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Fort Wayne,Indiana
Summary
Dedicated instructional assistant with strong communication skills and a calm demeanor. Experienced in supporting diverse learners and fostering inclusive classroom environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Instuctional Assistant
Northwest Allen County Schools
05.2011 - Current
- Facilitated student engagement through structured programs and academic support initiatives.
- Supervised daily activities within study hall, ensuring a productive learning environment.
- Organized resources and materials to support diverse learning styles and needs.
- Assisted struggling learners individually to help them grasp difficult concepts more effectively and increase their confidence in classwork completion primarily in algebra.
- Developed and maintained organized make up testing procedures to assist teachers and to facilitate students with finishing missed tests and quizzes.
- Organized resources and materials to support diverse learning assignments and projects.
- Established a positive rapport with administrators, guidance councilors and teachers across disciplines.
Sunday School Coordinator
Trinity English Lutheran Church
01.2010 - 10.2010
- Coordinated volunteer schedules to ensure adequate staffing during Sunday services.
- Collaborated with church leadership to align educational goals with overall mission objectives.
- Planned and executed vacation Bible school to foster community involvement and strengthen relationships among church members.
Instructional Assistant
Northwest Allen County Schools
08.2008 - 10.2009
- Assisted in assessing student progress, providing feedback for instructional adjustments and improvements.
- Implemented adaptive learning tools to accommodate diverse student needs in educational settings.
- Followed instructional plans prepared by the teacher of record to support the skill development needs of multiple students in grades K-5.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Manchester College
North Manchester 08.1980 - 05.1984
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Coe College
Cedar Rapids, IA05-2002
Skills
- Organization and prioritization
- Effective written and verbal communication
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Small group and individual assistance
- Multicultural awareness
- Helping students with special needs
- Pupil supervision (class size 60 students)
- Mathematics instruction
- Clerical support
- Classroom organization
- Faculty support
Timeline
Instuctional Assistant
Northwest Allen County Schools
05.2011 - Current
Sunday School Coordinator
Trinity English Lutheran Church
01.2010 - 10.2010
Instructional Assistant
Northwest Allen County Schools
08.2008 - 10.2009
Bachelor of Arts -
Manchester College
08.1980 - 05.1984
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Coe College