Meredith Kessler
Quakertown,PA
Summary
Reliable and knowledgeable aide with experience developing and delivering engaging lessons. Friendly individual enjoys helping students learn new concepts in our classroom.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Life Skills Aide
Quakertown Community School District
Quakertown, PA
09.2014 - Current
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe and respectful atmosphere for all students.
- Improved student comprehension by tailoring teaching methods to individual learning styles.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Increased overall class participation by fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Assisted struggling students through one-on-one sessions, leading to increased academic success.
- Supervise lunchroom time
Assistant Swim Team Coach
Quakertown YMCA
Quakertown, PA
09.2007 - 05.2015
- Facilitated pre-competition strategies discussions with swimmers enabling them to approach races confidently mentally prepared.
- Maintained accurate records of swimmer attendance, progress, and achievements for informed decisionmaking.
- Managed swim meet logistics including lane assignments, event entry submissions, and timing system maintenance for efficient meet operations.
- Supported swimmers'' academic success by monitoring their performance in schoolwork and offering guidance as needed.
- Evaluated individual swimmer progress, providing constructive feedback to facilitate improvement and goal achievement.
- Boosted team morale by celebrating achievements and acknowledging individual efforts during competitions and training sessions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Council Rock High School
Newtown, PA06.1998
Skills
- Student Engagement
- Positive Reinforcement
- Relationship building and management
- Classroom Management
- Organizational abilities
Additional Information
1:1 support for a Life Skills student during classes and community trips.
1:1 support for a Life Skills student during extra curricular activities including band, chorus and Best Buddies.
Learning and implementing the Connecting Math Concepts and REading Mastery programs, which are used in Life Skills program.
2 full years of aide support in the HS Life Skills program.
10 years of aide support with Life Skills students.
Unified Track Coach - 1 year experience - program started 2024
Proficient with implementing assistive technology as per individual/IEP needs.
Timeline
Substitute Life Skills Aide
Quakertown Community School District
09.2014 - Current
Assistant Swim Team Coach
Quakertown YMCA
09.2007 - 05.2015
High School Diploma -
Council Rock High School