Sarah Moody
Gulfport,MS
Summary
Teacher assistant that loves what she does. I just want to be able to make a difference in the life of a child. In this job I go above and beyond to make sure the children feel safe, cared for, and their educational needs are met while in my care. I feel its important to have open communication with parents as well. I am in the classroom to assist the lead teacher in any way that she needs.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Harrison County Schools
01.1992 - 05.2025
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- 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.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine care for their well-being and academic success.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
- Assisted in implementation of new learning tools, systems and materials.
Summer Camp Instructor
Boys And Girls Club Of The Gulf Coast
05.2004 - 07.2023
- Enhanced camper experience by developing creative and interactive activities tailored to their interests.
- Increased parent satisfaction by maintaining open lines of communication and providing regular updates on camper progress.
- Adapted quickly to unforeseen circumstances or challenges, demonstrating resilience and flexibility in maintaining high-quality programming for campers despite obstacles.
- Planned and delivered interactive crafts and activities to groups of 30-40 kids.
- Supported camper emotional well-being by creating safe spaces for open dialogue and offering compassionate guidance when needed.
- Fostered a positive environment for campers with diverse backgrounds, ensuring inclusivity and respect among all participants.
- Created lesson plans and led hands-on group projects for all students.
- Reduced conflicts among campers by implementing effective behavior management strategies that promoted cooperation and understanding within groups.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping of attendance, incident reports, and evaluation data for informed decision-making processes in future camps.
- Promoted wellness and self-care by incorporating physical activities and mindfulness exercises into daily programming, supporting camper well-being holistically.
- Taught kids ages 7 to 9 rules and gameplay of different sports.
- Contributed to camp culture by actively participating in staff meetings and events, fostering camaraderie among team members for a positive work environment.
- Built positive and productive relationships with students and parents to further program objectives and overall success.
- Mentored junior staff members, sharing expertise in activity planning and group facilitation to enhance their professional growth.
- Educated children on all subjects.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Education
Elementary Education
University of District of Columbia
Washington, D.C.Elementary Education
Jefferson Davis College
Gulfport, MSHigh School Diploma -
Long Beach Senior High School
Long Beach, MS05-1977
Skills
- Coordinate team building activities
- Taught social skills
- Positive reinforcement
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Emotional awareness
- Life skills
- School subjects were taught
- Parent communication
Timeline
Summer Camp Instructor
Boys And Girls Club Of The Gulf Coast
05.2004 - 07.2023
Assistant Teacher
Harrison County Schools
01.1992 - 05.2025
Elementary Education
University of District of Columbia
Elementary Education
Jefferson Davis College
High School Diploma -
Long Beach Senior High School
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