Monica Dawsom
Decatur,IL
Summary
Adept at fostering student engagement and classroom organization, I excelled at Decatur Public Schools by enhancing academic growth and emotional well-being. My adaptability and effective parent communication, coupled with a proven track record in improving classroom participation by implementing behavior modification strategies, underscore my comprehensive skill set in both educational and supportive roles.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Extended Day Teacher
Decatur Public Schools
Decatur, IL
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Floater Teacher Assistant
Empowerment Opportunity Center
Decatur, IL
09.2021 - 04.2024
- Promoted a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering mutual respect among students.
- Built and maintained environment that stimulated learning and supported student achievement.
- Exercised great adaptability in transitioning between assigned classrooms.
- Established open lines of communication with parents, updating them on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
Utility Worker
Fuyao Glass America
Decatur, IL
08.2019 - 02.2021
- Kept work area clean, neat, and well-stocked to maximize productivity.
- Collected and disposed of trash and debris.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues across various departments.
- Verified that all safety procedures were followed while working on utility systems.
Cook
Decatur Conference Center
03.2018 - 08.2019
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Cook
Country Club Of Decatur
06.2011 - 12.2017
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Eisenhower High School
Decatur, IL05.2002
Skills
- Classroom Organization
- Student Engagement
- Student Supervision
- Parent Communication
Timeline
Extended Day Teacher
Decatur Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
Floater Teacher Assistant
Empowerment Opportunity Center
09.2021 - 04.2024
Utility Worker
Fuyao Glass America
08.2019 - 02.2021
Cook
Decatur Conference Center
03.2018 - 08.2019
Cook
Country Club Of Decatur
06.2011 - 12.2017
High School Diploma -
Eisenhower High School