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Ransom Scott

Ransom Scott

Brooklyn

Summary

My name is Ransom (She/Her/Hers) and I am a current Art Education student working as a office assistant in the Art and Design Education department at pratt Institute, as well as a teacher's assistant for the Pratt ADE Middle School Portfolio class. my reliability, fast-paced mindset, and relaxing nature helps me along in my studies and in my profession, and I am deeply passionate about the arts and education. I am looking to further enter my field to build my experience level and gain the skills needed to be great at what I do.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Office/Teacher's Assistant

Pratt Institute
06.2025 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Maintained a welcoming front office environment for visitors through professional customer service skills and maintaining a clean space.
  • Managed confidential information with discretion while handling sensitive documents such as student transcripts and personnel files.
  • Ensured timely response to correspondence from parents or other stakeholders by efficiently managing mail distribution within the school office.
  • Performed general clerical tasks such as filing and data entry.
  • Organized and managed school records, student documentation, and administrative communications.
  • Assisted in coordinating school events and meetings by scheduling appointments, sending reminders, and preparing necessary materials.
  • Answered and responded to student and parent inquiries regarding academics, field trips, afterschool activities and school events.
  • Input data into spreadsheets and databases.
  • Reviewed files, records and other documents to obtain information to respond to requests.
  • Compiled and analyzed data to produce reports.

Peer Mentor

Pratt Institute HEOP
08.2024 - 12.2024
  • Conducted regular check-ins with mentees to monitor progress towards achieving their goals and to address any concerns or challenges faced along the way.
  • Developed strong relationships with mentees, fostering a positive learning environment.
  • Encouraged mentees to develop strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
  • Promoted a sense of belonging among peers by fostering an inclusive atmosphere within the mentoring program''s activities and discussions.
  • Enhanced peer understanding by providing one-on-one mentoring and support.
  • Served as a role model for fellow students, demonstrating effective communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Provided guidance to peers on academic and personal matters, promoting overall wellbeing.
  • Connected mentees with academic resources such as tutoring services or workshops when needed to improve performance levels.
  • Shared resources, opportunities, and activities to support mentee's learning and development.
  • Met mentee formally, informally, in-person and virtually to offer support.
  • Established trusting relationship with mentee by maintaining professionalism and honoring confidentiality.
  • Developed mentees' life skills such as time management and communication.
  • Participated in ongoing training to enhance mentoring skills and stay updated on best practices in student success strategies.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Art Education

Pratt Institute
Brooklyn, NY
05-2027

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Positive role model and mentor
  • Growth mindset
  • Behavior management
  • Strong organization
  • Scheduling appointments
  • Filing systems
  • Document preparation
  • Professional telephone etiquette

Affiliations

  • Pratt Institute Diverse Scholars Program

Interests

  • Painting
  • Drawing
  • Animation and other digital works
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Puppetry
  • Fashion
  • Creative Writing

Timeline

Office/Teacher's Assistant

Pratt Institute
06.2025 - Current

Peer Mentor

Pratt Institute HEOP
08.2024 - 12.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Art Education

Pratt Institute

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