Marisa Barrows
Instructional assistant
La Plata,MD
Summary
I am a confident student who is passionate about learning new skills. I am an ambitious, driven individual who is ready and willing to work hard and learn from professionals. I possess outstanding computer and communication skills, a strong work ethic, and excellent organizational skills that I bring to any setting. I am a fast learner and can efficiently adapt to new processes. I am conscientious and hardworking, with a talent for multitasking in fast-paced environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Instructional Assistant
Charles County Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
- Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
- Supervised students during non-instructional times such as lunch breaks or recess periods, maintaining safety standards at all times.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, enabling them to achieve academic success.
- Prepared instructional materials such as worksheets, visuals aids, or manipulatives according to teacher directives for effective lesson execution.
- Assisted in collecting and analyzing data from various assessments to identify trends that informed future instruction planning.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child''s academic performance and any areas requiring additional support or intervention.
- Monitored student progress, identifying and addressing areas of concern to prevent academic setbacks.
- Provided comprehensive support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to achieve academic success.
Daycare Assistant Teacher
La Learning Center
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, incident reports, meal counts, and other essential documentation as required by state regulations or center policies consistently.
- Ensured child safety by maintaining a clean, organized, and hazard-free facility at all times.
- Arrived at assigned areas on time, prepared, and ready to work.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
Afterschool Aide
Archbishop Neale School
La Plata, Maryland
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Created positive relationships with students through active listening and positive reinforcement of behavior expectations.
- Helped maintain a safe learning environment by enforcing rules and regulations set forth by the school district.
- Participated in staff meetings to facilitate program planning, goal setting and implementation.
- Monitored student safety while on school grounds or during field trips.
- Engaged students in meaningful conversations about their interests or daily experiences.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's academic performance and social and emotional needs.
- Ensured all health and safety regulations were adhered too during any activities organized within the centre.
- Organized activities such as arts, crafts and sports for children in the aftercare program.
- Communicated with parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and upcoming events.
- Managed administrative program tasks such as taking attendance, updating logs and tracking supplies.
- Observed and monitored children's play activities.
Counter Server
Ledo Pizza
La Plata, Maryland
06.2022 - 09.2023
- Maintained a clean, organized and stocked work station.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Operated cash registers for transactions with customers.
- Set up tickets and processed payments with POS system.
- Delivered top quality customer service while managing multiple tasks.
- Provided exceptional customer service by responding to customer inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Assisted customers in selecting items from menu based on preferences and dietary needs.
- Received, checked and arranged food orders for in-store and carry out customers.
- Performed general maintenance tasks such as sweeping floors, washing dishes.
- Demonstrated accurate cash handling and sales and managed cash debit and credit transactions.
- Demonstrated proficient knowledge of menus, services and promotions to assist customers and team members.
Education
High School Diploma -
Maurice J. Mcdonough High School
Pomfret, MD 08.2020 - 05.2023
Associates - Business Management
College of Southern Maryland
La Plata, MD 09.2023 - 05.2025
Skills
- Honest Problem-Solving Skills
- Project Planning
- Collaborative and Team-oriented
- Task Prioritization
- Effective Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Interpersonal Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Multitasking
- Reliability
Accomplishments
- I achieved a perfect 4.0 GPA and made the Dean's List during the fall semester of 2023 at the College of Southern Maryland.
- Received an award for the Presidents Education Awards Program in recognition of outstanding academic achievement at Maurice J McDonough High School, 2023
- Received a Certificate of Achievement Maryland Scholars at Maurice J McDonough High School, 2023
Education and Training
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Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
Timeline
Instructional Assistant
Charles County Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
Daycare Assistant Teacher
La Learning Center
07.2024 - 08.2024
Afterschool Aide
Archbishop Neale School
10.2023 - 06.2024
Associates - Business Management
College of Southern Maryland
09.2023 - 05.2025
Counter Server
Ledo Pizza
06.2022 - 09.2023
High School Diploma -
Maurice J. Mcdonough High School
08.2020 - 05.2023
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