Lillian Peake
Lynchburg,VA
Summary
Passionate Teaching Assistant with a background working with preschool and elementary students. 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.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
Head Start Program
09.2023 - 04.2025
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining open lines of communication with students, parents, and staff.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on the latest teaching trends and methodologies, enhancing overall effectiveness as an educator.
- Served as a positive role model for students by demonstrating professionalism, respectfulness, and an unwavering commitment to education excellence.
- Ensured the safety of all students by adhering strictly to school policies regarding proper supervision during class times as well as extracurricular activities.
- Supported the lead teacher in developing curriculum materials, ensuring alignment with state standards and educational objectives.
- Contributed to a more organized classroom setting by maintaining accurate records on student attendance, assignments, and progress reports.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
- Developed materials for classroom teachers to support instruction, lab work or in-class activities.
- Acted as lead teacher when the lead was absent
Lead Teacher
Second Presbyterian Preschool
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Increased student engagement with dynamic lesson plans designed to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents through regular communication about student progress and areas for growth, ultimately contributing to improved home-school partnerships.
- Improved student comprehension by implementing innovative teaching methods and incorporating visual aids in lessons.
- Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills through problem-solving activities and group collaboration exercises.
Teacher's Assistant
Tree of Life Academy
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Completed the tasks assigned by the lead teacher
- Helped the students with their assignments
- Prepared the materials outlined in the lesson plan
- Took students to extracurricular activities
- Planned art activities and gathered materials
- Supervised children in the classroom and on the playground
- Helped the students learn to write letters, and learn letter sounds
- Acted as lead teacher when the lead teacher was absent
Education
Bachelor Of Arts - Education Professional Studies
Roanoke College
Salem, VA08.2020
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Head Start Program
09.2023 - 04.2025
Lead Teacher
Second Presbyterian Preschool
09.2022 - 09.2023
Teacher's Assistant
Tree of Life Academy
08.2021 - 09.2022
Bachelor Of Arts - Education Professional Studies
Roanoke College
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