Sandra M. Harrington
Bakersfield,California
Summary
Dynamic Teacher Assistant with proven expertise in student engagement and literacy development, honed across roles at Bakersfield City School District. Excelled in fostering positive learning environments, leveraging collaborative teamwork, and building strong relationships. Achieved significant improvements in classroom management and instructional support, contributing to enhanced academic growth and emotional well-being of students. Goal-oriented caring with students of different learning levels and backgrounds. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or teacher wellbeing with timely support. Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Assistant
Child Development Center
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Supported teacher in monitoring students during lunch periods, recess, and other non-instructional times to maintain safety and orderliness.
- Adhered to classroom protocols to keep areas clean, neat, and organized.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by effectively managing classroom behavior and addressing individual needs.
- Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials, ensuring alignment with curriculum objectives.
Teacher Assistant
Bakersfield City School District
10.2003 - 04.2023
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Supported teacher evaluations by gathering data on student progress through formative assessments.
- Prepared classrooms daily for optimal learning conditions including clean spaces, organized supplies, and appropriate technology setup.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles within the classroom setting.
- Assisted teachers with supervision and care of group of 23 children.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Distributed learning materials such as worksheets, textbooks, and supplemental activities.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Cultivated core values such as kindness, respect, compassion and integrity within students.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between activities by providing clear instructions and maintaining routines.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by effectively managing classroom behavior and addressing individual needs.
- Responded to student needs and questions promptly.
Teacher Assistant, Community Base Tutoring (CBET )
Bakersfield City School District
10.2012 - 05.2016
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CASkills
- Student Engageme
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Literacy development
- Instructional support
- Special Education
- Mathematics Instruction
- Language Arts Instruction
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Relationship Building
Languages
English / Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Teacher Assistant
Child Development Center
05.2023 - Current
Teacher Assistant, Community Base Tutoring (CBET )
Bakersfield City School District
10.2012 - 05.2016
Teacher Assistant
Bakersfield City School District
10.2003 - 04.2023
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Bakersfield College
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