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Monisha Smith

FORT WINGATE,NM

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated professional with experience as a Preschool Assistant Teacher at Gallup Headstart, skilled in creative lesson planning and effective classroom management. Proven ability to foster children's development and enhance learning experiences through innovative educational resources and strong communication skills. Committed to creating a safe and engaging environment for all students. Well-rounded professional possessing excellent clerical and team support abilities. Skilled in scheduling meetings and appointments and organizing office operations. Punctual professional committed to satisfying customer needs and meeting office demands.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Preschool Assistant Teacher

Gallup Headstart
Gallup, NM
10.2024 - 05.2025
  • Assisted lead teacher in daily classroom activities and lesson implementation.
  • Supported children's social and emotional development through structured play.
  • Organized classroom materials and ensured a tidy learning environment.
  • Collaborated with parents to communicate children's progress and needs.
  • Supervised children during outdoor activities and ensured safety protocols.
  • Prepared educational resources to enhance learning experiences for students.
  • Implemented behavior management techniques to promote positive interactions.
  • Participated in staff meetings to discuss curriculum improvements and student engagement.
  • Maintained clean, well-kept classroom to encourage children to create, explore and play with confidence.
  • Facilitated outdoor playtime activities while ensuring safety protocols were followed at all times.
  • Supported lead teacher with daily classroom activities.
  • Encouraged creativity among students by providing them with materials needed for art projects or other creative activities.
  • Supervised students outside classroom during recess, lunch, and breaks.
  • Assisted the lead teacher in maintaining accurate documentation of student attendance records as well as incident reports if necessary.
  • Observed children's performance, behavior, social development and physical health.
  • Instructed and assisted students during craft activities.
  • Assisted in preparing meals and snacks for preschoolers according to nutritional guidelines.
  • Assisted with or led story time by reading books to children.
  • Maintained daily records of activities, behaviors, meals, and naps.

Assistant

Navajo Nation Department Of Personnel Management
Iyanbito, NM
08.2023 - 03.2024
  • Assisted in developing and implementing personnel policies and procedures.
  • Organized employee engagement activities to promote workplace morale.
  • Greeted visitors, clients and guests in a professional manner.
  • Organized and maintained filing systems for documents and records.
  • Entered data into databases accurately and efficiently.
  • Answered incoming calls, responded to emails, faxes and other inquiries from customers and vendors.
  • Assisted in the preparation of reports, presentations and correspondence.
  • Gathered and sorted data for reports and files.
  • Archived confidential material using established procedures.
  • Scheduled meetings, appointments and travel arrangements for staff members.

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Gallup McKinley County School District
Gallup, NM
06.2022 - 12.2022
  • Delivered engaging lessons to diverse K-12 students in various subjects.
  • Managed classroom behavior to create a positive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with regular teachers to follow lesson plans and curriculum goals.
  • Maintained a safe and orderly classroom during instructional activities.
  • Adapted teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles and abilities.
  • Monitored classrooms, ensuring that all students were safe and adhering to school rules.
  • Provided feedback to teachers on student behavior and performance in the classroom.
  • Assisted with classroom instruction, following lesson plans and providing additional support to students.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Integrated Studies

Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM
05-2020

High School Diploma -

Wingate High School
Fort Wingate, NM
05-2016

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Care And Education

Navajo Technical University
Crownpoint, NM

Skills

  • Creative thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Classroom management
  • Child development
  • Behavior management
  • Educational resource preparation
  • Communication skills
  • Active listening
  • Time management
  • Strong work ethic and dependable
  • Communication and interpersonal skills
  • Multitasking
  • Teaching method adaptations
  • Self motivation
  • Learning strategies
  • Health and safety
  • First aid and CPR
  • Customer service
  • Adaptability skills
  • Mail processing
  • File organization
  • Copying documents
  • Fax operations
  • Phone reception
  • Bank deposit reconciliation
  • Email management

Hobbies and Interest

i find joy in a variety of hobbies that bring balance to my life. Engaging in outdoor activities such as hiking, running, weightlifting and bike riding which allows me to recharge and enjoy nature. I am also an avid reader with spans of genres that expands my knowledge and provides a welcome escape. Cooking and baking i enjoy experimenting with flavors and creating meals that provides a creative outlet for myself.

Timeline

Preschool Assistant Teacher

Gallup Headstart
10.2024 - 05.2025

Assistant

Navajo Nation Department Of Personnel Management
08.2023 - 03.2024

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Gallup McKinley County School District
06.2022 - 12.2022

Associate of Applied Science - Integrated Studies

Central New Mexico Community College

High School Diploma -

Wingate High School

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Care And Education

Navajo Technical University

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