Trishara Tillman
Hobart,IN
Summary
Dynamic elementary school teacher with a proven ability to create engaging lesson plans and foster positive relationships. Committed to enhancing student engagement and collaboration in diverse learning environments. Adaptable educator with experience in classroom management and lesson planning. Skilled in effective communication and collaboration with staff and parents to support student progress and engagement. Ready to make a meaningful impact in the educational field. Motivated Elementary School Teacher with experience guiding students with proven teaching methods and positive interactions. Enthusiastic about helping students understand subject materials and educating on social and general learning skills. Kind and caring attitude when communicating with children. Driven professional motivated to be effective teacher and positive influence. Skilled in uncovering and adopting successful teaching methods and technologies. Adept at modifying plans to different student learning styles.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ADL Mentoring/Elementary School Teacher
Perspective Leadership Academy
Chicago, IL
08.2025 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance critical thinking skills.
- Collaborated with staff to create interdisciplinary projects and activities.
- Organized parent-teacher conferences to strengthen home-school communication.
- Created classroom environment that was conducive to learning, including establishing rules and procedures.
- Handled challenging classroom behaviors with positive and affirming techniques.
- Attended faculty meetings and other school functions.
- Engaged parents in meaningful dialogue about their child's academic performance.
middle school Paraprofessional
Perspective Leadership Academy
Chicago, Illinois
12.2022 - Current
- Assisted teachers in classroom management and instructional activities.
- Supported students with individualized learning plans and accommodations.
- Facilitated communication between teachers, parents, and support staff.
- Monitored student progress and reported observations to educators.
- Collaborated with special education teams to develop effective teaching strategies.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support.
- Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
- Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed in the classroom environment.
- Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
Dispatcher Clerk/Driver
Amazon
Gary, IN
03.2017 - 04.2021
- Coordinated shipment schedules to ensure timely deliveries for Amazon logistics.
- Monitored incoming and outgoing shipments using advanced tracking software.
- Collaborated with warehouse staff to streamline loading and unloading processes.
- Assisted in training new dispatch clerks on company protocols and procedures.
- Assisted in loading and unloading trucks and preparing them for dispatch.
- Communicated with dispatch to report delivery status and address issues.
- Delivered goods and services to customers on time and in excellent condition.
- Delivered packages to customers in a timely and efficient manner.
Assistant Store Manager
Dollar Tree
Dolton, Illinois
02.2017 - 07.2019
- Supervised daily operations to ensure smooth store functionality.
- Assisted in training and mentoring new team members on store policies.
- Managed inventory levels using point-of-sale systems and stock management tools.
- Addressed customer inquiries and resolved issues to maintain high satisfaction levels.
- Oversaw cash handling processes ensuring accuracy and compliance with company standards.
- Managed the day-to-day operations of the store, including customer service, inventory management and staff scheduling.
- Provided leadership support during peak business hours by motivating staff members to meet targets.
- Provided mentorship for employees to generate sales, promote effective upselling and cross-sell to improve retail productivity.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Behavioral Science
National Louis University
Chicago, IL06-2026
High School Diploma -
Bogan High School
Chicago, IL08-2009
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Student support
- Behavioral assessment
Accomplishments
- Tau Beta Sigma National Honor Society for students who have transferred to NLU having completed at least one year at a prior institution and earned at least a 3.5 grade point average at the point when they have completed the number of hours equal to one full term.
- Received an ADL award in education was given to recognize and encourage individuals and institutions who demonstrate outstanding commitment to fostering inclusive, respectful, and prejudice-free environments within educational settings.
- Received a coach award during volleyball and basketball season during a sports banquet.
- Promoted to ADL Mentoring from paraprofessional.
Certification
- Substitute License
- Paraprofessional license
Timeline
ADL Mentoring/Elementary School Teacher
Perspective Leadership Academy
08.2025 - Current
middle school Paraprofessional
Perspective Leadership Academy
12.2022 - Current
Dispatcher Clerk/Driver
Amazon
03.2017 - 04.2021
Assistant Store Manager
Dollar Tree
02.2017 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Behavioral Science
National Louis University
High School Diploma -
Bogan High School