I like to coach children in chess
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Sandhya Venkat
Educator
Yorkville,Illinois
Summary
Dutiful Assistant Teacher experienced in supplementing logistics and learning-support to promote productive classroom environments. Expert abilities in student assessment, classroom management management and cultivation of positive student behaviors. Lends critical support to lesson and curriculum planning. Offers thorough understanding of nuanced details and unique considerations of student needs. Assistant Teacher passionate about helping children complete tasks and learn new concepts. Skilled at evaluating student progression and adapting lesson plans to facilitate learning and growth. Caring and compassionate with students from diverse backgrounds and with different learning styles. Dedicated Assistant Teacher with excellent communication and coordination skills demonstrated through previous classroom experience. Compassionate, professional and committed to student learning and overall wellbeing. Quick to jump in and help teacher with student or administrative needs.
Overview
16
years of professional experience
7
years of post-secondary education
4
Languages
Work History
Chicago Jesuit AcademyChicago, IL
Math Teacher
07.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, fostering a supportive home-school partnership.
- Developed effective assessment strategies for measuring student progress in alignment with instructional goals.
- Implemented data-driven instruction by analyzing student performance data to inform lesson planning and differentiation strategies.
- Mentored and supported struggling students through targeted one-on-one tutoring sessions, leading to increased confidence and success in mathematics.
S.R.Paddock Elementary SchoolPalatine, IL
Teacher Assistant
08.2018 - 06.2023
Job overview
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities..
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
- Planned, prepared and presented group assignments to encourage collaboration.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
- Assisted in lessons, curriculum and homework planning.
- Oversaw classroom operations during teacher and parent meetings.
- Provided additional mentoring based on student evaluations.
- Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress.
- Monitored students during quizzes and tests.
- Distributed tests, assignments and handouts per teacher specifications.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
CCSD 15Palatine, IL
Student Teacher
01.2023 - 03.2023
Job overview
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
- Utilized various teaching techniques and strategies to engage students in learning.
- Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
- Monitored student progress to provide feedback on assignments and guidance on areas requiring improvement.
- Observed and participated in special learning opportunities to expand horizons and learn different approaches.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
- Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem solving skills to enable students to step out of comfort zone.
- Facilitated discussions and activities to promote student collaboration and engagement.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
CCSD 15Palatine, IL
Long-Term Substitute Teacher ( COVID Virtually )
09.2020 - 12.2020
Job overview
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Organized lesson plans using teaching software for long-term interim assignments.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Communicated with parents regarding lesson plans and upcoming activities and provided feedback on student performance.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Assigned, explained and graded homework.
- Incorporated technology into learning to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to accommodate varied student learning styles.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to students, parents and school administrators.
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
- Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
- Developed lesson plans to align with grade-level standards and objectives.
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
- Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
- Distributed textbooks, workbooks, papers and pencils to students.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
KinderCare Learning CentersSchaumburg, IL
Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom
09.2011 - 08.2014
Job overview
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Increased student involvement in program offerings through strategic redesign of program processes and methods.
Kelly Educational StaffingGlastonbury, CT
Substitute Teacher, K-12
03.2008 - 06.2010
Job overview
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Education
National Louis UniversityChicago, IL
Master of Arts from Special Education K - 21
03.2021 - 06.2023
Madras University ( VGP School of Management )
MBA from Finance
06.1993 - 04.1995
Seetha Lakshmi Ramaswamy College Trichy India
Bachelor of Science from Botany
06.1990 - 06.1993
Skills
Behavior management
undefinedInterests
Chess
Played chess and collage level. Helped conduct chess club at Hunting Ridge Elementary School. Volunteered at various chess tournament and assisted chess tournament director.
Timeline
Math Teacher
Chicago Jesuit Academy
07.2023 - Current
Student Teacher
CCSD 15
01.2023 - 03.2023
National Louis University
Master of Arts from Special Education K - 21
03.2021 - 06.2023
Long-Term Substitute Teacher ( COVID Virtually )
CCSD 15
09.2020 - 12.2020
Teacher Assistant
S.R.Paddock Elementary School
08.2018 - 06.2023
Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom
KinderCare Learning Centers
09.2011 - 08.2014
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Kelly Educational Staffing
03.2008 - 06.2010
Madras University ( VGP School of Management )
MBA from Finance
06.1993 - 04.1995
Seetha Lakshmi Ramaswamy College
Bachelor of Science from Botany
06.1990 - 06.1993
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