Shakira Ware- Creel
Margate
Summary
Dedicated and goal-oriented teacher focused on delivering education in a fun, upbeat, modern and loving environment to students of different learning levels and backgrounds to reach their full potential and go beyond.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teachers Assistant
Margate Elementary School
6300 NW 18th St, Margate, FL 33063
12.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Greeted and gathered students and their belonging from their parents every morning and escorted them to their classrooms.
- Monitored students and made sure they checked their schedules throughout the day for each task.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Conducted Circle Time 2 days out of the week.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Presented wide range of information to students using hands-on instructional techniques for effective comprehension.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Helped teachers recognize learning issues evidenced in one-to-one support instruction.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Created two Teacher Time Activities/ Arts & Crafts a week for the students.
- Changed diapers and potty trained students.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Assisted lead teachers with lesson plan creation and materials development .
- Assisted teacher with writing IEPs and took part in IEP meeting.
- Took part of Teacher Parent conferences.
- Attended training classes, parent conferences and faculty meetings to stay up-to-date on student progress.
Aftercare Counselor (Monitor 2)
Maplewood Elementary School
9850 Ramblewood Dr. Coral Springs Fl. 33071
08.2010 - 06.2023
- Observed and monitored children's play activities to promote healthy, safe environment.
- Prepared after-school enrichment activities for children to encourage student participation.
- Organized and stored toys and classroom materials to maintain order in activity areas.
- Performed general housekeeping duties by washing tables and chairs, putting away chairs and properly placing toys in cubbies.
- Helped students with homework assignments.
- Tutored and assisted children in small groups of individuals to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
Nanny (Bestfriend)
Erin And Courtney Yergens
1426 Walnut Terr., Boca Raton Fl., 33486
10.2011 - 08.2021
- Took on duties as if I were their 2nd mom.
- Helped boys with homework and prepped them for their upcoming test and weekly bible recitals.
- Attended teacher parents conferences and school events.
- Transported to and from boys from school and sports.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Walked, groomed and fed family dog (Henry).
- Organized and cleaned home by picking up toys, laundry, deep clean twice a week and straightening up at the end of each day.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Potty trained
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
- Ran varies amount of errands and did the weekly grocery shopping.
- Established and maintained safe play environment for children.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling.
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
- Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior.
- Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.
- Regularly traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
- Most importantly I loved my boys as if they were my own and protected them from any harm and/ or danger.
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Maplewood Elementary School
9850 Ramblewood Dr., Coral Springs, Florida 33071
08.2018 - 12.2019
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
Little Owls Day Care Teacher
Maplewood Elementary School
9850 Ramblewood Dr., Coral Springs Fl., 33071
01.2012 - 06.2012
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FL11.2023
Associate of Arts - Education
Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FL04.2019
Skills
- IEP Development and Implication
- Proactive Behavior Management
- Creativity
- Social Skills
- Collaboration
- Interpersonal Skills
- Empathy and Patience
- Communication
Certification
- ESE K-12
- ASD, Reading and ESOL Endorsements
- Nanny Certified
- CPR, First Aid and Life Saver Certified.
References
Thomas Schroder, Principal of Margate Elementary School
(754) 322-6915
Thomas.schroeder@browardschools.com
Leena Itty, Principal of Maplewood Elementary School
(754) 322-6850
Leena.itty@browardschools.com
Deborah Saulsby, Aftercare Directer at Maplewood Elementary School
(754) 322-6850
Deborah.saulsby@browardschools.com
Erin Yergens, Mom of Ryder and Merritt Yergens
(561) 414-3746
Ejyergens@gmail.com
Timeline
Teachers Assistant
Margate Elementary School
12.2019 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Maplewood Elementary School
08.2018 - 12.2019
Little Owls Day Care Teacher
Maplewood Elementary School
01.2012 - 06.2012
Nanny (Bestfriend)
Erin And Courtney Yergens
10.2011 - 08.2021
Aftercare Counselor (Monitor 2)
Maplewood Elementary School
08.2010 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Education
Broward College
Associate of Arts - Education
Broward College