Melyssa Watson
Dallas,TX
Summary
Enthusiastic Teaching Assistant with significant classroom experience and dedication to student success. Helps teachers manage high workloads and demanding targets by handling diverse support tasks. Great with students and excels at multitasking.
Responsible Teaching Assistant offers record of success in helping students and teachers. Versed in classroom activities, small group instruction and recordkeeping. Brings top-notch organizational and multitasking abilities with excellent computer skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher Assistant
Dallas Independent School District, DISD
08.2023 - Current
- Responded to student needs and questions promptly.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by effectively managing classroom behavior and addressing individual needs.
- Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials, ensuring alignment with curriculum objectives.
Substitute Teacher
Swing Education
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
Sunday School Teacher
Center Of Hope Ministries
01.2016 - 03.2018
- Encouraged class participation to build student confidence and interest in church teachings.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safety and promote orderly learning environments.
- Enhanced student understanding by incorporating hands-on activities and creative teaching methods.
- Employed variety of instructional aids, methods, and materials to provide for creative teachings, helping children grow spiritually.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Paul Quinn College
Dallas, TX05.2022
Skills
- Oral communication
- Student Engagement
- Literacy development
- Instructional support
Certification
- ELAR 7-12, Dallas ACP - June 2024
Timeline
Teacher Assistant
Dallas Independent School District, DISD
08.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Swing Education
02.2023 - 05.2023
Sunday School Teacher
Center Of Hope Ministries
01.2016 - 03.2018
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Paul Quinn College