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Nashonte DeVaughn

Upper Marlboro,MD

Summary

Motivated Teacher's Assistant with six-year background caring for children aged five-17. Skilled at creating environments conducive to learning, growth, and continuous development. Well-versed in lesson planning and curriculum development. I am self-driven Teaching Assistant with excellent time management and experience working in classroom environments, support teachers with attendance process, collecting, correcting classwork and homework. Also, I am competent in applied behavior analysis and familiar with teaching methodologies. Therefore, I am a dependable employee seeking opportunity, to expand skills and contribute to company success. Considering hardworking, ethical, and detail-oriented individual who stays on top of demands in fast-paced environments, by effectively using slow periods. I applied to be a student working towards my BA, in Psychology and looking to close any knowledge gaps, to offer value to my employer and team.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher's Assistant

The Children's Guild Public Charter School
Washington, D.C
04.2019 - Current
  • Managing groups to promote safety, minimize injury, and meet developmental needs.
  • Preparing instructional materials and classroom displays for teacher.
  • Creating classroom environment conducive to learning.
  • Conducted ongoing assessment of student achievement using formal and informal testing.
  • Providing orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
  • Participating in regular student reviews to help teacher spot areas of potential improvement.

Teacher's Assistant

High Road School
Lanham, MD
08.2018 - 03.2019
  • Recorded data on students' IEP objectives for use in monitoring and adjusting programs.
  • Engaged students with diverse teaching strategies, hands-on activities and technology-based approaches.
  • Boosted student learning with targeted lessons and activities.
  • Built strong relationships with students, staff and parents.
  • Utilized conscious discipline strategies and techniques when working with students.

Teacher's Assistant

The Foundation Schools of Mont
Upper Marlboro, MD
03.2017 - 08.2018
  • Enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the classroom.
  • Utilized variety of teaching methods including lectures, media, group discussions and role-playing.
  • Discussed in-class issues and learning interruptions with parents in order to develop solutions.
  • Coordinated after scholl tutoring hours with teachers, to help students in need of extra attention

Paraprofessional

St. Colleta of Greater Washington
Washington , D.C
05.2016 - 03.2017
  • Supported students in completing classwork and applying academic concepts.
  • Manged classroom activities and redirected problematic behavior.
  • Delivered assistance to 2+ teachers and 20+ students with special needs, including non-English-speaking students and those with physical and mental disabilities.
  • Instructed a group of children to exercise letter sounds, words, colors, and basic social skills, boosting their performance score by 25%
  • Delivered support to students in one-on-one setting to achieve cognitive and development milestones, including language acquisition and social skills.

Education

High School Diploma -

Largo High School
Upper Marlboro, MD
05.2005

Skills

  • Reinforcing Learning Concepts
  • Collaborative and Team-Oriented
  • Organizational and Planning Skills
  • Computer and Microsoft Office Skills
  • Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
  • School Policy and Rules Enforcement
  • Audio-Visual Demonstrations
  • Lesson Planning and Preparation
  • Supervising Classroom Activities
  • Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
  • Small Group Support and Assistance
  • Experience with Diverse Student Populations
  • Creating a Safe Learning Environment
  • Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Role Playing and Interaction Methods
  • Grading and Reviewing Student Work
  • Promoting Social and Emotional Development
  • Motivating and Inspiring Students
  • No Child Left Behind Requirement
  • Parent-Teacher Conferences
  • ClassDojo Software Experience
  • Individualized Education Plans
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Special Education Background
  • Facilitating Online Learning

Certification

CPI Certified in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention ( including aggression de-escalation & least-restrictive holds)

First Aid and CPR/ American Red Cross

Timeline

Teacher's Assistant

The Children's Guild Public Charter School
04.2019 - Current

Teacher's Assistant

High Road School
08.2018 - 03.2019

Teacher's Assistant

The Foundation Schools of Mont
03.2017 - 08.2018

Paraprofessional

St. Colleta of Greater Washington
05.2016 - 03.2017

High School Diploma -

Largo High School

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