Taylor Wetzel
Ponca City,OK
Summary
Dedicated worker with excellent communication, time management and computer skills. Aiming to leverage my abilities to successfully fill the vacancy at your company. Frequently praised as hardworking by my peers, I can be relied upon to help your company achieve its goals. As well as an engaging and patient Teacher Assistant committed to promoting safe learning environment for all. Detail-oriented and compassionate with extensive knowledge in various subjects. I am also hardworking and reliable with strong ability in meeting and engaging with students and their needs. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality. Focused educator that is passionate about promoting inclusion, critical thinking skills and student development. Skillful in managing classroom environments and student behavior with positive and proactive strategies. Excellent communication, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
Ponca City Public Schools
Ponca City, OK
08.2023 - Current
- Created activities that encouraged collaboration, critical thinking, and problem solving skills.
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques in order to maximize instructional time.
- Enforced school policies while creating a safe learning environment for all students.
- Planned engaging activities that kept students motivated while reinforcing academic standards.
- Established positive relationships with students to foster an environment of respect and trust.
- Developed and implemented creative lesson plans to meet the needs of all students in a 2nd grade classroom.
Title 1 TA
Garfield Elementary
Ponca City, Oklahoma
11.2022 - Current
- Assisted teachers with instruction and provided clerical support for diverse needs
- Monitored students in class, hallways and cafeteria to enforce school rules
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
- Tutored and assisted children individually and in small groups to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts
- Established positive relationships with students, fellow teachers and school administrators
- Contributed to positive, educational setting by delivering gentle discipline and promoting student success.
Daycare Teacher
First Lutheran School and Daycare
Ponca City, Oklahoma
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play and learning and developmental activities
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques
- Monitored children's play activities to identify additional learning opportunities or behavioral issues.
Designated Hitter
Walgreens
Ponca City, Oklahoma
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Answered customer questions and referred to pharmacist for medication information
- Verified written prescription and refill requests to confirm complete and accurate information for pharmacists
- Greeted customers promptly and responded to questions
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
Sales Associate
Maurices
Ponca City, Oklahoma
06.2019 - 06.2021
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice
- Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures and customer services
- Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items
- Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application or usage.
Education
Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.) - Elementary Education
Western Governors
08-2023
Associate In Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Pre-Medicine
Northern Oklahoma College
05.2022
Skills
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Classroom Supervision
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Teacher Support
- Reading Group Instruction
- Group Assistance
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Smart Board Technology
- Intervention Implementation
- Student Engagement
- Elementary Education
- Lesson Planning
- Team Collaboration
- Differentiated Instruction
Certification
CPR
Career Objective
Title 1 TA, Garfield Elementary, Ponca City, Oklahoma
Timeline
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
Ponca City Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
Title 1 TA
Garfield Elementary
11.2022 - Current
Daycare Teacher
First Lutheran School and Daycare
01.2022 - 08.2022
Designated Hitter
Walgreens
03.2021 - 08.2021
Sales Associate
Maurices
06.2019 - 06.2021
Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.) - Elementary Education
Western Governors
Associate In Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Pre-Medicine
Northern Oklahoma College
CPR
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