Melody Toles
Decatur,GA
Summary
Passionate and dedicated Pre-K Assistant Teacher with over 10 years of experience providing quality education and guidance to children aged 4-5. Dedicated to creating a safe and fun learning environment. A Georgia Pre-Service Certificate.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-K Assistant Teacher
Rainbow Academy Of Learning
Decatur , GA
06.2011 - Current
- Managed classrooms of 20 students when assigned teacher is absence.
- Monitored student progress using assessments and data analysis tools, adjusting instructional strategies as needed to improve outcomes.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Assisted lead teacher in daily classroom routines, creating a structured learning environment conducive to student growth.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Actively participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within early childhood education, continuously improving teaching techniques.
Office Manager/ Designer
A Different Basket
Atlanta , GA
01.1994 - 06.2016
- Created, stocked, and built marketing displays for merchandise sales online and in store.
- Manage up to 10 phone lines, greeted customers, and communicated with clients and vendors. Responded to, and resolved, customer concerns, issues, and inquiries.
- Packaging, re-stocking and distributing merchandise in timely manner and training of new personnel.
- Handled customer orders, both basic and custom orders and exercised excellent customer service and handled solutions in store, via phone and by email.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Learning And Development
Mercer University
Atlanta, GA08.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Georgia Piedmont Technical College
Clarkston, GA12.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Georgia Piedmont Technical College
Clarkston, GA07.2020
Diploma in Early Childhood Care And Education - Early Childhood Education
DEKALB Technical College
Clarkston, GA06.2011
Diploma -
L. J. Price High School
Atlanta, GA06.1986
Skills
- Learning Strategies
- Child CPR and First Aid
- Basic Skills Teaching
- Afterschool program leadership
- Goal Setting
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Problem-solving abilities
- Student Support
Skills
Girl Scout Troop Leader mentor a group of Girl Scouts as they discover new skills, make lifelong friends, and have fun changing the word. As part of a troop's volunteer team, Troop Leaders set troop's schedule, plan and facilitate regular troop meetings, and connet with the local Girl Scout community.
Timeline
Pre-K Assistant Teacher
Rainbow Academy Of Learning
06.2011 - Current
Office Manager/ Designer
A Different Basket
01.1994 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Early Learning And Development
Mercer University
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Georgia Piedmont Technical College
Associate of Applied Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Georgia Piedmont Technical College
Diploma in Early Childhood Care And Education - Early Childhood Education
DEKALB Technical College
Diploma -
L. J. Price High School
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