Shamerra Degroat
Hackensack
Summary
Committed teacher assistant successfully supervises, guides and supports students. Develops meaningful relationships with students and mentors for growth and improvement. Establishes and maintains safe and healthy environment for children by keeping learning environment clean and orderly.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Teachers Aid
Manoushka
Union City, NJ
12.2025 - Current
- Assisted teachers in developing and implementing lesson plans to enhance student learning experiences.
- Supported classroom management by reinforcing behavioral expectations and providing guidance to students.
- Facilitated small group activities, promoting collaboration and engagement among students with diverse learning needs.
- Implemented individualized support strategies, enhancing student comprehension and retention of curriculum material.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Supported classroom activities, enhancing student engagement and learning experiences.
- Assisted in lesson preparation, ensuring materials met educational standards and objectives.
- Implemented behavior management strategies, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with teachers to adapt instructional materials for diverse learner needs.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback to support academic development.
- Organized classroom resources, promoting efficiency and accessibility for students and staff.
- Facilitated small group sessions, reinforcing core concepts and improving retention rates.
Assistant Teacher
The Learning Place
Hackensack, NJ
08.2021 - 04.2024
- Provided supervision and care to young children ranging from infants to pre-school age.
- Developed positive relationships with parents through communication about their child's daily activities.
- Encouraged socialization among peers by facilitating interactions between kids during outdoor playtime.
- Administered basic first aid when necessary while notifying parents or guardians immediately.
- Followed all state regulations pertaining to childcare facilities including sanitizing materials after use by multiple children.
- Attended workshops related to early childhood education topics such as language development or nutrition.
- Created stimulating learning opportunities through hands-on experience with educational toys and materials.
- Motivated children to participate in various tasks encouraging them to be independent thinkers while having fun at the same time.
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
Head Teacher
Gan Henel
Englewood, NJ
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Collaborated with other administrators in developing strategies for improving student achievement levels.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Assisted teachers with creating and maintaining a safe, orderly learning environment.
- Greeted parents at school events to provide information about curriculum and activities.
- Supervised students during lunchtime, field trips, assemblies, and other activities.
- Participated in professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences related to teaching practices or educational trends.
Cashier
Urban air
Hackensack, Nj
12.2018 - 06.2019
- Adhered to all cash handling policies and procedures.
- Employed suggestive selling techniques to promote [Type] products.
- Solved complaints by customers and issued credits for returned merchandise.
- Counted money in cash drawers at the start of each shift and balanced drawer at the end of each shift.
- Maintained merchandise displays, including endcaps, floor displays, and aisles.
- Answered questions regarding [Type] products.
- Processed cash register transactions by inputting product costs and giving back change.
- Greeted all customers and provided prompt and friendly service.
- Obtained thorough knowledge of products sold to assist customers in locating and purchasing items.
- Processed checks, debit and credit cards, EBTs, WIC checks, refunds, product coupons and gift certificates.
- Found ways to improve customer experience by taking accountability and acting as store Brand Ambassador.
- Increased customer satisfaction ratings by [Number] % in [Number] months.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Bergen Charter
Hackensack, NJ06.2019
Skills
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Infant Care
- Positive Reinforcement
- Classroom Management
- Reliable
- Playful With Children
- Cheerful and Energetic
- Dependable
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Child Development
- CPR and First Aid
- Student Engagement
- Problem Solving
- Team Building
- Cash Handling
- Cash Drawer Balancing
- Customer Service Excellence
Timeline
Teachers Aid
Manoushka
12.2025 - Current
Assistant Teacher
The Learning Place
08.2021 - 04.2024
Head Teacher
Gan Henel
01.2020 - 06.2021
Cashier
Urban air
12.2018 - 06.2019
High School Diploma - undefined
Bergen Charter