Margo Smith
Williamsport,PA
Summary
Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Compassionate Childcare Teacher's Assistant known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in early childhood education, behavior management, and developmental play activities. Excel in communication, patience, and empathy, ensuring positive learning environments and fostering strong relationships with children and team members. Committed teaching assistant with background in adapting educational materials to meet diverse student needs. Skilled in creating engaging learning environments and providing support for instructional tasks. Strengths include strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills. Have contributed positively to improving classroom dynamics and enhancing student understanding through innovative teaching strategies.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Teacher's Assistant
Little Treasures Childcare and preschool
South Williamsport , PA
12.2022 - 05.2024
- Assisted in planning and implementing age-appropriate activities for children.
- Provided support to lead teachers in managing classroom behavior.
- Assisted with the preparation of meals, snacks, and drinks for the children.
- Helped maintain a safe environment for all students.
- Managed diaper changes, clothing changes, and other personal care duties as needed.
- Organized and supervised playtime activities both indoors and outdoors.
- Assisted with nap times by ensuring a quiet atmosphere and providing comfort to those who may be having difficulty sleeping.
- Read stories to children to help with language development and comprehension skills.
- Encouraged positive social interactions among students through group activities such as art projects or games.
- Collaborated with lead teachers on lesson plans to ensure a balanced educational program for each child's individual needs.
- Observed student progress throughout the day and provided feedback to lead teacher when necessary.
- Maintained records of student attendance, daily notes about each child's behavior, and any other pertinent information as required by the school district or state regulations.
- Participated in parent conferences when requested by lead teacher.
- Attended staff meetings as needed to discuss student progress or new policies and procedures.
- Worked closely with parents to provide updates on their child's development.
- Responded quickly and appropriately during emergencies or unexpected situations.
- Provided one-on-one instruction or assistance to students who need extra attention or guidance.
- Conducted regular assessments of each child's learning abilities, health status, emotional well-being.
- Helped create an inviting learning environment that encourages creativity while also enforcing appropriate rules and boundaries.
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play, and learning and developmental activities.
- Ensured all safety regulations are met at all times while supervising students.
- Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
Assistant Teacher/Assistant Supervisor
paddington station childcare and preschool
South Williamsport, PA
10.2016 - 12.2022
- Assisted classroom teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans.
- Supervised small group activities.
- Helped maintain a safe and orderly learning environment.
- Encouraged positive behavior with rewards and incentives.
- Assessed student progress through observation, testing, and feedback from teachers.
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure student success.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Assisted Lead Teacher in planning and implementing age-appropriate activities for children.
- Organized daily classroom routines, including snack time, story time, and outdoor playtime.
- Provided guidance to children on appropriate behavior during class activities.
- Monitored the safety of children at all times while they were playing or engaging in activities.
- Encouraged positive interactions between students through group projects and activities.
- Helped with mealtime preparation, clean up and serving meals to the children.
- Maintained a clean and organized classroom environment that was conducive to learning.
- Assisted with potty training when needed.
- Conducted regular assessments of each child's development progress and shared results with parents.
- Collaborated with Lead Teacher in developing lesson plans that incorporated various teaching methods such as storytelling, music, art, and field trips.
- Provided individual attention to each student by addressing their needs promptly and positively reinforcing desired behaviors.
- Read books aloud to groups of children or individually as requested by Lead Teacher.
- Kept accurate records of attendance, incidents reports, assessments., as required by state regulations.
- Enforced rules concerning conduct within the classroom setting while maintaining a positive attitude towards the students.
- Developed strong relationships with parents by keeping them informed about their child's progress and any behavioral issues that may arise.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Worked closely with colleagues to create an inviting atmosphere where every child felt welcome, safe, respected and valued.
- Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
- Maintained accurate records of daily attendance and other related information.
- Conducted employee performance reviews.
- Monitored employee attendance and absences.
- Investigated workplace complaints, grievances, and disputes.
- Developed job descriptions for new positions.
- Maintained personnel records in accordance with legal requirements.
- Managed the onboarding process for new hires.
- Created strategies to improve employee morale and engagement.
- Facilitated conflict resolution between employees.
- Liaised between management and employees by relaying work information, adjustments and grievances.
- Conducted employee performance reviews and implemented corrective actions to increase productivity.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Williamsport, PAHigh School Diploma -
Williamsport Highschool
Williamsport, PABachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZSkills
- Child development knowledge
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Special Needs Support
- Classroom Organization
- Positive Reinforcement
- Child Safety Procedures
Affiliations
- photography
- babysitting
- being a full time mom
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Childcare Teacher's Assistant
Little Treasures Childcare and preschool
12.2022 - 05.2024
Assistant Teacher/Assistant Supervisor
paddington station childcare and preschool
10.2016 - 12.2022
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Pennsylvania College of Technology
High School Diploma -
Williamsport Highschool
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Phoenix
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