Tiara Thomas
Geneva
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated educator with a positive attitude and strong relationship-building skills, honed at Brighton City School District. Proven ability to foster academic growth through effective communication and collaborative teamwork. Adept at providing constructive feedback and supporting students with special needs, ensuring an inclusive learning environment.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Brighton City School District
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Reviewed student work.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
Substitute Teacher
Geneva City School District
- 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.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Sales Associate
Walmart
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
Teaching Aide
Happiness House
11.2024 - Current
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
Education
Associate Of Arts And Sciences - Psychology
Hilbert College
Hamburg, NYSkills
- Positive attitude
- Computer skills
- Relationship building
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Collaborative teamwork
- Complex Problem-solving
- Effective communication
Timeline
Teaching Aide
Happiness House
11.2024 - Current
Teaching Assistant
Brighton City School District
Substitute Teacher
Geneva City School District
Sales Associate
Walmart
Associate Of Arts And Sciences - Psychology
Hilbert College
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