Monica Yates
Fairless Hills,PA
Summary
Assistant Teacher obtaining her Bachelor's Degree in Early Education (PreK-4) and Special Education (K-12) who is passionate about helping children complete tasks and learn new concepts. Expert in closely monitoring student progress while implementing modern educational techniques into daily practices. Caring and compassionate with students from diverse backgrounds and with different learning styles. Committed to long-term student success through well-rounded educations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher (Pre-K)
WeeCare Early Learning Center
02.2020 - Current
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
- Assisted in lessons, curriculum and homework planning.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
- Monitored students during quizzes and tests.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Customer Service
ShopRite
07.2018 - 02.2020
- Answered incoming calls from current customers and asked open-ended questions to determine needs.
- Developed lasting relationships with customers, which helped to bring in additional business opportunities.
- Updated customer reward data with new information, address changes and contact details.
- Collaborated with customer service department to discuss new ways to alleviate service issues.
Cashier/Merchandise Associate
Sesame Place
09.2016 - 01.2018
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Operated cash register for cash and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education/Special Education
Holy Family University
Philadelphia, PA12.2024
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Bucks County Community College
Newtown, PA08.2022
Skills
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Small Group Instruction
- Faculty Collaboration
- Behavior Management
- Professional Development
- Student Engagement
- Parent Communication
- Positive Reinforcement
- Special Needs Students
- Co-Teaching and Co-Planning
Timeline
Assistant Teacher (Pre-K)
WeeCare Early Learning Center
02.2020 - Current
Customer Service
ShopRite
07.2018 - 02.2020
Cashier/Merchandise Associate
Sesame Place
09.2016 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education/Special Education
Holy Family University
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Bucks County Community College