparation
- Classroom Management
- Bilingual
- Attendance monitoring
- Small Group Supervision
- Serving Diverse Communities
- Group and individual instruction
- Assignment Grading
- Computer Skills
- Positive Attitude
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Classroom Supervision
- Parent-Teacher Communication
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Killeen ISD
08.2017 - Current
School Nutrition Worker
Killeen ISD
08.2016 - 05.2017
Lunchroom Supervisor
Hawaii Department Of Education
08.2013 - 05.2016
Stocker
Defense Commissary Agency
08.2011 - 05.2015
Babysitter
Myself
06.2006 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberty University
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Liberty University