Shelley Ottley
Hephzibah,GA
Summary
Driven Teaching Assistant from CSRA EOA Headstart, adept in classroom support and effective communication, enhanced student engagement through innovative small group assistance. Achieved significant improvements in academic success by leveraging skills in behavior management and child development certification. Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and student achievement. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teaching Assistant
CSRA EOA Headstart
03.2004 - 05.2024
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Actively participated in departmental meetings, collaborating with colleagues to identify areas for improvement within the school community.
- Assisted the lead teacher in developing comprehensive lesson plans tailored to individual student needs and abilities.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational best practices and enhance teaching skills.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Harlem High School
Harlem, GA06.1973
Skills
- Positive Attitude
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Classroom support
- Effective Communication
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Behavior Management
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Student Engagement
- Material Preparation
- CPR and First Aid
- Student safety
- Creating Visual Displays
- Student Health and Safety
- Student and parent relations
- Child Development Certification
- Punctual and Dependable
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Parent Communication
- Small Group Support and Assistance
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
Accomplishments
My GaPDS profile training history. Career Level: 6. Early Care Education Experience 6years 7 months.
- Helped train 8 new teaching assistants and teaching aides.
Certification
Technical College Diploma, Working on my CDA certificate.
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
CSRA EOA Headstart
03.2004 - 05.2024
High School Diploma -
Harlem High School
Technical College Diploma, Working on my CDA certificate.
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