A reliable employee who can offer excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. A fast learner that works well under pressure. Highly motivated and ready to work.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
Early Encounters
Hattiesburg, MS
07.2020 - Current
Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
Maintained tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards.
Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Assisted and supervised 11-14 children through entire school day.
Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and reported to parents.
Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
Enhanced all age students understanding of rules, safety and behavioral guidelines and disciplinary protocols by redesigning and simplifying them.
Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
Teacher Assistant
Grace Community Daycare
Hattiesburg, MS
03.2018 - 03.2019
Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes, consistently noting successful ideas and identifying areas for improvement.
Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support to maintain student progress and development.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Performed staff monitoring duties such as overseeing recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on details such as behavior, comprehension and personal growth.
Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
Supported teacher in instructing core subjects, delivering supplementary lessons and coordinating materials.
Collaborated with instructor to assist lesson and curriculum planning efforts.
Assessed and managed student behavior to maintain climate of intensive instruction.
Attended to classroom details and logistics to maintain strong instructional environment.
Aligned instructional approaches with development levels of students to enhance individual learning.
Pursued professional development opportunities to cultivate further understanding of considerations governing productive learning environments.
Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
Completed daily reports, meal count sheets and attendance logs.
Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Assisted students with various needs from putting on coats to go outside to reviewing homework assignments.
Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals and objectives.
Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline and cooperation.
Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency
Daycare Aide • Afternoon Worker
Cooper Wood Memorial Daycare
Waynesboro, MS
08.2013 - 04.2017
Led age-appropriate activities incorporating music, movement and stories for children ages 3 to 10.
Taught children importance of patience and understanding.
Arrived at assigned areas on time, prepared and ready to work.
Set up playroom and childcare areas for safety and cleanliness.
Assisted children with regular handwashing and wiped down hard surfaces often to minimize germ spread.
Served as positive role model, promoting healthy interpersonal behaviors.
Encouraged child involvement in classroom experiences and group interaction.
Complied with strict safety and organizational regulations, policies and procedures.
Modeled appropriate activities and positive behavior management.
Helped children put on coats, gloves and other cold-weather items in preparation for outdoor activities.
Maintained positive demeanor to facilitate stable, consistent environment.
Documented and reported behavior issues or accidents to parents, minimizing future problems.
Assisted older children with homework assignments, providing support and mentoring.
Maintained childcare center schedule in alignment with parent needs.
Repaired office equipment and children's play area toys.
Cared for children ages 3 to 10 in nurturing and age-appropriate way.
Set and enforced rules to maintain children's safety and created welcoming, caring environments for all children.
Kept areas clean, organized and stocked, and sanitized surfaces and toys each day.
Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
Consulted with families to discuss activities and behaviors of each child.
Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
Observed children to proactively identify issues with emotional or physical development and worked with parents and supervisors to address concerns.
Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling and collaboration with parents.
Children and Youth Intern • Summer Intern
Calvary Baptist Church
Waynesboro, Miss
06.2015 - 07.2015
Supervised activities and events for large groups.
Created safe and positive environment conducive to learning and activities.
Comforted individuals in times of need and provided listening ear.
Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians.
Education
B.S - Psychology
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS
2020
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Jones County Junior College
Ellisville, MS
MS -
Wayne Academy
Waynesboro
2009
Skills
Tactical Communications
Critical Thinking
Interpersonal Skills
Flexible and Adaptable
Computer Proficiency
Calm and Professional Under Pressure
Building Customer Trust and Loyalty
Courteous with Strong Service Mindset
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Early Encounters
07.2020 - Current
Teacher Assistant
Grace Community Daycare
03.2018 - 03.2019
Children and Youth Intern • Summer Intern
Calvary Baptist Church
06.2015 - 07.2015
Daycare Aide • Afternoon Worker
Cooper Wood Memorial Daycare
08.2013 - 04.2017
B.S - Psychology
University of Southern Mississippi
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Jones County Junior College
MS -
Wayne Academy
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