Pamela Leavell
Calhoun ,GA
Summary
Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Committed to providing culturally responsive support, meeting diverse needs of others. Learns new skills quickly; has held several short term positions such as inventory counting and control and assisting others with preparing taxes. Has even built electrical cables for small aircraft.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional Teacher
Calhoun City Schools
07.2023 - 04.2024
- Assisted in preparing classroom materials including worksheets, visual aids, and manipulatives to enhance learning experiences for students.
- Monitored student behavior in various settings such as classrooms, hallways, and lunch areas, reinforcing positive behaviors while addressing negative actions promptly and effectively.
- Assisted struggling students through one-on-one tutoring sessions, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians regarding student progress, addressing concerns as needed to support overall academic success.
- Provided assistance to students during independent work periods, offering guidance and encouragement as they worked on assignments and projects.
Substitute Teacher
Calhoun City Schools
03.2016 - 05.2023
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Teachers' Assistant
Memphis City Schools
08.1998 - 08.2004
- Worked with hearing impaired children, helping them to use the hearing and speech they had
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Reviewed lesson material with students individually or in small groups.
- Helped teachers recognize learning issues evidenced in one-to-one support instruction.
- Provided instructional support to students unable to attend regular classes.
Education
No Degree - Electronics Geared Towards Avionics
State Technical Institute in Memphis
Memphis, TNHigh School Diploma -
Trezevant High School
Memphis, TNSkills
- Classroom Organization
- Positive Reinforcement
- Sign Language
- Fairly good Spanish (still learning)
- Patient
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Documentation
- Disability Awareness
Timeline
Paraprofessional Teacher
Calhoun City Schools
07.2023 - 04.2024
Substitute Teacher
Calhoun City Schools
03.2016 - 05.2023
Teachers' Assistant
Memphis City Schools
08.1998 - 08.2004
No Degree - Electronics Geared Towards Avionics
State Technical Institute in Memphis
High School Diploma -
Trezevant High School
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