Melinda George-LeCote
Baton Rouge,Louisiana
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Assistant, Teacher, Principal,
East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start Program
01.1981 - 02.2013
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing visual aids and hands-on activities during lessons.
- Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials, ensuring alignment with curriculum objectives.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by effectively managing classroom behavior and addressing individual needs.
- Contributed to increased student success by providing one-on-one support for struggling learners.
- Streamlined communication between parents and teachers through timely updates on student progress and achievements.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, fostering connections between subjects.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, performance, and assessment results for data-driven instruction adjustments.
- Organized educational field trips to complement classroom instruction and enhance real-world understanding.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles within the classroom setting.
- Supported teacher in monitoring students during lunch periods, recess, and other non-instructional times to maintain safety and orderliness.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with best practices in education.
- Aided students with special needs by adapting instructional materials and providing personalized guidance throughout lessons.
- Increased parental involvement through regular communication regarding upcoming events, projects, and assessments.
- Assisted in facilitating after-school programs focused on academic enrichment or extracurricular activities such as clubs or sports teams.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by participating in staff meetings, committees, and community outreach initiatives.
- Supported teacher evaluations by gathering data on student progress through formative assessments.
- Prepared classrooms daily for optimal learning conditions including clean spaces, organized supplies, and appropriate technology setup.
- Fostered effective time management skills among students by keeping them on task during independent work sessions.
- Ensured confidentiality of sensitive information related to student records or personnel matters.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between activities by providing clear instructions and maintaining routines.
- Responded to student needs and questions promptly.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Assisted teachers with supervision and care of group of [Number] children.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Cultivated core values such as kindness, respect, compassion and integrity within students.
- Adhered to classroom protocols to keep areas clean, neat and organized.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Distributed learning materials such as worksheets, textbooks and group assignments.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
- Supervised students on field trips for safety and proper behavior in public settings.
- Distributed learning materials such as worksheets, textbooks, and supplemental activities.
- Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
- Presented wide range of information to students using hands-on instructional techniques for effective comprehension.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books and materials.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Supported planning and preparation for culturally-diverse class sessions.
- Studied and implemented latest information on specific subjects and learning strategies.
- Provided instructional support to students unable to attend regular classes.
Timeline
Teacher Assistant, Teacher, Principal,
East Baton Rouge Parish Head Start Program
01.1981 - 02.2013
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