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Matthew Mitcham

Macon,GA

Summary

Motivated Teacher's Assistant with deep passion for helping students excel by supporting teachers and enhancing classroom environments. Proficient in organizing supplies, cleaning rooms and planning fun activities. Good tutoring, recordkeeping and time management skills. Education and experience in Scientific field has developed a analytical approach.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Language Teacher

Kumamoto Kita High School
07.2023 - 08.2025
  • Enhanced cultural understanding among students through engaging presentations, videos, and group projects.
  • Developed students'' language skills by implementing interactive and dynamic activities in the classroom.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to design interdisciplinary lessons that strengthened students'' overall learning experiences.
  • Team-taught lessons with English Teacher to provide varying teaching styles.
  • Served as an advisor for extracurricular activities related to language learning and cultural exchange programs, promoting lifelong interest in global perspectives.
  • Worked as a member of a international team overcoming cultural and language barriers to provide a enhanced learning experiance.

Lab Technician

Biolife Plasma Services
04.2022 - 06.2023
  • Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
  • Maintained a safe and organized laboratory environment, adhering to strict safety protocols.
  • Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
  • Conducted routine quality control checks to ensure accurate test results and maintain laboratory standards.
  • Managed inventory of laboratory supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
  • Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Troubleshot equipment malfunctions, ensuring minimal downtime and maintaining optimal functionality.
  • Analyzed results using analytical software and created reports.

Assistant Teacher

Towne Square Academy
12.2021 - 05.2022
  • Maintained safe, educational environment for students during learning and free play time.
  • Communicated regularly with parents, teachers and administrators about students' progress and needs.
  • Led instruction for small groups of children.
  • Promoted calm, disciplined classroom setting for successful learning.
  • Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
  • Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
  • Wiped down desks and gave students hand sanitizer to avoid germ spread.
  • 35 hours a week

Laboratory Assistant

University Of Georgia
01.2021 - 11.2021
  • Obtained samples for testing following standard protocols.
  • Collected information and samples in support of staff research.
  • Monitored and observed experiments, recording data for research personnel evaluation.
  • Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
  • 40 hours a week

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Gordon State College
Barnesville, GA
12.2020

Skills

  • Small group instruction
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Cross-cultural communication
  • Sample preparation and analysis
  • Attention to detail
  • Laboratory safety protocols
  • Specimen handling

Timeline

Assistant Language Teacher

Kumamoto Kita High School
07.2023 - 08.2025

Lab Technician

Biolife Plasma Services
04.2022 - 06.2023

Assistant Teacher

Towne Square Academy
12.2021 - 05.2022

Laboratory Assistant

University Of Georgia
01.2021 - 11.2021

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Gordon State College