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Tate Thomas

Tremont City,OH

Summary

Knowledgeable support professional with experience assisting teachers in classrooms, between classes and during field trips. Devoted to student learning and safety. Always ready to step in and help with any need. A highly-motivated employee with desire to take on challenges while mastering new skills. Communicative and empathetic with commitment to creating inclusive learning spaces.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher

Clark Shawnee Local
Springfield, Ohio
02.2023 - Current

February 2023 - June 2023: Preschool Substitute teacher

August 2023 - Current: Cross Categorical Substitute teacher

  • Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
  • Utilized outlined grading procedures and assessment strategies to document and report on student growth, development and understanding.
  • Differentiated classroom and small group instruction to meet needs of students with various learning styles and abilities.
  • Created classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to student maturity and interests.

Photographer

Self-Employed - Exposure by Tate Thomas
Springfield, Ohio
06.2022 - Current
  • Photographed special events, parties and portraits.
  • Collaborated with clients to plan shoots and boost satisfaction with photos.
  • Planned and obtained original shots using innovative thinking and new techniques.
  • Worked and communicated with a diverse group of individuals among various age groups.

Daycare Teacher

Nova Learning Center
Athens, OH
12.2019 - 04.2022
  • Supervised circle time, free play, outside play and learning and developmental activities.
  • Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
  • Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Sparked creativity and imagination by helping children discover new things each day.

Graphic Designer

Big Fish Local
Springfield, Ohio
06.2021 - 03.2022
  • Designed new, on-brand visual elements focusing on concept and messaging.
  • Developed, designed, laid out and produced variety of technical illustrations for brochures, banners and signs.
  • Consulted with clients to define design requirements and manage product development projects.
  • Formatted print and web application designs for projects with varying specifications.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Visual Communication - Publication And Design

Ohio University
Athens, OH
04.2022

High School Diploma -

Northwestern Junior/Senior High School
Springfield, OH
05.2018

Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Western Governor's University
Salt Lake City, UT

Clark Shawnee Local Schools
Springfield, OH

Skills

  • Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
  • Individualized Care
  • Multi-Subject Instruction
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
  • Classroom Management
  • Special Needs Support

References

Brian Kuhn - Superintendent

  • (937) 717-2401
  • brian.kuhn@cslocal.org

 Amanda Shaffer - PreK-2nd Principal

  • (937) 717-2403
  • amanda.shaffer@cslocal.org

 Christina Elliot - Elementary Campus Principal

  • (937) 717-2403
  • christina.elliot@cslocal.org

Timeline

Substitute Teacher

Clark Shawnee Local
02.2023 - Current

Photographer

Self-Employed - Exposure by Tate Thomas
06.2022 - Current

Graphic Designer

Big Fish Local
06.2021 - 03.2022

Daycare Teacher

Nova Learning Center
12.2019 - 04.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Visual Communication - Publication And Design

Ohio University

High School Diploma -

Northwestern Junior/Senior High School

Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Western Governor's University

Clark Shawnee Local Schools
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