Tammy Brown
Tobossa Developmental Services
Roswell,NM
8
Years of experience
Experienced Teacher's Assistant and Direct Support Professional with a strong background in student support, behavior monitoring, and person-centered care. Skilled in communication, adaptability, and maintaining safe, organized settings. Brings dependable teamwork, computer skills, and a positive attitude to daily responsibilities.
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
7 Years 1 Month- Prepared instructional materials, organized classroom supplies, and coordinated setup for lessons and activities.
- Communicated concerns and progress updates to teachers to strengthen student support and consistency.
- Supervised students during transitions, lunch, recess, and other non-classroom settings to ensure safety.
- Collaborated with staff to adapt classroom procedures and improve efficiency in student support services.
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- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, resulting in consistent teaching approaches across multiple classrooms.
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- Improved student comprehension by implementing innovative teaching methods and incorporating visual aids in lessons.
- Facilitated effective learning experiences for students by utilizing a variety of instructional techniques to meet their unique needs.
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- Assisted students with special needs in achieving academic success through individualized instruction and personalized support strategies.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
- Handled class records for attendance, assignment grades and course participation scores.
Direct Support Professional
8 Years 5 Months- Supported individuals with developmental disabilities in daily living, communication, and community participation.
- Administered medications and followed individualized support plans with strict safety compliance.
- Assisted with personal care, mobility, and meal preparation while preserving dignity and independence.
- Trained new staff on routine supports, documentation standards, and person-centered practices.
- Responded calmly to challenging behaviors using approved de-escalation and redirection techniques.
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- Reported changes in health, behavior, or needs to supervisors and interdisciplinary care teams.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
- Monitored medication routines and documented care services accurately.
- Supported clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and personal dignity.
Education
Associate of Science
Skills
Positive attitude
Effective communication
Calm and patient demeanor
Computer skills
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Roswell Independent School Dst
09.2019 - CurrentRead More
Direct Support Professional
Tobossa Developmental Services
05.2018 - CurrentRead More
Easter New Mexico University Roswell
Associate of Science
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