Tawana Williams
Jones,AR
Summary
Caring Teacher with strong communication skills and drive to excite students about learning. Specializing in creating stimulating environments that help students achieve full potential and enjoy learning. Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with scholars, families and colleagues. Focused Lead Teacher skilled in developing age-based curricula, assessing child development and maintaining accurate student records. Compassionate and kind professional motivated to enhance learning experiences and create stimulating, fun environment. Committed to helping students develop passion for learning. CPR and First Aide Certified have atteneded plenty of educational trainings Passed and scored high when being assess in classroom.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher
Kidspot Learning Center
Jonesboro, Arkansas
10.2020 - Current
- Organized activities to promote physical, mental and social development of each child.
- Worked with students one-on-one to boost skills in weak areas and grasp new concepts.
- Maintained secure and disciplined classroom to provide positive learning environment.
- Facilitated meetings with parents and guardians in order to discuss student progress or behavior issues.
- Conducted individualized academic interventions for struggling students as needed.
- Mentored other educators by delivering insight, positive feedback and constructive criticism.
- Collaborated with other school staff to ensure that all students have access to a safe and supportive learning environment.
- Attended district meetings related to curriculum changes or initiatives.
- Ensured compliance with state standards by incorporating them into lesson plans.
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
- Evaluated and improved classroom environment to promote ultimate learning experiences.
- Worked with teachers to design interactive lessons and increase student success.
- Maintained an open line of communication with administrators regarding curriculum implementation and program initiatives.
- Participated in weekly faculty meetings by providing updates on departmental goals or objectives.
- Completed teacher observations to identify areas for improvement and suggest changes to teaching methods.
- Involved parents in student learning to increase family interaction and student support.
- Researched books and supplemental materials to use with lesson plans.
- Planned and organized variety of activities and field trips to aid mental and physical growth in children.
- Arranged classrooms to facilitate optimal education for student groups.
- Coached new teachers on school guidelines to decrease training time and increase teacher success.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Prepared weekly newsletters for parents outlining upcoming assignments or events at school.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
Lead Teacher
Pediatric Plus
Conway, Arkansas
09.2019 - 05.2020
- Organized activities to promote physical, mental and social development of each child.
- Worked with students one-on-one to boost skills in weak areas and grasp new concepts.
- Maintained secure and disciplined classroom to provide positive learning environment.
- Engaged in collaborative planning sessions with colleagues in order to design effective curricula for various grade levels.
- Evaluated and improved classroom environment to promote ultimate learning experiences.
- Worked with teachers to design interactive lessons and increase student success.
Lead Teacher
Childcare Network
Conway, Arkansas
04.2013 - 09.2018
- Organized activities to promote physical, mental and social development of each child.
- Worked with students one-on-one to boost skills in weak areas and grasp new concepts.
- Maintained secure and disciplined classroom to provide positive learning environment.
Medical Assistant
Pemiscot Memorial Hospital
Hayti, MO
09.2012 - 10.2013
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Administered rapid tests for COVID and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
- Collaborated with local pharmacies to resolve and clarify issues with patient medication.
- Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
- Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Conducted insurance verification and pre-certification and pre-authorization functions.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Labeled and completed lab requisitions using ICD and CPT coding.
- Followed principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Maintained inventory, vaccination and product expiration logs to record updated documentation for tracking purposes.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Oversaw patient registration, insurance verification, form completion and appointment scheduling to maintain operational efficiency.
- Verified appointment times with patients, preparing charts, pre-admission and consent forms.
- Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Assisted back office patient processes to reduce office wait times.
- Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
- Handled general office duties to support administrative staff during peak hours.
- Administered medications under physician's supervision.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
Lead Teacher
Academy of Cool Springs
Franklin, TN
03.2005 - 08.2013
- Organized activities to promote physical, mental and social development of each child.
- Worked with students one-on-one to boost skills in weak areas and grasp new concepts.
- Maintained secure and disciplined classroom to provide positive learning environment.
- Facilitated meetings with parents and guardians in order to discuss student progress or behavior issues.
- Collaborated with other school staff to ensure that all students have access to a safe and supportive learning environment.
Teacher's Assistant
Headstart Daycare
Blytheville, AR
06.2005 - 2011
- Assisted teachers with instruction and provided clerical support for diverse needs.
- Helped teacher plan lessons utilizing various teaching strategies including hands-on activities and technology integration.
- Observed student performance in order to assess progress towards academic goals.
- Assisted teachers with creating and maintaining a safe, orderly learning environment.
- Encouraged positive social behaviors among students through role modeling and conflict resolution techniques.
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
- Greeted parents at school events to provide information about curriculum and activities.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
National College of Business And Technology
Nashville, TN05.2005
GED -
Cotton Boll Technical
Luxora, AR03.2000
Skills
- Standards Development
- Team Building
- Activity Planning
- Subject Matter Expertise
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Modeling
- Childcare Requirements
- Safe Learning Environment
- Safety Awareness
- Lesson Planning
- Key Decision Making
- Mother of 3 children
- Head Start programs
- Special education
- Classroom management
- Early Childhood Education
- Adept at working with special needs children
- Basic clerical knowledge
- Professional caregiver
- Child development
Certification
- Child Development Associate
- 20+ years experience in early childhood education
- Medical Assistant, [Associates Degree)
Work Availability
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Timeline
Lead Teacher
Kidspot Learning Center
10.2020 - Current
Lead Teacher
Pediatric Plus
09.2019 - 05.2020
Lead Teacher
Childcare Network
04.2013 - 09.2018
Medical Assistant
Pemiscot Memorial Hospital
09.2012 - 10.2013
Teacher's Assistant
Headstart Daycare
06.2005 - 2011
Lead Teacher
Academy of Cool Springs
03.2005 - 08.2013
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
National College of Business And Technology
GED -
Cotton Boll Technical
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