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Nikki Mills

Buchanan,GA

Summary

Dedicated Teacher's Assistant with a strong background at Tallatoona Haralson Head Start, skilled in fostering a positive learning environment and engaging students through hands-on activities. Proficient in classroom management and effective communication, I excel in individual student assistance and behavior redirection, ensuring safety and promoting developmental milestones.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher's Assistant

Tallatoona Haralson Head Start
09.2024 - Current
  • Teach
  • Assist lead teacher with lessons
  • Assist with individual one on one help
  • Documentation on student behaviors and student progress
  • Maintaining children with challenging behaviors
  • Assisted lead teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans to enhance student learning.
  • Supported classroom management by monitoring student behavior and promoting a positive learning environment.
  • Engaged students in hands-on activities to foster curiosity and enhance cognitive skills.
  • Collaborated with teaching staff to assess individual student needs and adapt instructional strategies accordingly.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance, progress reports, and behavioral observations for review meetings.
  • Ensured the safety of all students by adhering strictly to school policies regarding proper supervision during class times as well as extracurricular activities.
  • Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
  • Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
  • Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
  • Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
  • Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
  • Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining open lines of communication with students, parents, and staff.
  • Supported the lead teacher in developing curriculum materials, ensuring alignment with state standards and educational objectives.
  • Facilitated communication between parents and teachers regarding student progress and needs.

Teacher's Assistant

Sunbrook Academy
04.2023 - 08.2024

• Assist lead teacher with lessons

• Individual one on one time with children that need more comfort and understanding to better help them learn.

• Maintaining great classroom management, providing a positive learning environment for children

• Learning and understanding children with challenges

• Consistent communication with parents on children’s progress and milestone development.

• Documentation on behaviors

•Caring, loving and supervising Children.

Education

Early Childhood Education Diploma - Early Childhood Education

Stratford Career Institute
Saint Albans, VT
2025

High School Diploma -

Bowdon High School
Bowdon, GA
2021

Skills

  • Positive attitude
  • Effective communication
  • Calm and patient demeanor
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Relationship building
  • Classroom management
  • Student engagement
  • Behavior redirection
  • Individual student assistance
  • CPR and first aid
  • Early childhood education
  • Creating visual displays
  • Student safety
  • Child development certification
  • One-on-one and small group instruction
  • Strong work ethic and dependable
  • Lesson planning and preparation
  • Motivating and inspiring students
  • De-escalating and resolving conflicts
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Student records management
  • Progress monitoring

Additional Information

Hello! i am 23 years old i have great experience with children, i have a loving baby boy, he is two years old, i’m a caring teacher with strong communication skills and i drive to excite students about learning. I love creating stimulating environments that help students achieve their full potential and enjoy learning. I communicate effectively and maintain strong relationships with families, and colleagues. I strive to be the best i can be for children.

Timeline

Teacher's Assistant

Tallatoona Haralson Head Start
09.2024 - Current

Teacher's Assistant

Sunbrook Academy
04.2023 - 08.2024

Early Childhood Education Diploma - Early Childhood Education

Stratford Career Institute

High School Diploma -

Bowdon High School