Matthew McKenzie
New York,NY
Summary
Student-oriented Teaching Assistant with 3 years of experience providing comprehensive classroom support at elementary school level. Successful in coordinating with lead teachers to implement interactive lesson plans, guide creative expression and enable total student development.
Overview
4
4
Certifications
2
2
years of post-secondary education
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Harlem Children's Zone, Inc
New York, NY
12.2018 - Current
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Supported classroom activities, including tutoring, grading homework and reviewing exams.
- Moved around classrooms to assist students with various needs from putting on coats to go outside to reviewing homework assignments.
- Identified and recommended changes to existing processes to improve accuracy, efficiency and quality service.
Program Aide
Harlem Children's Zone, Inc
New York, NY
08.2018 - Current
- Assisted with maintenance of educational materials, books and toys for classroom.
- Implemented welcoming environment where children felt safe and secure and enjoyed interacting with others.
- Utilized positive reinforcement to help children develop communication, social engagement and collaboration skills.
- Remained solutions-oriented in face of complex problems to assist management and overall business direction.
- Regularly managed and specialized behavioral concerns with multiple students.
Character Education Teacher
Harlem Children Zone
New York, NY
12.2018 - 06.2019
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
- Assessed student assignments to check quality and completeness before submission for grading.
- Planned and led activities to develop students' physical, emotional and social growth.
Education
- Business Management
Clinton Community College
Plattsburgh, NY 08.2006 - 05.2008
Skills
Individual and group instruction
Mentoring students
Classroom management
Student assessments
Student safety
Behavior Management
Student Supervision
Student and parent relations
Certification
Teaching Assistant Level I
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
Harlem Children's Zone, Inc
12.2018 - Current
Character Education Teacher
Harlem Children Zone
12.2018 - 06.2019
Program Aide
Harlem Children's Zone, Inc
08.2018 - Current
- Business Management
Clinton Community College
08.2006 - 05.2008