Teara Smith
Oxon Hill,md
Summary
Professional paraprofessional with solid foundation in educational support and classroom management. Experience in aiding teachers with instructional tasks and maintaining positive learning atmosphere. Reliable team player focused on adapting to changing needs and achieving results through effective communication and collaboration.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
St Colletta of Greater Washington
Washington, DC
10.2024 - Current
- Supported classroom instruction by assisting teachers in implementing educational activities and lesson plans.
- Facilitated individualized student support, adapting strategies to meet diverse learning needs effectively.
- Collaborated with educators to develop and maintain an inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student progress and behavior, providing timely feedback to enhance academic performance and engagement.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Badging Officer
DOJ
Washington Dc
02.2020 - 05.2024
- Processed and issued employee identification badges following DOJ security protocols.
- Conducted background checks to verify applicant eligibility for access to sensitive areas.
- Managed badge inventory, ensuring accurate records and timely reissuance as needed.
- Coordinated with IT department to maintain secure systems for badge printing and tracking.
- Adapted quickly to updates in technology, learning new software programs as required for efficient badge creation and management tasks.
Co Provider
Prosperous Futures
Temple Hills
04.2016 - 02.2020
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Adapted quickly to dynamic work settings.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Collaborated with parents to assess children's progress, providing insights and support for developmental milestones.
- Facilitated daily activities and structured playtime to enhance children's social skills and emotional development.
- Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
Education
High School Diploma -
Croom Vocational High School
06.2015
Skills
- Behavior management
- Effective communication
- Helping students with special needs
- Small group and individual assistance
- Data collection
- Classroom organization
- CPR and first aid
- Computer skills
- Educational assistance
- Arts and crafts
- Life skills training
Timeline
Paraprofessional
St Colletta of Greater Washington
10.2024 - Current
Badging Officer
DOJ
02.2020 - 05.2024
Co Provider
Prosperous Futures
04.2016 - 02.2020
High School Diploma -
Croom Vocational High School