Triche Mathis
Chicago,IL
Summary
Experienced paraprofessional bringing in-depth knowledge of classroom environments and student behavior management. Skills include individualized instruction, special education support, and collaboration with teachers to plan and implement lessons. Positively impacted students' learning experience through personalized attention and consistent engagement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SECA/Paraprofessional
Carrie Jacobs Bond Elementary School
01.2022 - Current
- Assist with the preparation and organization of classroom materials.
- Assist all students in non-instructional areas, such as lunch, recess, and different special classes.
- Help special needs students, and care for their physical, emotional health, and safety.
- Support students with IEPs with one-on-one support during their academic blocks.
- Instructed students on usage and care of equipment to prevent injuries.
- Developed creative learning activities that engage all types of learners.
- Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
- Supplied one-on-one attention to each student during group activities.
- Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
Lead Teacher
Tiny Giants Early Learning
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Reviewed materials with students one-on-one or in small groups.
- Maintained open communication with students, parents, and staff.
- Created innovative lesson plans and enhanced the classroom environment for students.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Completed teacher observations to identify areas for improvement and suggest changes to teaching methods.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
Substitute Teacher
Childcare Careers
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Skills acquired through early childhood courses allowed me to float to various locations to manage student learning in accordance with the goals and directives of the schools.
- Supervised students during recess, break times and dismissal periods to prevent injuries and fights.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
Education
Bachelor - Early Childhood Education
National Louis University
Chicago, IL06.2022
Associates - Applied Science, Early Childhood Development
Kennedy-King College
Chicago, IL05.2019
Culinary -
Chicago Vocational Career Academy
Chicago, IL06.2011
Skills
- Classroom support
- Arts and crafts
- Documentation
- Student supervision
- Enrichment activities
- Reading and writing support
- First aid and CPR certified
- Elementary education
- Progress monitoring
- Friendly and outgoing
- Certified in early childhood education
- Small group and individual assistance
- Creating visual displays
- Parent communication
- Special education
- Teaching assistance
- Data collection
- Relationship building
- Learning strategies
- Test proctoring
- Group and individual instruction
- Safety
- Teacher support and collaboration
- Special education support
Relevantcoursework
- EARLY CHILDHOOD 101, Guidelines and standards in the industry, Development of children and learning, Family and culture influences on development
- PSYCHOLOGY 101, Developing an understanding about the role that psychology plays in everyday life and the ability to apply the principle of psych to self and others. Impart knowledge about psychology theories, concepts, and basic principles.
Certification
- Professional Educators License: Dec 20, 2024.
Timeline
SECA/Paraprofessional
Carrie Jacobs Bond Elementary School
01.2022 - Current
Lead Teacher
Tiny Giants Early Learning
01.2019 - 01.2020
Substitute Teacher
Childcare Careers
01.2017 - 12.2017
Bachelor - Early Childhood Education
National Louis University
Associates - Applied Science, Early Childhood Development
Kennedy-King College
Culinary -
Chicago Vocational Career Academy