Theresa Cameron
New Castle ,DE
Summary
With over 10 years of experience in the education field, I have expertise in various roles and responsibilities. Throughout my career, I consistently foster student growth and success. From curriculum development to classroom instruction, I excel at creating engaging and effective learning environments. My strong communication and interpersonal abilities enable effective collaboration with students, parents, and colleagues. As an experienced educator, my commitment is to empower students to reach their full potential and make a positive impact in education.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher
The Goddard School
09.2012 - 08.2019
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Increased student involvement in program offerings through strategic redesign of program processes and methods.
Paraprofessional Educator
Eastside Charter
08.2021 - Current
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety, and security.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Oversaw students in the classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support the lead teacher.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with the established curriculum.
- Maintained an inclusive learning environment to benefit students most from lessons.
Assistant Teacher
The Goddard School
09.2012 - Current
- Worked with interdisciplinary team members to evaluate children's progress and recommend appropriate learning plans
- Helped the teacher maintain a supportive learning environment that was often used as a model for other classrooms
- Provided stimulated activities, feeding, and frequent changes in the Infant room
- Participated in all training and in-service opportunities to maintain a high standard of educational excellence.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Oversaw students in the classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support the lead teacher.
Pre-K Teacher
Urban Promise Ministries
08.2019 - 08.2021
- I have worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Fostered reasoning and problem-solving through active exploration games and activities.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.1
- Assisted and supervised 10 children throughout the entire school day.
- Assisted and supervised 10 children throughout the entire school day.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on the entire group.
Food Service Worker
Unidine Corporation
02.2008 - 03.2012
- Assist in food preparation and substituted food as appropriate for specific dietary needs
- Operate dishwasher on occasions according to Eco-lab safety procedures
- Experienced in setting up food trays and preparing beverages for meals while gaining a comprehensive understanding of various diets including diabetic and low-cholesterol diets
- Deliver and collect trays from various units within the facility
- Monitor food preferences, menu compliance and dietary restrictions
- Observe patient food intake and report progress and dietary problems to dietician.
Class Room Paraprofessional
Board of Education
08.2001 - 06.2002
- Work with individual students or in little groups to build up motor skills and conduct instructional exercises allocated by the teacher
- Support and implement school rules, administrative regulations, and state and local board rules
- Assist in maintaining a tidy and arranged classroom
- Prepare student charts, work folders, and other secretarial duties as assigned by the educator
- Provide support to the special education teacher as the instructional program is implemented
- Assist students during various meal times.
Education
Associate Of Science - Early Childhood Education
Post University
Waterbury, CT06.2025
Skills
- Educational assistance
- Student Needs Support
- Progress Reporting
Certification
- CDA Training for Child Care Centers part 1& 2
- CDA Training for Child Care Centers part 1 & 2
- CDA Training for Child Care Center part 1 & 2
Additionalinformation - Skillprofile
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, ect.)
- Adequate in filing, faxing and general use of office equipment.
- Ensure tasks are completed correctly and on time.
- Able to get along well with co-workers and upper management.
- Proficient written and verbal skills.
Personal Information
Title: Lead Teacher - The Goddard School
Timeline
Paraprofessional Educator
Eastside Charter
08.2021 - Current
Pre-K Teacher
Urban Promise Ministries
08.2019 - 08.2021
Lead Teacher
The Goddard School
09.2012 - 08.2019
Assistant Teacher
The Goddard School
09.2012 - Current
Food Service Worker
Unidine Corporation
02.2008 - 03.2012
Class Room Paraprofessional
Board of Education
08.2001 - 06.2002
Associate Of Science - Early Childhood Education
Post University
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