Monica McMillan
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Motivated Preschool Instructional Assistant with a deep passion for helping all children excel by supporting teachers and enhancing classroom environments. Proficient in and focused on building connections to help children reach their full potential. Currently, I uphold a strong background in fostering academic and social/emotional growth, while implementing effective behavior management strategies. Notable strengths include creating an environment conducive to learning, managing classroom dynamics, and addressing individual needs with empathy and patience. Past roles incorporated ongoing professional development and collaboration with colleagues to enhance student learning experiences, and contribute positively to the overall school environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Instructional Assistant
Early Learning Center @Memory Rd
Raleigh, NC
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted with the implementation of approved lesson plans and the daily classroom schedule in a part-day structured classroom to meet the needs of all students.
- Supported the lead teacher with daily classroom activities and data collection.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to motivate students when necessary.
- Implemented strategies designed to promote language development among young learners.
- Maintained open communication with parents and successful collaboration with colleagues.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices for early childhood education.
Preschool Instructional Assistant
Murrayville Elementary School
Wilmington, NC
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Identified and supported students with social, emotional growth, and development.
- Orchestrate and lead small and large group activities.
- Engaged with colleagues to plan and implement daily activities and learning elements.
- Communicated with families, and other teaching staff, as needed.
- Assist students with daily classroom routines, such as proper handwashing and consistent reminders of daily classroom rules and expectations.
- Supervise children while maintaining a staff ratio, per state guidelines, at all times.
- Support learning across a curriculum while meeting each child where they are and prioritizing their individual needs
Preschool Instructional Assistant
Career Readiness Academy @Mosley
Wilmington, NC
08.2017 - 06.2023
- Delivered exemplary instructor support by assisting with curriculum development, observations, and assessments.
- Drove social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development through age-appropriate enrichment activities.
- Maintained the safety of children inside and outside of the classroom by proactively monitoring behaviors and tracking children's movements.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and school administrators.
Kindergarten Instructional Assistant
International School at Gregory
Wilmington, NC
11.2016 - 06.2017
- Assisted in the development and implementation of lesson plans for kindergarten classes.
- Backed up lessons with personal support, small group instruction and hands-on activities.
- Conducted small group activities to reinforce learning objectives.
- Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, gymnasiums and field trips.
- Encouraged social interaction among students through cooperative learning activities.
Education
CPR, First Aid Certified
01-2024
Early Childhood Birth-Kindergarten Licensure - Early Childhood Education
Cape Fear Community College
Wilmington, NC05-2023
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Forsyth Technical Community College
Winston-Salem, NC12-2022
High School Diploma -
New Hanover High School
Wilmington NC05-2001
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Wilmington, NCSkills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Behavior management and modeling
- Language development
- Data collection
- Child supervision
- Maintain a safe learning environment
- Arts and crafts aptitude
- Social and emotional skills development
- Effectively collaborate with colleagues
- Strong communication with parents
- Professional development ongoing
Certification
- CPR, First Aid Certification
- Playground Safety Certified
- Level Four Educator
Timeline
Preschool Instructional Assistant
Early Learning Center @Memory Rd
08.2024 - Current
Preschool Instructional Assistant
Murrayville Elementary School
08.2023 - 06.2024
Preschool Instructional Assistant
Career Readiness Academy @Mosley
08.2017 - 06.2023
Kindergarten Instructional Assistant
International School at Gregory
11.2016 - 06.2017
CPR, First Aid Certified
Early Childhood Birth-Kindergarten Licensure - Early Childhood Education
Cape Fear Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Forsyth Technical Community College
High School Diploma -
New Hanover High School
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
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