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TANJA VAN WIE

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Summary

Experienced Teacher Assistant with a proven track record of working in Montessori preschool and elementary grade classrooms. A lifelong learner, with a strong ability to adapt and learn new skills. Excellent communication and organizational abilities. A strong believer in engaging students with care and respect, I enjoy bringing a positive friendly energy to the learning environment. Passionate about inspiring creativity and fostering a love for learning.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Stay-At-Home

Mother
07.2020 - Current

Since COVID in 2020, remained home while pregnant with my second daughter. Took this time off to be a full-time mother to my two daughters after my youngest child was born in Dec 2020.

Teacher Assistant

Waldorf School of Palm Beach
08.2019 - 06.2020
  • Gained insight into the Waldorf pedagogy, emphasizing oral language skills, art, movement, music and socialization
  • Assisted the lead teacher with all lessons, projects and daily activities
  • Assigned as lead for the aftercare program, started a veggie garden and encouraged active student participation

Ref: Charissa Routhier (Lead Teacher) ms.charissawspb@gmail.com | 561 331 4772

Substitute Teacher

Broward County Public Schools
10.2018 - 05.2019
  • Substituted in elementary, middle and high schools to gain experience teaching students of diverse ages
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue lessons
  • Upheld class schedules to support the learning environment and maintain consistent routines

Part-Time Teacher Assistant

Emerging Minds Montessori Academy
08.2018 - 05.2019
  • Gained insight into a Montessori classroom environment, with an emphasis on hands-on learning and independence
  • Supported the lead teacher in daily activities of a mixed-age preschool class and supervised children during all activities
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to incorporate new ideas and activities in daily and weekly class schedule

Ref: Jeanne Weigel (Head of School) | (561) 487-3535

Preschool Art Teacher

Clever Oaks Montessori School
06.2018 - 05.2019
  • Inspired to learn more about the Montessori approach, I volunteered gardening and art lessons at the school where my daughter attended preschool
  • Offered a part-time role as Art Teacher where I developed engaging, age appropriate art lessons for students aged 2 - 6
  • Focused on process art techniques, encouraging open-ended exploration and creativity

Ref: Jackie Adorna (Head of School) | jackieadorna8250@gmail.com

Copywriter

Tambourine Marketing
01.2017 - 10.2017
  • Wrote, edited and proofread web content highlighting 'the unique story' of hotels and travel destinations
  • Created advertising copy for online content and eblasts
  • Supported SEO initiatives through strategic keyword inclusion in web content, driving traffic growth


Freelance Writer

Refract Group
01.2015 - 11.2015
  • Freelanced for an outsourced marketing agency
  • Worked with clients to research and create press releases across a range of industries
  • Co-developed the editorial division and established media contacts with targeted news sites


Managing Editor

Profit Partnership
04.2007 - 01.2015
  • Researched, wrote and edited content that captured the brand voice and tone of each client
  • Produced articles, collaborated with writers, designers and photographers to deliver bespoke publications

Education

DCF Childcare Training -

Nova Southeastern University
07.2018

BA Honors - Political Studies

University of Johannesburg

BA - Journalism

University of Johannesburg

Skills

  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills

Certification

  • DCF Childcare Training Certification, DCF - 2018

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Afrikaans
Limited Working

Interests

Arts & Crafts, Outdoors & Nature, Gardening, Homesteading, Wildlife Conservation, Hiking, Biking, Yoga, Cooking, Health and Wellness

Timeline

Stay-At-Home

Mother
07.2020 - Current

Teacher Assistant

Waldorf School of Palm Beach
08.2019 - 06.2020

Substitute Teacher

Broward County Public Schools
10.2018 - 05.2019

Part-Time Teacher Assistant

Emerging Minds Montessori Academy
08.2018 - 05.2019

Preschool Art Teacher

Clever Oaks Montessori School
06.2018 - 05.2019

Copywriter

Tambourine Marketing
01.2017 - 10.2017

Freelance Writer

Refract Group
01.2015 - 11.2015

Managing Editor

Profit Partnership
04.2007 - 01.2015

DCF Childcare Training -

Nova Southeastern University

BA Honors - Political Studies

University of Johannesburg

BA - Journalism

University of Johannesburg
TANJA VAN WIE