Teacher's Assistant
Tulsa Educare
12.2023 - Current
Melissa Martin
Teacher Assistant (Pre-School)
Skiatook,OK
Timeline
Classroom Master Teacher
The Learning Experience
06.2023 - 11.2023
Master Teacher
Primrose Schools
07.2022 - 06.2023
Master Teacher
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
09.2020 - 02.2022
Preschool Teacher Leader
Legacy Prep Learning Academy
10.2019 - 09.2020
Daycare Teacher
Kids Academy
10.2014 - 10.2019
Licensed In-Home Daycare Provider
Self
10.2001 - 06.2012
Nowata High School
08.1997 - 05.1998
Associate’s in Child Development (CDA) -
Caddo Kiowa Technology Center
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
Tulsa Educare
12.2023 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Classroom Master Teacher
The Learning Experience
06.2023 - 11.2023
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Reviewed lesson material with students individually or in small groups.
- Documented student progress and communicated with parents to keep informed.
- Conducted educational assessments to identify areas for improvement.
Master Teacher
Primrose Schools
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Developed individualized learning plans for students, resulting in improved academic performance and increased selfconfidence.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into daily lessons.
- Contributed to school-wide improvement initiatives by serving on various committees focused on curriculum development, assessment strategies, and professional development opportunities.
- Organized field trips and guest speakers relevant to course content, enriching students'' overall learning experience by connecting concepts taught in class with real-world applications.
- Participated in professional development workshops and conferences to stay current with educational trends and research-based best practices for teaching excellence.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom, ensuring that all students could access the curriculum effectively.
Master Teacher
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
09.2020 - 02.2022
- Promoted a positive classroom environment that encouraged critical thinking skills by implementing inquiry-based instructional approaches.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Preschool Teacher Leader
Legacy Prep Learning Academy
10.2019 - 09.2020
- Organized successful parent-teacher conferences, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student performance and expectations for continued success.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through open communication, resulting in increased parent involvement and support.
- Championed inclusive practices within the preschool setting by adapting curriculum content as needed for children with differing abilities or needs, ensuring equal opportunity for all learners.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs, leading to improved student outcomes.
- Provided individualized attention to students struggling with specific concepts, offering targeted interventions to boost achievement levels.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
Daycare Teacher
Kids Academy
10.2014 - 10.2019
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Licensed In-Home Daycare Provider
Self
10.2001 - 06.2012
- Assisted in the growth of motor skills through hands-on activities such as painting, drawing, and outdoor play.
- Promoted social skills among children by facilitating group activities and encouraging cooperative play.
- Developed individualized care plans for each child based on their unique needs, preferences, and developmental milestones.
- Organized and participated in field trips to local parks, museums, and libraries, providing enriching experiences that broadened children''s understanding of the world around them.
- Increased parent satisfaction through regular communication about their children''s progress, needs, and daily activities.
- Facilitated nap time routines to ensure proper rest for all children during the day while maintaining a calm environment.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Education
Associate’s in Child Development (CDA) -
Caddo Kiowa Technology Center
Oklahoma City, OKNowata High School
08.1997 - 05.1998
Skills
- Oklahoma Registry Level: 5 ID #47127
- Cognitive Toy Box
- Conscious Discipline
- Developed Classroom Newsletter
- Child Plus
- Creative Curriculum
- CPR/First Aid certified
- Google Chat
- Safe Sleep
Summary
Passionate Teacher with over 20 years of experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums and studies covering a wide range of skills. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement, conscious discipline, and having an interactive classroom. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, social, and learning skills through play. Along with providing each child with a safe and loving learning environment.
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