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Tawanna James

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

Quality-driven and goal-focused with strong research, planning and problem-solving abilities. Gifted in organizing workflow and improving processes. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Kindergarten Teacher's Assistant

Uncommon Schools
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Assisted 24 students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
  • Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
  • Assisted with school field trips and special events by collecting permission slips and payments.
  • Maintained and operated classroom equipment to maximize use and lifespan.
  • Developed and delivered presentations on course topics.
  • Planned and prepared bibliographies, charts, and graphs.
  • Utilized answer sheets and electronic marking devices to grade homework and tests, accurately computing and recording results.

Assessor

American Institute For Research
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Conducted 100 evaluations to measure the performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
  • Maintained current database of completed assessments and participant information.
  • Remained current on local areas by actively researching and garnering an understanding of community values.
  • Wrote detailed reports of clients' well-being and developmental growth and submitted them to supervisors, quality control, or research assistants.

Preschool Teacher

Union Settlement
08.2016 - 02.2019
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage up to 20 children and promote learning.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversations and formal conferences.
  • Maintained and organized, fun, and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.

Assessment Specialist

RTi Research
05.2016 - 08.2016
  • Communicated results of participant assessment period in writing and verbally and assisted in preparation of final assessment report.
  • Analyzed testing data and identified problematic areas.
  • Collected test materials after assessments.
  • Stayed up to date on current assessment trends and laws.
  • Met with 80 students to conduct individual assessments and determine academic and mental health needs.

Education

Master of Arts - Education

Bank Street College of Education
New York, NY
01.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Child Development

York College of The City University of New York
Jamaica, NY
06.2010

Skills

  • Classdojo Software Experience
  • Facilitating Online Learning
  • Organizing and Distributing Materials
  • Experience with Diverse Student Populations
  • Document Coordination
  • Computer and Software Instruction
  • Collaborative and Team-Oriented
  • Multimedia Presentations
  • Technical and Computer Proficiency
  • Curriculum-Based Lessons

Timeline

Kindergarten Teacher's Assistant

Uncommon Schools
08.2022 - 05.2023

Assessor

American Institute For Research
05.2022 - 08.2022

Preschool Teacher

Union Settlement
08.2016 - 02.2019

Assessment Specialist

RTi Research
05.2016 - 08.2016

Master of Arts - Education

Bank Street College of Education

Bachelor of Arts - Child Development

York College of The City University of New York
Tawanna James