Michaela Demers
Ledyard Center
Summary
Assistant Teacher passionate about helping children complete tasks and learn new concepts. Skilled at evaluating student progression and adapting lesson plans to facilitate learning and growth. Caring and compassionate with students from diverse backgrounds and with different learning styles.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
Pollywogs Child Development Center
01.2024 - Current
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying informed of best practices for teaching strategies and educational technologies.
Lead Teacher
Babbling Bambinos
05.2022 - 11.2023
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Assisted lead teachers with lesson plan creation and materials development .
- Documented student progress and communicated with parents to keep informed.
- Attended training classes, parent conferences and faculty meetings to stay up-to-date on student progress.
Education
Bachelor of Science - School of Education/Humanities/Social Sciences
Eastern Connecticut State University
Willimantic, CT05.2024
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Community College of Rhode Island
Warwick, RI05.2022
Skills
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Oral communication
- Lesson Planning
- Small Group Instruction
- Learning support
- Special Education Support
- Positive Learning Environment
- Positive Reinforcement
Certification
CPR/ First Aid Certification-
American Heart Association
National Early Childhood Program -
Certifications in ECTC, CCP
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Pollywogs Child Development Center
01.2024 - Current
Lead Teacher
Babbling Bambinos
05.2022 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Science - School of Education/Humanities/Social Sciences
Eastern Connecticut State University
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Community College of Rhode Island