Mary Pankey
Starkville,MS
Summary
Dedicated Assistant Teacher with a proven track record at West Point Consolidated School District, enhancing student engagement through innovative teaching strategies and hands-on learning. Expert in behavior modification and lesson plan implementation, I significantly contributed to creating a safe and dynamic learning environment. Skilled in multitasking and oral communication, I fostered meaningful student progress and collaborative educational improvements.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Teacher
West Point Consolidated School District
01.2018 - Current
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Supported students with special needs, implementing strategies to facilitate their participation and learning.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Maintained tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards.
- Encouraged peer collaboration by facilitating group projects that fostered teamwork and cooperation among students.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized classroom space conducive to learning and creativity.
- Developed strong rapport with students, creating an atmosphere of trust that enabled them to seek help when needed.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Enhanced classroom management skills, creating a positive learning environment for students.
Full Time Substitute Teacher, K-12
Kelly Educational Staffing
08.2017 - 01.2018
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Kelly Educational Staffing
08.2014 - 01.2018
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
- Developed lesson plans to align with grade-level standards and objectives.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
Volunteer
Pine Lake Church,
08.2012 - 05.2016
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Demonstrated adaptability by stepping into various roles as needed during shifts at the food pantry.
- Sorted, stocked and organized shelves with food for easy access by other volunteers.
- Boosted overall client satisfaction through empathetic communication and personalized assistance.
Education
Associate of Arts - Accounting
Wallace State Community College
Hanceville, ALHigh School Diploma -
Starkville High School
StarkvilleSkills
- Behavior Modification and Modeling
- Learning support
- Teaching strategies
- Lesson Plan Implementation with Instructional support
- Multitasking
- Oral communication
- Lesson Planning
- School policies and procedures
- Faculty Collaboration
- Individualized Instruction
Behavior Management
Parent-Teacher Communication
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets for iPads.
- Developed a testing score sheet for K-4 beginning of the year "See where you are" testing module.
Certification
- Early Childhood Educator Certificate – MS Department of Education.
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
West Point Consolidated School District
01.2018 - Current
Full Time Substitute Teacher, K-12
Kelly Educational Staffing
08.2017 - 01.2018
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Kelly Educational Staffing
08.2014 - 01.2018
Volunteer
Pine Lake Church,
08.2012 - 05.2016
- Early Childhood Educator Certificate – MS Department of Education.
Associate of Arts - Accounting
Wallace State Community College
High School Diploma -
Starkville High School
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