Teresa G. Taylor
Mechanicsville,VA
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Bellevue School District, excelling in effective team collaboration and service excellence. Skilled in implementing individualized education plans and enhancing student engagement. Known for strong attention to detail and a friendly demeanor, fostering positive relationships and ensuring a supportive learning environment.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational and communication skills eager to secure entry-level concierge position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Hanover County School District
09.2023 - Current
- Supported teachers in implementing individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Assisted in classroom management, maintaining a positive and structured learning environment.
- Implemented instructional strategies to enhance student engagement and participation during lessons.
- Collaborated with special education teams to adapt materials for various learning styles and abilities.
- Assisted students with special needs in daily activities and academic tasks.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement individualized education plans (IEPs)
- Supported classroom management by maintaining a positive learning environment.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Supported students with various disabilities through one-on-one tutoring sessions, improving their understanding of course materials and concepts.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support strategies for each student, contributing to improved academic performance.
- Facilitated social skills development through targeted group activities, promoting positive peer relationships and increased self-confidence among special education students.
- Encouraged students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
- Established professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.
- Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel for resolution.
- Maintained classroom equipment and work area to promote safe learning environment and meet mandated requirements.
- Instructed student activities to implement goals for remediation of deficiencies and drive student success.
Child Care Attendent
Bellevue, NE Child Care Center Offutt Air Force Base
03.2017 - 05.2018
- Supervised children's activities to ensure safety and engagement.
- Assisted in developing age-appropriate educational programs and materials.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of play areas and learning spaces.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and needs.
- Implemented daily routines to foster a structured environment for children.
- Collaborated with team members to create a supportive atmosphere for children.
- Monitored children's behavior, providing guidance and conflict resolution as needed.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance childcare skills and knowledge of best practices.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, meal times, medical information, and incident reports as required by state regulations.
- Conducted regular safety checks of indoor and outdoor play areas to ensure a secure environment free from potential hazards.
- Participated in ongoing professional development workshops to stay current on best practices in early childhood education and care.
- Provided one-on-one support for children with special needs or those requiring additional attention during specific tasks.
- Implemented effective behavior management strategies to maintain a safe and nurturing environment for children.
- Encouraged creativity in children through various arts and crafts projects that allowed them to express themselves while developing fine motor skills.
- Built trusting relationships with families by demonstrating empathy, professionalism, and genuine care for the well-being of their children.
- Collaborated with fellow childcare attendants to establish consistent routines and daily schedules for smooth transitions between activities.
- Supported early literacy skills through storytime sessions, reading aloud to children, and encouraging their participation in various language-rich activities.
- Promoted healthy growth and development through physical, cognitive, social, and emotional support for each child.
- Facilitated sensory exploration opportunities using diverse materials such as sand, water, playdough, paint, and more for tactile stimulation.
- Logged information regarding naps, feedings, and any medications administered.
- Documented children's growth and development.
ELL Paraprofessional
Bellevue Elementary School
09.2013 - 05.2018
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- 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.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Supported ELL students with language development through tailored instructional strategies.
- Assisted in assessing student progress and identifying areas for improvement.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions focused on vocabulary and comprehension skills.
- Developed engaging activities that promote language acquisition and cultural awareness.
- Enhanced student language acquisition by implementing diverse teaching methods and strategies tailored to individual needs.
- Implemented a variety of assessment tools to monitor student performance, identifying areas needing additional support or intervention.
- Provided individualized and small-group instruction to reinforce skills taught by teacher.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles among ELL students, increasing overall comprehension and fluency rates.
- Provided guidance and support to ELL students during classroom activities, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Utilized technology effectively within lessons to engage learners and reinforce key concepts relevant to language acquisition.
- Supported child in using age-appropriate self-management skills.
- Coordinated with school administration to secure resources necessary for meeting the academic needs of ELL students.
- Created a safe space for open dialogue about culture, identity, and experiences among ELL students, fostering greater understanding among classmates.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance, ensuring timely interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in the evaluation of student progress through regular assessments, ensuring continuous improvement and growth.
- Facilitated communication between ELL students and their peers by promoting inclusive classroom environments where all voices were valued.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling ELL students, boosting confidence and overall success rates.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop customized lesson plans for ELL students, improving overall comprehension and fluency.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
- Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
- Conducted weekly review sessions to help students prepare for exams.
- Planned and prepared bibliographies, charts and graphs.
Owner/Manager Licenced Daycare
Bee DayCare
01.2002 - 02.2011
- Developed and implemented efficient workflow processes to enhance operational productivity.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring timely replenishment and minimizing stockouts.
- Oversaw customer service initiatives, resulting in improved client satisfaction ratings.
- Trained new staff on best practices and company policies to ensure compliance and efficiency.
- Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for business growth and product expansion.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Established a positive workplace culture that fostered 16 employee's engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
Education
Master of Arts - Criminal Justice
Southeast Missouri State University
Cape Girardeau, MO08-2000
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts/History
Parkville University
Parkville, MO05-1992
Skills
- Friendly demeanor
- Effective team collaboration
- Service excellence
- Effective problem resolution
- Engaging conversational skills
- Voice modulation expertise
- Acting and voiceover
- Strong attention to detail
- Versatile in dynamic environments
- Diligent and trustworthy
- Clear interpersonal communication
- Proficient in handling multiple priorities
- Optimistic outlook
Accomplishments
- Achieved effectively representing Salam Baptist Church, in the planning, Executing in the areas training, writing, voice and diction. Prepared for local and state oratorical speech competition held at the Southern Baptist Convention.
-Achieved Lead Role(Bernice) in community theater in the production "Piano Lesson", by August Wilson.
-Achieved Master of Ceremony at the Urban American Outdoors Convention
-Achieved a live commercial for Diabetes.
Achieved 2 extra's position in the movies" Bad Meat", by Lulu Jarmen (Rob Schmidt) and" Disconnect" by Robin Christianson.
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Hanover County School District
09.2023 - Current
Child Care Attendent
Bellevue, NE Child Care Center Offutt Air Force Base
03.2017 - 05.2018
ELL Paraprofessional
Bellevue Elementary School
09.2013 - 05.2018
Owner/Manager Licenced Daycare
Bee DayCare
01.2002 - 02.2011
Master of Arts - Criminal Justice
Southeast Missouri State University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts/History
Parkville University