Serena Cotton
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Dynamic educator and team collaborator, enhancing student success through personalized learning and technology integration. Leveraged patience, empathy, and creative thinking to achieve notable improvements in student engagement and achievement. Skilled in data-driven instruction and records management, consistently exceeding goals with innovative strategies.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Tutor
World Wise Tutoring
01.2021 - Current
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
- Issued reports updating students, parents and teachers on student progress.
- Conducted tutoring sessions at schools, homes and public spaces.
- Mentored and coached students with focus on developing independence and self-confidence.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators and parents to determine how best to support student success.
Tutor
The Tutoring Center
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Led tutoring workshops for groups of students with related tutoring needs.
- Administered standardized tests to assess student strengths and weaknesses.
- Maintained records of student assessments, tutoring activities and results.
- Issued reports updating students, parents and teachers on student progress.
- Conducted review sessions to help students prepare for tests.
- Used variety of teaching methods to successfully help wide range of students.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback and support.
- Worked closely with students on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
Certified Teaching Assistant
Childcare Careers
05.2018 - 08.2023
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.
Lab Assistant
Tarrant County College
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Managed specimen sample handling, receiving, storage and inventory.
- Logged samples correctly into computerized tracking system.
- Maintained lab by calibrating equipment and cleaning surfaces and items used.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by maintaining and organizing equipment, supplies, and samples.
- Worked closely with lab staff on special projects.
- Trained and supervised junior technicians in laboratory protocols.
- Coordinated and managed laboratory projects and experiments.
- Participated in research projects by designing and executing experiments.
Certified Teacher Assistant
International Leadership of Texas
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear classroom expectations and maintaining consistent routines.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed for optimal results.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, maximizing student engagement and understanding.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by implementing consistent consequences and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to address diverse learning needs and ensure individual student success.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives focused on improving student achievement levels, participating in data-driven decision-making processes, and collaborating on team-based projects.
- Served as a mentor for new teacher assistants, sharing best practices and offering guidance on classroom management strategies.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching skills.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing visual aids, real-world examples, and hands-on activities.
- Facilitated small group tutoring sessions, boosting understanding of complex subjects.
- Taught courses under guidance of senior instructors.
- Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s academic progress and behavioral concerns.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Shannon Medical Center
San Angelo, Texas
01.2014 - 05.2014
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills when working alongside fellow nurse assistants, nurses, physicians and other healthcare professionals striving towards common goals centered around providing high-quality care tailored specifically towards meeting individual patient needs as they arise throughout course treatment process.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records, contributing to efficient communication among healthcare team members.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Improved patient care by assisting nurses with daily tasks and providing compassionate support to patients.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during times of stress or illness, fostering a positive healing environment.
Education
Associate of Arts - Teaching EC-6th
Tarrant County College
Fort Worth, TX 12.2017 - 05.2019
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Tarrant County College
Fort Worth, TX05-2018
No Degree - Deaf Education
Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, TXSkills
- Patience and Empathy
- Problem-solving skills
- Creative Thinking
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Math skill evaluation
- Records Management
- Small group reading instruction
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Technology Integration
Timeline
Tutor
The Tutoring Center
08.2022 - 12.2023
Tutor
World Wise Tutoring
01.2021 - Current
Lab Assistant
Tarrant County College
08.2019 - 12.2019
Certified Teaching Assistant
Childcare Careers
05.2018 - 08.2023
Associate of Arts - Teaching EC-6th
Tarrant County College
12.2017 - 05.2019
Certified Teacher Assistant
International Leadership of Texas
08.2017 - 05.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Shannon Medical Center
01.2014 - 05.2014
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Tarrant County College
No Degree - Deaf Education
Texas Christian University
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