Luciana Walker
Louisville,KY
Summary
Passionate Teaching Assistant offering 8-years 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.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Teacher Assistant
Bethalto Community Unit School District # 8
Bethalto, IL
01.2015 - 07.2022
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Experience applying ABA therapy with kids in the autism spectrum.
- CPI certificated.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Utilized answer sheets and electronic marking devices to grade homework and tests, accurately computing and recording results.
- Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
- Prepared reports and maintained administrative records.
Education
Master in Family Law - Law (Pre-Law)
Fundacao De Ensino Octavio Bastos
Sao Joao Da Boa Vista- Sao Paulo- Brazil12.2003
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Individual Student Assistance
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Classroom Management
- Audio-Visual Demonstrations
- Instructional Exhibits and Displays
- School Policy and Rules Enforcement
- Teacher Support and Collaboration
- Reading and Writing Support
- Lesson Planning and Preparation
- Organization and Prioritization
- Facilitating Online Learning
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Creating a Safe Learning Environment
- Curriculum-Based Lessons
- Experience with Diverse Student Populations
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Special Education
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
- First Aid
- Emotional Assistance
- Toddler-Preschool Age-Group Experience
- Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- State CDE Approved Paraprofessional
- Parent-Teacher Conferences
- Ensuring Safety and Injury Prevention
Timeline
Certified Teacher Assistant
Bethalto Community Unit School District # 8
01.2015 - 07.2022
Master in Family Law - Law (Pre-Law)
Fundacao De Ensino Octavio Bastos
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