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Mitzi Smith

Yanceyville,NC

Summary

Encouraging and compassionate paraprofessional with the ability to make a positive impact on students and help develop a holistic approach to learning. Understanding of what it means to encourage the general well-being of students in order to create an inclusive community of individuals for a successful future.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Exceptional Child Teacher Assistant

Alamance Burlington School System
01.2019 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
  • Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
  • Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.

Teacher Assistant

Caswell County Schools
08.1995 - 12.2018
  • Created and produced documents to enhance classroom instruction.
  • Tracked student progress.
  • Small and whole group instruction.
  • Tutoring
  • Individual instruction.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Horticulture

Alamance Community College
Graham, NC
1994

Skills

  • Multitasking and prioritization
  • Classroom management
  • Resourcefulness
  • Creative
  • Organization and efficiency
  • Communication
  • Patience

Timeline

Exceptional Child Teacher Assistant

Alamance Burlington School System
01.2019 - Current

Teacher Assistant

Caswell County Schools
08.1995 - 12.2018

Associate of Applied Science - Horticulture

Alamance Community College
Mitzi Smith