Tara Smith
Owensboro,KY
Summary
Organized Teaching Assistant focused on helping lead teacher with support and student instruction. Passionate about positively impacting students' lives and helping improve academic performance. Personable and kind with people of diverse backgrounds. Enjoy connecting with students at multiple grade levels.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Teacher's Assistant
Newton Parrish Elementary School
Owensboro, KY
07.2020 - Current
- Supported classroom teachers by supervising students.
- Administered standardized tests under the supervision of certified personnel.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers regarding student achievement.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by the teacher or behavioral specialist.
- Assisted teachers in providing accommodations for students who need additional support.
- Provided individual and small group instruction to students with disabilities in the areas of reading, math, and writing.
- Distributed classroom materials, pencils, paper and art materials.
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
- Monitored students in class, hallways, and cafeteria to enforce school rules.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers.
- Facilitated small group instruction for targeted skill development.
Nursery and Preschool Coordinator
Good Shepherd Church, Elca
Owensboro, KY
06.2018 - 06.2020
- Monitored classrooms regularly to ensure quality instruction was being provided.
- Promoted a safe learning environment by enforcing rules consistently.
- Trained staff on best practices when working with children from diverse backgrounds.
- Created an environment that fosters learning through play-based activities.
- Facilitated communication between faculty members, administrators, parents, and students.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff members to review progress on goals.
- Implemented creative curriculum activities to ensure developmentally appropriate learning experiences for students.
Education
INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES BA - Psychology
Western Kentucky University
Owensboro, KY05-2025
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Western Kentucky University
Owensboro, KY05-2010
Skills
- Special Education Support
- Mathematics Instruction
- Verbal Communication
- Instructional Strategies
- Student Tutoring
- Classroom support
- Behavior Management
- Student Supervision
- Positive Attitude
- Individual Student Assistance
- One-on-one and small group instruction
- Collaborative Teamwork
Affiliations
I play the piano on the worship team, and teach preschool-5th grade at my church. I volunteer at city wide events that help children and families in Owensboro.
I love college and take my courses seriously. I am on the honors list at Western Kentucky University.
Timeline
Instructional Teacher's Assistant
Newton Parrish Elementary School
07.2020 - Current
Nursery and Preschool Coordinator
Good Shepherd Church, Elca
06.2018 - 06.2020
INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES BA - Psychology
Western Kentucky University
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Western Kentucky University
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