Lori Olaya
Fuquay-Varina,NC
Summary
Friendly and energetic Teacher Assistant with 7 years in early childhood education. Motivated to help children develop social, academic and creative abilities to foster well-being and progress. Well-versed in developmental milestones and activities to promote curiosity and engagement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-K Teacher
Little Dreamers Preschool
Holly Springs, NC
08.2015 - Current
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Stand Lead
PNC Arena
Raleigh, NC
07.2017 - 03.2020
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Greeted all customers cheerfully and asked open-ended questions to ascertain needs.
- Trained team members in successful strategies to meet operational and sales targets.
- Facilitated high volumes of cash, credit and gift card transactions, verifying cash drawer balance at end of each shift.
Teacher's Assistant
Lake Grove School
Lake Grove, NY
05.1990 - 06.1997
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper and crayons.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Assisted lead teachers with lesson plan creation and materials development .
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
Education
No Degree - Community Health Services
SUNY College At Cortland
Cortland, NYNo Degree - Business Administration
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NCSkills
- Teaching Method Adaptations
- Facilitating Online Learning
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Supervising Classroom Activities
- Clear and Direct Communication
- Constructive Feedback
- Arts and Crafts
Timeline
Stand Lead
PNC Arena
07.2017 - 03.2020
Pre-K Teacher
Little Dreamers Preschool
08.2015 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
Lake Grove School
05.1990 - 06.1997
No Degree - Community Health Services
SUNY College At Cortland
No Degree - Business Administration
Wake Technical Community College
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