Tara Thomas
Fort Mill,SC
Summary
Dynamic educator with experience at Fort Mill School District, skilled in instructional design and classroom management. Successfully engaged students through creative activities and tailored support for special education needs. Proven ability to foster academic growth and emotional resilience, utilizing speech therapy techniques to enhance child development.
Energetic private Au Pair/Nanny professional experienced watching children and leading fun activities in home settings. Successful in keeping environment organized and instructing children in safe behaviors. Well-versed in caring for children with special needs, specifically speech disorders.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Fort Mill School District
Fort Mill, SC
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted struggling students with classroom assignments with one-on-one tutoring.
- Utilized various teaching techniques to motivate students and foster their academic growth.
- Modified instructional materials as needed for special education students.
- Provided guidance to struggling learners by offering alternative methods of instruction.
- Developed creative activities to engage students in learning opportunities.
Clinical Transporter
Indian River Memorial Hospital
Vero Beach, FL
- Maintained accurate records of all transports, including patient information and destination.
- Assessed patient needs upon arrival at destination location and reported any changes in condition or status immediately.
- Complied with HIPAA regulations at all times by protecting confidential patient information.
- Transferred patients using gurneys, stretchers, backboard and other equipment.
- Delivered clear communication to dispatch and medical facilities and provided detailed information regarding patient conditions.
Au Pair/Private Nanny
The Clark Family
Villa Rica, Birmingham, Hudson, GA, AL, OH
- Worked with a child who was diagnosed with a speech disorder.
- Responsible for sitting in and observing all speech therapy appointments to learn about how my unique relationship with the child could immensely help him at home.
- Responsible for using toys for speech therapy with the child daily in order to support language and speech development in a fun and engaging way to benefit engagement, a multi-sensory approach, and active participation.
- Provided emotional support to children during difficult situations or transitions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Economics
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA08-2012
Skills
- Speech therapy techniques
- Classroom management
- Instructional design
- Patient transport
- Special education modifications
- Child development knowledge
Volunteer Work
- Emergency Department Volunteer receiving elderly patients with Stroke
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Fort Mill School District
08.2024 - Current
Clinical Transporter
Indian River Memorial Hospital
Au Pair/Private Nanny
The Clark Family
Bachelor of Science - Economics
University of West Georgia
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