Dynamic and dedicated Assistant Teacher with experience at Lil Wildcat Education Center, skilled in classroom management and family engagement. Successfully fostered positive relationships with students and parents, enhancing communication and support. Passionate about creating engaging learning environments that promote student development and well-being through effective behavioral observation and positive reinforcement techniques.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Lil Wildcat Education Center and Preschool
Glidden, IA
12.2024 - Current
Supervised small group activities.
Communicated regularly with parents, teachers, and administrators regarding student progress and needs.
Created calm and disciplined classroom environment to improve student focus.
Attended faculty meetings as requested by the lead teacher.
Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
Interacted positively with children to encourage development and involvement in activities, treating each child with dignity and respect.
Updated and maintained databases with current information.
Assistant Teacher
Carroll Area Child Care Center and Preschool
Carroll, Iowa
11.2023 - 05.2024
Organized and maintained a safe, clean, and stimulating learning environment for infants.
Helped infants develop communication skills through baby sign language while also promoting positive behaviors and social skills.
Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
Established positive relationships with families by communicating regularly about their child's progress.
Followed safe feeding guidelines and parental requests for breastmilk, formula and solids.
Helped develop gross motor skills through playtime activities such as crawling, walking, running, jumping.
Provided individualized care and attention to each infant in the classroom.
Sanitized toys, equipment, supplies and surfaces regularly.
Observed behavioral issues to alert parents or guardians.
Education
Associate Degree in Early Elementary Education -
Des Moines Area Community College
Carroll
05-2024
High School Diploma -
Carroll High School
Carroll, IA
05-2024
Skills
Classroom management
Lesson planning
Student assessment
Family engagement
Activity organization
Behavioral observation
Team collaboration
Positive reinforcement
Languages
Spanish
Limited
French
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Lil Wildcat Education Center and Preschool
12.2024 - Current
Assistant Teacher
Carroll Area Child Care Center and Preschool
11.2023 - 05.2024
Associate Degree in Early Elementary Education -
Des Moines Area Community College
High School Diploma -
Carroll High School
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