TYSHEA WALKER
Camden,NJ
Summary
Dedicated Teaching Assistant focused on supporting faculty with classroom needs. Successful at maintaining clean and organized supplies, planning activities and leading field trips. Excellent tutor, record keeper and multitasker. Dedicated and mindful Teaching Assistant offers passionate and informed support for students and staff. Experienced interpersonal communicator addresses unique queries within educational settings and accommodates staff curriculum requirements. Passionate Teaching Assistant offering six years background working with students at elementary and middle school levels. Skilled in assisting teachers with classroom functions, lesson planning and individual and group instruction. Talented in using various strategies to model positive behavior and maintain classroom discipline.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
Freedom Prep Charter School
02.2022 - 06.2023
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
- Assisted lead teachers with lesson plan creation and materials development .
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
- Attended training classes, parent conferences and faculty meetings to stay up-to-date on student progress.
- Helped teachers recognize learning issues evidenced in one-to-one support instruction.
- Reviewed lesson material with students individually or in small groups.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
RECEPTIONIST
CAMDEN COUNTY SURROGATE'S COURT
11.2019 - 03.2020
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and providing accurate information.
- Streamlined front desk operations for increased efficiency by effectively managing phone calls, emails, and walk-in clients.
- Maintained a well-organized reception area with updated materials, contributing to a welcoming environment for visitors.
- Improved appointment scheduling system, reducing wait times and increasing client satisfaction.
- Provided administrative support to staff members by handling correspondence, filing documents, and managing office supplies inventory.
- Contributed to team success by cross-training in various administrative roles, providing backup support when necessary.
PARAPROFESSIONAL
DELTA-T GROUP
11.2017 - 06.2018
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Contributed to increased student retention by providing academic support and mentoring during after-school programs.
FTASM
HOT TOPIC INC
08.2015 - 01.2017
- Improved store sales by implementing effective marketing strategies and attractive visual merchandising.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through training staff on exceptional customer service practices and conflict resolution techniques.
- Optimized inventory management with regular audits, forecasting demands, and adjusting orders accordingly.
- Boosted employee retention rates by fostering a positive work environment, providing growth opportunities, and offering competitive compensation packages.
- Streamlined store operations through the implementation of efficient scheduling systems, task delegation, and performance monitoring.
- Collaborated with upper management to develop strategic plans for store growth and expansion.
- Managed all aspects of budgeting for the retail location including labor costs, expenses control, revenue tracking.
- Implemented new promotional campaigns that effectively drove foot traffic into the store during seasonal events or product launches.
Education
BBA - Liberal Studies
Rutgers University
Camden05.2025
Associates Degree in Liberal Arts and Science -
CAMDEN COUNTY COLLEGE
Camden05.2021
Business Development - Business
ENTREPRENEURIAL DEVELOPMENT TRAINING PROGRAM, LAEDA
Camden05.2016
Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
MEDICAL ASSISTANT, HARRIS SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Cherry Hill11.2013
Skills
- Time Management: being able to assign tasks with designated end time and making sure tasks are completed on time
- Communication: being able to speak clearly and effectively to others also being able to listen and process what others have to say
- Leadership: being able to lead others into success all while coaching them along
- Goal Orientated: setting personal and team goals daily to help improve certain qualities of overall person or company
- Prioritizing: being able to process which daily tasks are more important and handling them accordingly
- Small Group Supervision
- Classroom Management
Activities
Volunteering at Center for Family Services, mentoring teen aged girls with daily concerns such as: schoolwork, homework, helping obtain jobs, setting weekly goals for each girl to help improve self-confidence and any home related issues that might be interfering with their personal goals. Having a mentor has helped each teen in their own individual way. It allows them to build a personal connection with us outside of the center to the extent that if an issue occurs outside of our scheduled time together they are allowed to contact us and inform us on what's going on.
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Freedom Prep Charter School
02.2022 - 06.2023
RECEPTIONIST
CAMDEN COUNTY SURROGATE'S COURT
11.2019 - 03.2020
PARAPROFESSIONAL
DELTA-T GROUP
11.2017 - 06.2018
FTASM
HOT TOPIC INC
08.2015 - 01.2017
BBA - Liberal Studies
Rutgers University
Associates Degree in Liberal Arts and Science -
CAMDEN COUNTY COLLEGE
Business Development - Business
ENTREPRENEURIAL DEVELOPMENT TRAINING PROGRAM, LAEDA
Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
MEDICAL ASSISTANT, HARRIS SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
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