Mandy Cerda
San Antonio,Texas
Summary
Proven Teacher's Assistant at Childrens Lighthouse Learning Center, excelling in student engagement and classroom management. Leveraged interpersonal skills and curriculum-based lesson planning to enhance learning outcomes. Achieved significant improvements in student participation and safety, demonstrating a commitment to educational excellence and collaborative teacher support. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
Childrens Lighthouse Learning Center
San Antonio, TX
11.2019 - Current
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Assisted lead teachers with lesson plan creation and materials development .
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Helped teachers recognize learning issues evidenced in one-to-one support instruction.
- Documented student progress and communicated with parents to keep informed.
- Attended training classes, parent conferences and faculty meetings to stay up-to-date on student progress.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books and materials.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Presented wide range of information to students using hands-on instructional techniques for effective comprehension.
- Studied and implemented latest information on specific subjects and learning strategies.
- Supported planning and preparation for culturally-diverse class sessions.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
Education
Diploma -
San Antonio Can
San Antonio, TX06.2012
Skills
- Progress Reporting
- Attendance monitoring
- Materials Preparation
- Small Group Supervision
- Classroom Management
- Early Childhood Education
- Classroom Supervision
- Instructional support
- Student Engagement
- Class coordination
- Safety Guidelines
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Student safety
- Assignment Grading
- Student assessments
- Activity implementation
- Classroom support
- Student and parent relations
- Study Skills Development
- Material Preparation
- Student Supervision
- Behavior Modeling
- Behavior Management
- CPR and First Aid
- Behavior redirection
- Positive Attitude
- Child Development Certification
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Creating Visual Displays
- Effective Communication
- Teacher Support and Collaboration
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Computer Skills
- Supervising Student Activities
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Multicultural Awareness
- Powerpoint Presentations
- Relationship Building
- Student Health and Safety
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Preparing Instructional Materials
- Scheduling and Coordination
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Curriculum-Based Lessons
- Interpersonal and Communication Skills
- Punctual and Dependable
- Attention to Detail
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Lesson Planning
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Childrens Lighthouse Learning Center
11.2019 - Current
Diploma -
San Antonio Can