Samantha Cain
Laurens,South Carolina
Summary
Versatile teacher assistant with experience at Laurens District 55, adept in Montessori Method and curriculum design, excels in fostering child development and classroom management. Demonstrated success in collaborative teamwork and effective communication, significantly enhancing learning environments. Proven track record in employing active learning methods to achieve notable student progress. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Early childhood education position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm. Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Primary Montessori Teacher Assistant
Laurens District 55
10.2023 - Current
- Guided children to resolve disagreements and documented issues, incidents and behavior problems for appropriate follow-up.
- Worked cooperatively with staff to provide training, support, guidance and constructive feedback.
- Contributed positively to school community and fully supported school mission and goals.
- Observed children and interpreted classroom needs.
- Greeted parents and children at arrival and departure times to make families feel welcomed into environment.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
Dance Teacher
TDS Dance Studios
11.2020 - Current
- Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities.
- Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and ballet positions.
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Planned routines for recitals and performances.
- Provided constructive corrections to encourage students to learn steps and improve dancing.
- Monitored student behavior to identify potential issues and address problems appropriately.
- Taught and explained choreography by breaking down steps and demonstrating moves.
- Assessed student progress regularly to identify students needing individualized help, provide feedback and select suitable material for dancers.
- Recognized and adapted to different learning styles to productively communicate and teach materials to all students.
- Adhered to studio guidelines and legal requirements.
- Promoted creative expression to encourage students to explore dance as art and self expression through movement.
- Motivated and encouraged students to practice dance routines to work toward set goals.
- Monitored student progress and provided individualized instruction to meet student needs and goals.
- Advised students on selecting and developing effective study habits for self-enrichment topics.
- Observed students to assess abilities, interests and learning objectives for personalized lesson planning.
- Designed and implemented activities to help students explore and develop interests.
- Conducted classes and workshops for students on special topics of interest.
- Created interactive activities to engage students and maximize learning.
- Met needs of different students by adapting teaching materials and methods.
Assistant General Manager
Sonic Drive In
12.2017 - Current
- Managed team schedule with eye for coverage needs and individual strengths.
- Mentored and motivated team members to achieve challenging business goals.
- Oversaw inventory by ordering precise quantities of stock and executing corrective actions to drive profitability.
- Resolved problems promptly to elevate customer approval.
- Motivated, trained, and disciplined employees to maximize performance.
- Maintained well-controlled business inventory with minimal losses by enforcing solid monitoring and management structures.
- Enforced quality assurance protocols to deliver ideal customer experiences.
- Handled cash accurately and prepared deposits.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Analyzed customer feedback data to identify areas of improvement and develop solutions.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Lander University
Greenwood, SC05.2025
Skills
- Understanding of child development
- Hands-on lessons
- Curriculum design knowledge
- Parental Communication
- Classroom Management
- Active learning methods
- Personalized learning
- Self-directed play
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Classroom management skills
- Skill Development
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Outdoor Play Activities
- Patient
- Individual Instruction
- Communication Management
- Teaching
- Great observation abilities
- Lesson Planning
- Curriculum Planning
Timeline
Primary Montessori Teacher Assistant
Laurens District 55
10.2023 - Current
Dance Teacher
TDS Dance Studios
11.2020 - Current
Assistant General Manager
Sonic Drive In
12.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Lander University
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