Hi, I’m
Thomasina Thomas
Educator
Tuscaloosa,AL
Summary
Enthusiastic educator with communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive environment that is conductive to learning
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
16
years of professional experience
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Tuscaloosa County School System, Tuscaloosa, AL
Educator/Tutor Mentor
2018.01 - Current (6 years & 8 months)
Job overview
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to students, parents and school administrators.
- Assigned, explained and graded homework.
- Incorporated technology into learning to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to accommodate varied student learning styles.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative approaches to teaching.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Tuscaloosa City Schools, Tuscaloosa, AL
Educator/Tutor, Special Needs Students
2015.10 - 2018.12 (3 years & 2 months)
Job overview
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
Christian Community Learning Center
Pre-K Teacher
2013.09 - 2015.10 (2 years & 1 month)
Job overview
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
Career First , Huntsville, AL , AL
Instructor/Healthcare Provider
2007.08 - 2010.12 (3 years & 4 months)
Job overview
- Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration and best practices.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Facilitated learning with creation of engaging written and oral assignments.
- Optimized day-to-day instruction to align educational strategies with industry best practices.
- Oversaw curriculum development and implementation in alignment with best practices.
- Assisted students in retaining lecture information with creation of guides and course materials.
- Collaborated with administration to secure departmental budget increase.
Education
Liberty University , Lynchburg, VA
Master of Arts from Special Education
01.2022
University Overview
- 3.50 GPA
Point University , Atlanta, GA
Bachelor of Arts from Early Childhood Education
05.2021
University Overview
- Dean's List Fall 20-21
- 3.00 GPA
Ashworth College , Norcross, GA
Certificate from Child Development Associate
2015.06 - 2016.07 (1 year & 1 month)
Skills
- Discipline
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Video Conferencing
- Student Records Management
- Small Group Leadership
- Classroom Management
- Safety Awareness
- Personalized Support
- Fine Motor Skills
- Consistent Supervision
- Clerical Support
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Integration
- Class Engagement
- Field Trip Monitoring
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Student Progress Reporting
- Student Tutoring
- Parent Relations
- Behavior Redirection
- IEP Understanding
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Behavior Modeling
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Educator/Tutor Mentor
Tuscaloosa County School System
2018.01 - Current (6 years & 8 months)
Educator/Tutor, Special Needs Students
Tuscaloosa City Schools
2015.10 - 2018.12 (3 years & 2 months)
Ashworth College
Certificate from Child Development Associate
2015.06 - 2016.07 (1 year & 1 month)
Pre-K Teacher
Christian Community Learning Center
2013.09 - 2015.10 (2 years & 1 month)
Instructor/Healthcare Provider
Career First
2007.08 - 2010.12 (3 years & 4 months)
Liberty University
Master of Arts from Special Education
Point University
Bachelor of Arts from Early Childhood Education
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