Talara Clark
Daycare Teacher Assistant
North Wilkesboro,NC
Summary
Nurturing Preschool Teacher's Aide possessing first-rate communication, organizational and time management abilities. In-depth knowledge of early childhood education and development and age-appropriate instructional practices. Warm and caring individual with 6 years of experience supervising 6 children simultaneously and employing activities to support learning objectives. Creative and energetic Early Childhood Education professional devoted to offering diverse activity plans and experiential learning opportunities to enhance individual development. Friendly, supportive and motivated with strong desire to promote student potential. Offering 6 years of experience with passion for building strong rapport with faculty, students and caregivers.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Preschool Teacher Assistant
Wilkes Developmental Day School
Wilkesboro, NC
03.2022 - Current
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Generations Developmental Day School
West Jefferson, NC
02.2017 - 10.2021
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Organized snack time and nap hours.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
Barista
The Harvest Cafe
Jefferson, Nc
08.2015 - 01.2017
- Completed successful daily cash audits to correctly balance drawers at end of shifts.
- Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.
- Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales.
- Monitored supply levels at counter and maintained customer areas to meet typical demands.
Cashier
Dollar General
Deep Gap, NC
06.2014 - 08.2015
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
Education
Ashe County High School
West Jefferson, NC 08.2009 - 06.2013
Associates Degree - Early Childhood Education
Wilkes Community College
Wilkesboro, NC 08.2013 - 05.2017
Skills
Play-based instruction
undefinedTimeline
Preschool Teacher Assistant
Wilkes Developmental Day School
03.2022 - Current
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Generations Developmental Day School
02.2017 - 10.2021
Barista
The Harvest Cafe
08.2015 - 01.2017
Cashier
Dollar General
06.2014 - 08.2015
Associates Degree - Early Childhood Education
Wilkes Community College
08.2013 - 05.2017
Ashe County High School
08.2009 - 06.2013
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