McKenzie Howitt
Wake Forest,NC
Summary
Motivated Teacher's Assistant with a deep passion for helping students excel by supporting teachers and enhancing classroom environments. Proficient in organizing supplies, managing classes and accommodating students individual needs.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Assistant
Wake County Public Schools
Wake Forest, NC
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Provided individual and small group instruction to students with disabilities in the areas of reading, math, and writing.
- Organized instructional materials and activities for special education classrooms.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers regarding student achievement.
- Conducted assessments of student skills to identify needs and develop instructional plans.
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure that all students had access to a quality educational program.
- Developed positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, administrators, and community partners.
- Supported classroom teachers by supervising students during lunch and recess periods or field trips.
- Assisted teachers in providing accommodations for students who need additional support.
- Encouraged collaboration among peers within the classroom setting.
- Provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons.
- Tutored and assisted children individually and in small groups to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
- Monitored students in class, hallways, and cafeteria to enforce school rules.
- Complied with instructor-developed IEPs and made informed recommendations for adjustments.
- Cleaned and organized classrooms, materials, and supplies.
- Distributed classroom materials, pencils, paper and art materials.
- Distributed textbooks, workbooks, papers, and pencils to students.
- Proctored examinations and monitored for cheating.
Covid Care Attendant
Wake County Public Schools
Wake Forest, NC
04.2022 - 06.2022
- Documented observations of student behavior, complaints or physical symptoms.
- Inventoried and ordered medical or office supplies or equipment.
- Conducted formal and informal evaluations of medical conditions and developed accurate medical summaries on students.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Hostess
Golden Corral Buffet and Grill
Wake Forest, NC
03.2018 - 10.2019
- Greeted guests warmly upon arrival, seating them promptly.
- Verified reservations and wait times with customers.
- Maintained a clean and organized dining area.
- Assisted in preparing the restaurant for opening and closing shifts.
- Monitored customer satisfaction levels throughout their meal experience.
- Communicated clearly with kitchen staff regarding customer orders.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills when interacting with customers.
- Performed light cleaning duties, such as wiping down tables or sweeping floors.
- Created an enjoyable atmosphere by engaging in friendly conversation with guests.
- Handled cash payments and reconciled daily transactions accurately.
- Resolved any customer complaints or issues quickly and professionally.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing customer needs promptly.
- Tracked inventory of tableware, linens, condiments., ensuring adequate supply levels at all times.
- Greeted incoming guests to escort to assigned dining area and present menus.
- Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
- Greeted guests and gathered information to seat groups or place on waitlist.
- Responded appropriately to customer complaints, bringing major issues to attention of manager on duty.
- Built positive relationships with other front-of-house and kitchen staff.
- Supported serving staff, food runners and bussers to keep dining room presentable and ready for guests.
- Answered telephone to provide dining information and take reservations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wake Forest High School
Wake Forest, NC06-2020
Skills
- Supervising Student Activities
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Effective Communication
- Classroom support
- Teacher Support
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Faculty support
- Special Education Support
- Academic Support
- Conflict Resolution
- Classroom Organization
- Classroom Management
- Data Entry
- Organization skills
- Documentation And Reporting
- Service-oriented mindset
- Professional Demeanor
- Positive and professional
Timeline
Instructional Assistant
Wake County Public Schools
08.2023 - 04.2024
Covid Care Attendant
Wake County Public Schools
04.2022 - 06.2022
Hostess
Golden Corral Buffet and Grill
03.2018 - 10.2019
High School Diploma -
Wake Forest High School
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