TAMIKA T. THOMPSON
Stafford,VA
Summary
Extensive hands-on experience in physical education, adapted physical education, and special education, in addition to personal dedication to supporting students from diverse backgrounds and with different learning styles. Industrious educator with solid history of successfully stepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting students with solid lectures, discussions and activities. Implement intervention strategies and discipline management techniques to enhance student success. Skilled at evaluating student progression and adapting lesson plans to facilitate learning and growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Fairfax County Public Schools
Lorton , VA
01.2014 - 08.2022
- Worked with teacher and administrators to enforce school policies and procedures.
- Assisted in implementation of new learning tools, systems and materials.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supported teacher in preparing individualized learning plans for underperforming students.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
- Planned, prepared and presented group assignments to encourage collaboration.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Fairfax County Public Schools
Lorton, VA
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Helped students grow personal awareness, life skills, and future planning
- Planned, prepared and presented group assignments to encourage collaboration.
- Supported students in Work Awareness and Transition Program
- Assisted in lessons, curriculum and homework planning.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Researched and presented new learning tools and methods for classroom and physical education application.
- Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA2005
Skills
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Student and Faculty Communication
- Behavior Management
- Data Collection
- Creative Instruction Style
- Manage Classroom
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Knowledge in Area of Expertise
- Crisis Intervention
- Classroom Technology Implementation
Additional Information
Passed VCLA and Praxis II for Health and Physical Education
Timeline
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Fairfax County Public Schools
01.2014 - 08.2022
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Fairfax County Public Schools
01.2011 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Norfolk State University
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