Sherri Thomas
Orangeburg,SC
Summary
Compassionate After-School Counselor with a track record of high productivity and efficient task completion. Experienced in behavior management, program development, and child safety protocols. Skilled in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to create positive environments and foster student growth.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Camp Counselor/After School Counselor
Dorchester School District Two
Summerville, SC
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Maintained a safe environment conducive to learning at all times.
- Encouraged positive social interaction among students.
- Fostered an atmosphere that encourages creativity and respect for diversity.
- Followed school schedules and policies to promote safety and learning.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Contributed to positive, educational setting by delivering gentle discipline and promoting student success.
- Tutored and assisted children individually and in small groups to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
- Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
- Participated in professional development workshops and training sessions.
- Provided one-on-one support to students requiring additional assistance.
Bus Driver/Teacher Assistant
Orangeburg County School Distrist 4
Cope , SC
08.1994 - 05.2004
- Ensured safety of passengers by adhering to all applicable traffic laws and regulations.
- Maintained daily logs of vehicle inspections, trips, hours worked and other pertinent information.
- Inspected vehicles prior to each shift for mechanical defects or malfunctions.
- Verified that all passengers were seated before operating the bus.
- Maintained order among passengers during trip by enforcing rules of conduct.
- Provided instructional support to teachers in accordance with established curriculum guidelines.
- Assisted in the supervision of students during recess, lunch, and other activities.
- Organized classroom materials, including books, supplies, and equipment.
- Supported teachers in preparing materials for lessons and activities.
- Attended staff meetings to discuss student progress and strategies for improvement.
- Administered tests or assessments under the direction of a certified teacher.
Education
DSS Certified, CPR Certified -
Pro Solutions And SC Endeavor
01-2024
CNA Certification - Medical
OC Tech
Orangeburg, SC10-2006
High School Diploma -
Edisto High School
Cordova, SC05-1983
Skills
- Group activity implementation
- Activity Planning
- Child Supervision
- Parental Communication
- Safety Guidelines
- CPR
- Creative Mindset
- Problem-Solving
- Environmental education
- Child development knowledge
- Positive Engagement
Certification
- DSS Certified
- CPR Cerified
Languages
English
Professional
Custom
- Passion for working with children
- Understand how children develop and learn
- Professional
- Strong communication skills
- Positive attitude
- Ability to work in a team
Timeline
Camp Counselor/After School Counselor
Dorchester School District Two
08.2021 - 05.2023
Bus Driver/Teacher Assistant
Orangeburg County School Distrist 4
08.1994 - 05.2004
- DSS Certified
- CPR Cerified
DSS Certified, CPR Certified -
Pro Solutions And SC Endeavor
CNA Certification - Medical
OC Tech
High School Diploma -
Edisto High School
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