Organized Teaching Assistant focused on helping lead teacher with support and student instruction. Passionate about positively impacting students' lives and helping improve academic performance. Personable and kind with people of diverse backgrounds.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher's Aide Volunteer
St. Charles Borromeo Catholic School
San Diego, CA
08.2022 - Current
Provided assistance in setting up and taking down equipment for recreational events
Developed educational materials to help inform the public about recreational opportunities.
Informed visitors of rules, regulations, and safety procedures related to recreation activities.
Helped develop ideas for new recreation initiatives while monitoring routine reports
Verified all cash handling actions were accurate, signed off on documents, and recorded discrepancies
Monitored participants during recreational activities to ensure safety regulations were followed.
Instructed and monitored students in use and care of equipment and materials.
Helped students master assignments and reinforced learning concepts presented by teachers.
Distributed textbooks, workbooks, papers, and pencils to students.
Contributed to positive, educational setting by delivering gentle discipline and promoting student success.
Provided one-on-one support to students requiring additional assistance.
Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
Assisted teachers with lesson preparation and curriculum implementation.
Created and maintained a safe and engaging learning environment for all students.
Distributed and collected tests and homework to prepare for grading by head teacher.
Prepared and set up equipment and materials for laboratory sessions.
Assisted in organizing and supervising school events and field trips.
Assessed student learning styles and understanding of material to redirect and optimize teaching strategies.
Volunteer
St Gregory Catholic School
Poway, CA
08.2019 - 12.2019
Assisted childcare staff with preparing activities and materials for daily tasks.
Organized play areas to ensure a safe, clean environment for children.
Provided support to teachers during classroom activities.
Participated in outdoor activities with the children, such as sports and games.
Monitored playground areas to ensure that all rules were being followed and that no child was left unattended.
Assisted in teaching basic life skills such as toileting habits, eating manners.
Assisted in maintaining orderliness around classrooms and other common areas within the facility.
Protected children from harm by monitoring environments and eliminating safety hazards.
Observed and monitored children's play activities.
Maintained organized and clean classroom and play areas.
Taught children how to complete basic crafts such as paintings, drawings and decorations.
Assisted with fundraising efforts, including event planning and donor outreach.
Organized and maintained records of volunteer hours and donations.
Helped with prep, set up, and breakdown of community and public events.
Sorted mail and answered phone calls to assist with administrative needs.
Caregiver
Right At Home Senior Care
San Diego, CA
09.2017 - 06.2018
Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
Educated families about available resources for home health care services in the local community.
Voluntary Caregiver
DOD SCHOOL
Rota Spain , Spain
08.2015 - 06.2016
Assisted childcare staff with preparing activities and materials for daily tasks.
Ensured the safety of all children in the facility at all times.
Provided support to teachers during classroom activities.
Participated in outdoor activities with the children, such as sports and games.
Helped maintain an orderly classroom environment by setting up tables and chairs before each activity.
Assisted with meal times by serving food, cleaning up after meals, and helping with snack time preparation.
Developed creative ways to engage young minds through arts and crafts projects.
Assisted in maintaining orderliness around classrooms and other common areas within the facility.
Helped children make positive behavior choices by moderating interactions and modeling appropriate behaviors.
Read stories to children to promote literacy skills.
Cared for children between ages of 4and 5] to allow parents and guardians to obtain and maintain gainful employment.
Observed and monitored children's play activities.
Taught children how to complete basic crafts such as paintings, drawings and decorations.
Encouraged positive behaviors, including patience with teachers and fellow kids.
Childcare Worker
Queachan Tribe Parenting Program
Winterhaven, CA
03.2001 - 10.2002
Developed and implemented activities to meet the physical, emotional, and social needs of children.
Supervised and monitored the safety of children in my care.
Assisted with feeding infants and toddlers during meal times.
Read stories to children and taught them basic skills such as counting, ABCs, and colors.
Maintained a safe environment for children by following health standards.
Organized age-appropriate activities such as games, crafts, music, and outdoor play.
Provided individual attention to each child while encouraging self-confidence through positive reinforcement.
Engaged in active listening when communicating with children to ensure understanding of instructions or expectations.
Followed strict confidentiality policies when discussing sensitive information about families.
Documented observations of each child's behavior throughout the day.
Reported any concerning behaviors or issues to supervisors immediately.
Demonstrated patience and understanding when working with young children.
Administered first aid when necessary or requested by parents and guardians.
Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
Recorded child behavior, food and medication information for supervisors.
Sanitized toys and tables to maintain clean, safe environment.
Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
Communicated daily with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
Instructed children on good sanitary habits when washing hands, using bathroom or eating.
Instilled discipline and maintained order with children by using simple and commanding directives.
Communicated with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
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