Serrita Francois
Montgomery Village,Maryland
Summary
A Homeschool Instructor with 3 years of experience in teaching instruction. Expert in closely monitoring student progress while implementing modern educational techniques into daily practices. Committed to long-term student success through well-rounded educations.
Passionate Teaching Assistant offering 4-year background working with students at elementary and middle school levels. Skilled in assisting teachers with classroom functions, lesson planning and individual and group instruction. Talented in using various strategies to model positive behavior and maintain classroom discipline. One year experience post Covid-19 in independent classroom management.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Homeschool Teacher
Francois Family
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Graded homework, quizzes, classwork and exams to report on progress of students' achievements.
- Evaluated classical, student-lead and unschooling methodologies for best option.
- Organized hands-on instructional activities to supplement textbook instruction to engage and motivate my student.
- Attended textbooks fairs and homeschool meetings to understand different approaches to subject matter.
- Adapted teaching methods and lesson plans to my changing student needs.
- Researched and chose appropriate curriculum to meet child's abilities and grade levels.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep my student engaged.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
Teaching Assistant
St. Raphael Catholic School & Preschool
08.2016 - 06.2022
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Handled class records for attendance, assignment grades and course participation scores.
- Shared important information with students concerning upcoming assignments and tests.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Taught courses under guidance of senior instructors.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
- Developed materials for classroom teachers to support instruction, lab work or in-class activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Howard University
Washington, DC05.1997
Timeline
Homeschool Teacher
Francois Family
08.2022 - 06.2024
Teaching Assistant
St. Raphael Catholic School & Preschool
08.2016 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Howard University
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