Proven educator with extensive experience in early childhood development, notably with Bartow County School System. Excelled in creating engaging learning environments, enhancing student performance through innovative instructional materials and positive reinforcement. Skilled in parent-teacher communication and classroom organization, demonstrating a strong work ethic and a caring demeanor. Achieved significant improvements in student engagement and literacy skills. Experienced professional committed to providing students with tools and resources to succeed academically. Highly organized and detail-oriented with passion for helping children reach academic goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
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Sabrina Swanson
Adairsville,GA
Summary
Overview
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartow County School System
Kindergarten Paraprofessional
08.2018 - 07.2024
Job overview
- Prepared instructional materials, including visual aids, hands-on resources, and multimedia tools, to support teaching objectives effectively.
- Provided one-on-one instruction for struggling students, improving their overall performance in the classroom.
- Supported lead teacher in managing classroom activities for optimal student engagement and growth.
- Implemented positive reinforcement strategies to promote good behavior and foster a supportive learning atmosphere.
- Played games with students to increase understanding of subjects.
- Encouraged and prepared students to become independent readers through systematic, multi-sensory instruction in phonemic awareness and decoding skills.
- Upheld school policies while fostering a safe and nurturing atmosphere conducive to effective learning experiences.
- Aided in conflict resolution between students during challenging situations, promoting harmony within the classroom community.
- Assisted in monitoring standardized testing procedures while maintaining a calm testing environment for students.
- Established strong rapport with parents through regular communication regarding their child''s academic achievements and areas for improvement.
- Instructed children between ages 4 and 6 on mathematical basics.
- Ensured a clean and orderly classroom environment by maintaining organization and assisting with daily cleaning tasks.
- Applied evidence-based practices for classroom management to enhance learning results.
- Observed and assessed student performance and charted progress.
- Helped children build essential social skills through group activities and structured playtime sessions.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Assisted with school field trips and special events by collecting permission slips and payments.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
Self-employeed
Daycare Owner/Operator
08.2007 - 06.2016
Job overview
- Organized fun-filled events and activities for children that promoted learning in an engaging manner.
- Enhanced parent satisfaction by maintaining open communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
- Managed financial aspects of the daycare business, including budgeting, expense tracking, and revenue generation.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for children through regular maintenance, staff training, and adherence to safety protocols.
- Optimized facility space usage by designing creative layouts that maximized play areas while ensuring safety standards were met or exceeded.
- Promoted healthy eating habits among students by overseeing menu planning and meal preparation according to nutritional guidelines set forth by experts in the field of early childhood nutrition.
- Implemented effective conflict resolution strategies to address behavioral issues that arose among students, ensuring a harmonious learning environment for all.
- Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
- Observed and assessed classroom activities to verify conformity with quality standards.
Education
Adairsville High SchoolAdairsville, GA
Diploma
06.1994
University Overview
Skills
- Classroom Organization
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Positive Reinforcement
- Classroom Safety
- Oral communication
- Small Group Instruction
- Instructional assistance
- Computer Skills
- Behavior Modification
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Active Listening
- Decision-Making
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Relationship Building
- Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
- Supervising Classroom Activities
- Task Prioritization
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Self Motivation
- Computer and Microsoft Office Skills
- Professionalism
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability
- ClassDojo
Quote
You can learn many things from children. How much patience you have, for instance.
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Timeline
Kindergarten Paraprofessional
Bartow County School System
08.2018 - 07.2024
Daycare Owner/Operator
Self-employeed
08.2007 - 06.2016
Adairsville High School
Diploma
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