Tara Lahrmer
Oak Hill,OH
Summary
Seasoned Classroom Aide with hands-on experience in fostering academic growth and encouraging positive student behavior. Possess comprehensive understanding of classroom protocols, learning strategies, and effective communication techniques with students, teachers, and parents. Demonstrated strengths include conflict resolution skills, adaptability to changing environments, and ability to assist with curriculum implementation. Previous work has positively impacted student engagement and overall classroom efficiency.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Classroom Aide Assistant
South Central Ohio ESC
New Boston, OH
06.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with staff to implement individualized education plans for students.
- Supported teachers in classroom management and student engagement activities.
- Assisted in preparing educational materials and resources for lessons.
- Monitored student behavior and provided guidance during activities and transitions.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress and needs.
- Organized supplies and maintained a clean, safe learning environment.
- Participated in staff meetings to discuss student needs and classroom strategies.
- Adapted learning activities to meet diverse student abilities and learning styles.
- Supported students with individual needs through one-on-one attention.
- Liaised with team of professionals to implement comprehensive educational action plans for special needs and at-risk students.
- Met with parents about student needs to garner additional support.
- Kept students safe in classroom and outside environments.
- Observed students during class and reported any issues or concerns to the teacher.
- Provided support to individual students as needed, including assistance with assigned tasks.
Teaching Assistant
JCBDD Hope Haven School
Jackson, OH
08.2009 - 06.2022
- Assisted teachers in preparing classroom materials and resources for lessons.
- Supported students with special needs during classroom activities and transitions.
- Organized and maintained classroom supplies and learning tools efficiently.
- Facilitated small group instruction to enhance student understanding of concepts.
- Monitored student behavior to ensure a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with educators to develop individualized education plans for students.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress and classroom events.
- Participated in training sessions to improve instructional techniques and strategies.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
- Helped teachers with material generation, lesson plan development, class preparation, scheduling, exam distribution and student mentoring.
- Graded assignments and tests and documented results into filing systems.
- Provided one-on-one support for special needs students.
- Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
- Maintained a safe environment for all students while adhering to school policies and procedures.
- Enforced rules for behavior and established expectations for student conduct in accordance with school guidelines.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Prepared lesson materials and visual aids to reinforce lesson concepts.
- Handled clerical duties, managed classrooms, and coordinated documents for teachers.
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gallia Academy High School
Gallipolis, OH05-1996
Marketing -
Buckeye Hills Career Center
Rio Grande, OH05-1996
Skills
- Individualized education plans
- Classroom management
- Educational material preparation
- Student behavior monitoring
- Parent communication
- Lesson facilitation
- Small group instruction
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Effective collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Educational support
- IEP compliance
- Instructional support
- Individual instruction
- Patience and empathy
- Child development
- Classroom organization
- Special education assistance
- Student supervision
- Teacher support
- Activity planning
- Lesson preparation
- Positive reinforcement
- Documentation
- First aid training
- Behavior improvements
- Teacher assistance
- Reporting requirements
- Educational assistance
- Social development and integration
- Parent-teacher communication
- Emotional support
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Behavior management
- Incident & accident reporting
- Lesson planning assistance
- Social skill development
- Behavioral management
- Excellent communication
- CPR certified
- Hands-on learning
- Classroom preparation
- Decision-making
- Individual Learning Plans
- Reliability
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Time management abilities
- Effective communication
- Class materials preparation
- Trip planning
- Special needs support
- Student engagement
Timeline
Classroom Aide Assistant
South Central Ohio ESC
06.2022 - Current
Teaching Assistant
JCBDD Hope Haven School
08.2009 - 06.2022
High School Diploma -
Gallia Academy High School
Marketing -
Buckeye Hills Career Center