RUTH A. ASSEFA
Burien,USA
Summary
Experienced Teaching Assistant dedicated to supporting lead teachers in instruction and student support. Committed to positively impacting children's lives and enhancing their academic and life performance. Highly personable with a strong passion for working with children.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
KinderCare Learning Centers
Seattle, WA
07.2023 - 06.2024
- Supporting young children with developing skills through curriculum in early childhood education
- Learned how to engage with children from ages 1-2 through play and promoting a learning space to grow by building relationships
- Supervised children during class breaks and lunch periods
Readiness Tutor
AVID Learning
Des Moines
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Help assist first-generation underclassmen in groups of 5-6 students
- Take on a leadership role and engage in group activities, such as college Q&A and SAT example problems
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
University of Washington
Seattle, WA06.2026
High School Diploma -
Highline High School
Burien, WA06-2021
Skills
- Student and parent relations
- Organization in ability to meet deadlines
- Activity implementation
- Student Motivation
- CPR and First Aid
PROJECTS
MercyWorldWide "Bridging the Gap"
- The project was led by MercyWorldwide, a nonprofit organization, whose goal is to give relief efforts all around the world and to support local communities. An annual event is held in June with a chosen theme, this year was "Bridging the Gap" which was giving back to the elderly who have been impacted by COVID-19.
- My role was to initiate contact with local senior centers via phone or email as well as setting up meetings to help coordinate the event.
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
KinderCare Learning Centers
07.2023 - 06.2024
Readiness Tutor
AVID Learning
10.2019 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
University of Washington
High School Diploma -
Highline High School