Tara Baron
Port Orange
Summary
Dynamic Teacher's Assistant skilled in classroom management, effective communication, and supporting diverse learners. Committed to creating engaging lesson plans and fostering a positive learning environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
B.E.S.T. Learning Center
Smithtown, NY
08.2005 - 05.2007
- Assisted in developing and implementing age-appropriate lesson plans for diverse learning styles.
- Supported classroom management by maintaining a positive, engaging environment for preschoolers.
- Collaborated with lead teacher to assess individual student progress and adapt activities accordingly.
- Monitored children's behavior and provided constructive feedback to encourage positive interactions.
- Organized educational materials and resources, ensuring accessibility for daily classroom activities.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching strategies and classroom practices.
Private Nanny
Private Household
Babylon, NY
09.2003 - 05.2005
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring safety and engagement in educational play.
- Developed personalized learning plans tailored to individual children's needs and interests.
- Coordinated schedules for meals, nap times, and recreational activities to ensure consistency.
- Implemented positive discipline strategies to promote behavioral development and conflict resolution skills.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding child progress, milestones, and concerns.
- Created a nurturing environment that encouraged independence, creativity, and emotional growth in children.
- Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
Education
No Degree - Elementary Education And Special Education
St Joseph's College
Patchogue, NY05.2007
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Suffolk County Community College
Selden, NY05.2006
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Effective communication
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Computer skills
- Collaborative teamwork
- Classroom management
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Classroom support
- Complex Problem-solving
- Helping students with special needs
- Behavior redirection
- Grading assignments
- Student supervision
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
B.E.S.T. Learning Center
08.2005 - 05.2007
Private Nanny
Private Household
09.2003 - 05.2005
No Degree - Elementary Education And Special Education
St Joseph's College
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Suffolk County Community College